CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV - Division of Racing Events
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CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV - Division of Racing Events
Salary
$84,936.00 - $93,648.00 Annually
Location
Statewide, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TAA-06047-12.2025
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Enforcement - Racing
Opening Date
12/29/2025
Closing Date
1/8/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Anita McEachern - HR Analyst at anita.mceachern@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
This is a partially remote position that is primarily tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from-home arrangements) on-site visits with client groups as needed, including to the position address at 1707 Cole Blvd.,Suite 300 Lakewood, CO 80401 and seasonal in-person work duties at the Division's Arapahoe Park and off-track facility located at 26000 E. Quincy Ave. Aurora CO, 80016.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.
The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video !
Description of Job
Racing Events Division:The Racing Events Division is a law enforcement and regulatory agency with the responsibility to administer and enforce the laws and rules of the Colorado horse racing industry. This position will be provided with training and professional development in the technical expertise, guidance and support the Division requires to help meet its mission.
What we do:
Processing license applications and collecting fees.
Conducting background investigations of applicants.
Compliance and administrative investigations of a licensee that have been alleged to have violated statutes and regulations concerning various @types of consumer/public harm.
Conducting investigations into unlicensed and criminal activities within Horse Racing. Conducting compliance inspections.
Providing educational services to the public.
A typical day of a Criminal Investigator IV:This position is responsible for criminal, regulatory, and financial investigations related to the racing industry and its operations, as well as the enforcement of Colorado Division of Racing Regulations and Colorado Revised Statutes. Serves as an expert in licensing practices and requirements, conducting complex background checks and licensing investigations, and performing additional duties as assigned. This position will also perform duties that may not be present within this PD, as assigned by the appointing authority, manager, or supervisor.
Regulatory Licensing Related Investigations
Conducts complex financial investigations and background checks in support of licensing application review and processing.
Performs detailed review and analysis of problematic applications, including renewals, changes of ownership, and initial license submissions.
Prepares comprehensive investigation reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.
Work leader, this position is responsible for training and lead the day-to-day activities of the Compliance Investigator Intern/Compliance Investigator Series but doesn't have full personnel management authority.
Regulatory Field Work and Inspections
Conduct investigations into violations of Racing Regulations, Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS), and applicable local laws as they pertain to the racing industry and licenses.
Carry out inspections and regulatory enforcement actions at racing-related facilities, including barns and OTBs, in accordance with HISA rules, regulations, and statutes.
Investigate complaints and reports of potential regulatory issues and provide information and assistance to licensees and businesses regarding compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Criminal and Regulatory Enforcement/Investigations
Intervene when law enforcement action is necessary to maintain order and protect the public interest.
Provide on-site enforcement and security presence at racetracks and related facilities, including Off-Track Betting (OTB) locations.
Manage incidents and calls for assistance, delivering law enforcement and investigative services. Conduct investigations into potential violations of Racing Regulations, Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS), and applicable local laws involving the racing industry, licensees, and the public. Investigate complaints and reports of suspected criminal activity.
Provide education, guidance, and assistance to licensees and businesses on compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Provide testimony in both criminal and administrative hearings.
Work leader responsible for day-to-day activities of the Compliance Investigator Series
Serve as the Division's training officer and subject matter expert (SME), functioning as a work leader for compliance and criminal investigators.
Provide supervision, training, and mentoring, of entry-level and lateral investigators in applying investigative, regulatory, and enforcement knowledge and skills.
Guide the professional development of staff while ensuring adherence to Division standards, policies, and statutory requirements.
Conduct pre-employment investigations, update SOP's, forms, other duties assign
Conduct pre-employment investigations for full-time and temporary positions for the Division. Support and contribute to projects, assignments, and Division initiatives directly related to the responsibilities of a Criminal Investigator IV.
Maintain law enforcement certification and complete required training per internal policies.
Provide assistance to colleagues and the Division as a whole by offering direct support, subject matter expertise, and insight when needed.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement: (New)
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description: (New)
A2A5XX CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV (https://dhr.colorado.gov/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-a2a-criminal-investigators)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of investigative experience conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations.
Required valid/active Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification (Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certification at the
time of application).
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, psychology, sociology or a closely related field as determined by the Department equal to eight (8) years
Required valid/active Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification (Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certification at the
time of application).
NOTE:If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Special Qualifications:
Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in
the Division of Racing.
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License (at the time of application).
Applicants must successfully pass a Psychological Evaluation prior to being appointed to a position in the Division of Racing.
Applicants must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency response.
Maintain a current/valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certification at the time of application.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulations related to Division of Racing.
Outstanding candidates will have recent experience with: investigations interpreting and applying statutes and
researching databases.
Additional years of experience in professional investigative and/or compliance experience in a regulatory
environment.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize.
Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision.
Proven success organizing and tracking workload.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency in Google-Workspace.
Conditions of Employment with the CDOR :
Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.
As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations .
Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy (https://osc.colorado.gov/sites/osc/files/documents/Universal%20Policy%20Driving%20Standards.pdf) , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.
We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
If not applying online, submit application to:
If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (https://careers.colorado.gov/sites/careers/files/documents/Colorado-Paper-Application-202011-enabled.pdf) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
Step Pay Program:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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DOR/DMV - Do you possess a current, valid, unrestricted Colorado driver's license? If "Yes", you must list your driver's license number on your application.
Yes
No
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CDOR-POST: I have an active Colorado P.O.S.T. certification at the time of application:
Yes
No
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CDOR-POST: Please provide your P.O.S.T. certification number and expiration date (if applicable)
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Did you hear about this job from a DOR employee or job fair/event? If yes, please indicate the name of the employee or event that you attended.
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CDOR - Are you aware of anyone with whom you have a personal relationship (including, but not limited to, any family members or those you or a family member have an intimate relationship with) currently employed with DOR? If yes, please provide the name of the employee and the Division they work in. Per DOR Policy OHR-006, family includes spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, or cousin, including those related by marriage, civil union, common law, blood, adoption or foster care.
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CDOR - The salary range for this position is $84,936.00 - $93,648.00 annually. Are you still interested in this position? Marking "no" will result in removal from consideration. As a reminder, per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
Yes
No
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Please explain in detail your investigative experience as it is related to the position.
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I understand that - Due to the nature of this position, during the months of live racing season, the professional in thisposition will be required work weekends and holidays.
Yes
No
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