Liquor Control Investigative Specialist - Liquor Investigator

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* Working Title:

Liquor Investigator*
* ** Job Class:
Liquor Control Investigation Specialist*
* ** Agency:
Public Safety Dept*
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** Job ** : 91591

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing  sarah.elliott.us  by 11:59 PM 02/02/2026.

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** Date Posted** : 01/27/26

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** Closing Date** : 02/17/26

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-AFSCME

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** Division/Unit** :
Gambling Enforcement / Alcohol & Gambling Enf Liq Inv

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Rotating Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes - Up to 25% of the time

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** Salary Range:**  $24.41 - $34.24 / hourly; $50,968 - $71,493 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

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** Work Area** : 445 Minnesota Street, Ste 1600, St. Paul MN, 55101

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

** This posting is intended to fill multiple vacancies.*
* This position serves as an investigative resource within the Alcohol Enforcement Program of the Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division (AGE) this position includes the following duties:

+ Addressing complaints and inquiries related to alcohol regulation

+ Reviewing advertising, promotions, and trade practices for compliance

+ Initiating industry contacts to ensure adherence to state laws and policies

+ Conducting investigations and pre-license inspections; preparing reports that may result in civil penalties

+ Collaborating with Special Agents on criminal matters

+ Assisting local law enforcement with regulatory guidance

+ Representing the division at meetings, hearings, conferences, and legislative sessions, including responding to requests from industry associations.

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Demonstrated experience conducting investigations or interviews

+ Experience writing reports sufficient to document the results of investigations and/or interviews

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Strong and effective oral and written communication skills

+ Must be a minimum of 21 years old

+ Must have and maintain a valid Class D Driver's license (basic driver's license)

+ Pass a criminal history background check (record free of felonies)

+ Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice Degree

+ Prior experience with Minnesota alcohol beverage regulation

+ Auditing and bookkeeping sufficient to determine compliance to applicable laws

+ Experience interpreting and communicating laws and regulations

+ Experience in legal procedures such as due process, chain of evidence, and preparation for court hearings

** Physical Requirements*
* Requires occasionally moving and transporting 50 pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to move to a significant degree across rough terrain or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.

** Additional Requirements*
* It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes successful completion of the following background components:

+ Criminal history

+ Reference check

+ Credit check

+ Drug screen

+ Driver's license check

+ SEMA4 records, personnel file and employment records (current and former state employees only)

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

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