Liquor Investigator

Overview

The State of New Hampshire, Liquor Commission has a full-time vacancy for a Liquor Investigator I.

Location:

50 Storrs St. Concord, NH 03301

Liquor Investigator I — $28.58/hour - $38.36/hour

Note: See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

• Enforces all liquor and beverage laws upon premises where liquor and beverages are lawfully sold, stored, distributed, or manufactured.
• Conducts administrative investigations based on self-initiated case development and outside complaints. Insures licensee compliance with Title XIII by conducting premise inspections and surveillance, and by creating and participating in specialized enforcement operations.
• Conducts complex investigations of criminal activity connected to the operations of licensed establishments to gather evidence of violation, misdemeanor and felony crimes for criminal and administrative prosecution.
• Conducts on-site surveys to insure compliance with laws relating to youth access to tobacco.
• Interviews complainants and witnesses and interrogates suspects for the purpose of obtaining evidence and/or admission of guilt.
• Interfaces with the public, businesses, federal, state, and local officials, providing positive public relations.
• Educates and develops training programs for new and existing liquor licensees. Conducts training for Liquor Investigators and other law enforcement agencies.
• Prosecutes violation and misdemeanor criminal offenses in District Court. Read, writes, responds to and comprehends legal and non-legal documents, examines and compiles evidence to be used in criminal court cases.
• Utilizes proficiency in administrative law and procedure in support of the Division’s licensing functions, by conducting regular inspections and inspections for the issuance of new and renewed liquor licenses.
• Assists other agencies, at times as the first responder, with situations out of the scope of Title XIII; recognize, respond and act to any criminal offense occurring in one’s presence in accordance with NH RSA 179:59.

Education: Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from a recognized college, university or technical institute with a major study preferably in criminal justice or the equivalent. OR

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Experience: No experience required. OR Three years of full-time employment as a certified police officer in a recognized jurisdiction or as a corrections officer, or three years of experience in the military on full-time active duty with an honorable discharge, or a combination of the three occupations totaling three years.

License/Certification: Upon appointment, candidate must obtain a New Hampshire driver's license in compliance with New Hampshire statutes and maintain for duration of employment.

• Must be at least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen upon application for position.
• Must be willing to accept employment anywhere in the state.
• Must pass polygraph examination, psychological examination and fitness standards prior to employment.
• Before the probationary period expires, appointees shall successfully complete a training program certifying the appointee as a police officer which satisfies all applicable provisions of RSA 106-L, and rules of the N.H. Police Standards and Training Council. A Liquor Investigator I must maintain all requirements for certification as a police officer in New Hampshire.
• The probationary period for Liquor Investigator I is one (1) year.

Disclaimer Statement:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

In addition, applicants are subject to a criminal background check and reference check.

For further information please contact HR.GOV

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits,…