Compliance Investigator-; Lakewood Liquor & Tobacco Enforcement Division

Overview

The Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) seeks a Compliance Investigator I in the Liquor Enforcement Division to enforce Colorado’s tobacco laws and support public safety and economic growth.

• Plan and conduct investigations and follow‑up of alleged tobacco code complaints.
• Perform routine and follow‑up inspections of tobacco retail businesses across the state.
• Execute undercover investigations to prevent underage sales.
• Coordinate tobacco compliance operations with local licensing authorities.
• Interview witnesses, suspects, and the public to gather evidence.
• Apply knowledge of Colorado Tobacco statutes and regulations to investigative efforts.
• Submit comprehensive narrative reports and recommend administrative action.
• Determine appropriate action upon conclusion of the compliance investigation.
• Testify in criminal and administrative proceedings when required.
• Maintain weekly inspection, compliance statistics, and documented work activities.
• Assist the Criminal Investigator on duties involving liquor inspections, report writing, or statistical reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Engage businesses to encourage compliance and provide guidance on regulatory requirements.
• Educate local licensing authorities, the public, licensees, and law enforcement on tobacco industry statutes and regulations.
• Interact daily with law enforcement agencies, local licensing authorities, public health officials, district attorney offices, and the general public to exchange information.
• Present a professional appearance and effectively communicate with various audiences.
• Interview witnesses, suspects, and complainants to detect issues and identify violations.

• Educate law enforcement, local licensing authorities, the public, and public health partners on tobacco industry statutes.
• Work with businesses to prevent problems and advise owners and operators on correcting issues in their establishments.

Open only to residents of Colorado at the time of application.

• Five (5) years of relevant professional investigative or compliance experience in a regulatory environment.
• Or a combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to five (5) years.

• More than the required minimum experience in professional investigative and/or compliance work.
• Recent experience with investigations involving compliance reporting or criminal activities, interview techniques, and interpreting statutes.
• Experience conducting due diligence investigations in a regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/Google Suites.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license at time of application.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must pass a background check and pre‑employment drug screen.
• Travel required as needed.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments and encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Apply online through the State of Colorado hiring portal. Paper applications are available via the provided PDF link and must be emailed to DO by the closing date.