LIQUOR Control Investigator ; SR

Step Into the Action. Enforce the Rules. Shape Safer Nights.

Join the Honolulu Liquor Commission Today!

The Honolulu Liquor Commission (LIQ) has two (2) vacancies for Liquor Control Investigator I located in Honolulu. Under the supervision of a Liquor Control Investigator III, this position conducts inspections and investigations of liquor establishments to ensure compliance with Chapter 281, Hawaii Revised Statutes, and the Rules of the Liquor Commission, including adherence to license terms and conditions.

• Conduct investigations of alleged liquor law violations identified through public complaints, inspections, police reports, or Liquor Commission referrals.
• Inspect licensed premises to observe operations and identify violations.
• Collect evidence and conduct interviews with licensees, employees, witnesses, and law enforcement personnel.
• Prepare investigative reports documenting findings and conclusions.
• Resolve minor violations and ensure compliance with liquor laws and rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Shifts may be Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 p.m.–3:00 a.m., or Monday–Friday, 7:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; hours may vary.
• Work schedules may include day or night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime, based on operational needs.
• Requires operation of a City & County of Honolulu vehicle to travel to licensed premises, transport equipment, deliver evidence, and serve legal documents.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

Two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience relating to the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations.

• Apply principles and techniques of inspection and investigation.
• Understand rules of legal evidence, laws of arrest, court procedures, and the functions and jurisdictions of other enforcement agencies.
• Understand, interpret, and explain laws, rules, and regulations.
• Effectively interact with a wide variety of individuals to elicit necessary information.
• Gather, verify, and evaluate facts and evidence.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.

Possession of the required amount of experience will NOT in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of sufficient scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.

An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice (or closely‑related major field) will substitute for the required two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience relating to the enforcement of laws, ordinances, and/or rules and regulations.

Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official…