LTED Underage Operative - Temporary
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LTED Underage Operative - Temporary
Salary
$20.00 Hourly
Location
Other (see multiple locations in job posting), CO
Job Type
Temporary (9 months or less)
Job Number
TAA-LEDMINOR-03.2026
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Enforcement - Liquor/Tobacco
Opening Date
03/13/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
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
Abby Quinones abigail.quinones@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
There are two (2) regions listed for this position. You may be asked to work in one or more of the various locations throughout the counties listed in a particular Region. Applicants will use the supplemental questions provided to indicate which Region they are willing and able to work in. Colorado Springs or Grand Junction
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.
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Department Information
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 !
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Description of Job
Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division
The Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement division exists to enforce Colorado's Liquor, Beer and Special Event codes and ensure that Colorado's Liquor industry is clean and adequately regulated through a program of criminal and administrative enforcement. Enforcing Colorado's newly legislated prohibitions on sales to and purchases of tobacco by those under the age of 21 years and protecting public health, safety and welfare from the potential harm of unregulated and regulated persons involved in tobacco distribution.
Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Vision
Our vision is to promote safe communities in the State of Colorado through innovation, engagement, and education.
Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Mission
Our mission is to promote public safety, support economic growth, and the responsible sale and consumption of liquor and tobacco products, through the fair administration of liquor and tobacco/nicotine laws.
The Colorado Department of Revenue Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division is looking to hire individuals to work as Underage Operatives. Underage Operatives are individuals who are between the ages of 16 years old & 20 years old and are hired through the State to attempt to purchase tobacco and alcohol beverage products from licensed establishments.
These underage compliance checks aim to prevent sales of tobacco and alcohol beverages to those under 21 years of age.
If you are interested, you will work directly with two Liquor/Tobacco Investigators. The investigators will equip you with a body mic that records and transmits to the Investigators, allowing them to listen live as your attempt to purchase occurs.
You will work in an undercover capacity and be required to be available to testify in criminal court and administrative hearings when necessary.
The work is anything but consistent; we are looking for candidates that can be flexible with their work schedule. The investigator will schedule checks, on average, a couple of times a month throughout the state of Colorado. An example would be that you might only work 5 or 6 times a year, but it could be more depending on your level of engagement and availability!
Transportation will be provided.
Will work around class schedules, and other employment.
Will work on weekends and holidays·
Must complete State Application and background paperwork to begin·
No set working schedules or guaranteed hours.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement: (New)
This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be between the ages of 16 and 20 years old
AND
Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Identification Card (ID) or Driver License and be willing and able to work evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to work independently as well as to accept supervision during operations.
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 .
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.
Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter
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.
Terms of Employment:
Temporary Aides are limited Per Colorado constitution, a temporary employee may work for the State no more than nine (9) months in a 12-month period. The 12-month period is not defined as a calendar or fiscal year, but a rolling 12-month period that begins with the month of the first day of work for the temporary assignment.
For continuous or regular (including part-time) work schedules, the temporary assignment starts the actual date the temporary employee begins work and ends after nine months. For example, a temporary employee who begins working June 15th may work continuously through March 14th. Upon completion of the continuous nine (9) month assignment the temporary aide must take four (4) months off prior to returning in the same position.
Temporary employees pay state, federal and local (if applicable) taxes, Medicare tax, and contribute to the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). They also receive Workers' Compensation coverage.
Non-permanent temporary employees are ineligible for all State of Colorado Benefits except forCSEAP benefits (https://cseap.colorado.gov/) and Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association PERA retirement employer contributions.
Temporary employees are called to work on an as-needed basis; there are no set hours or guarantee of hours.
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 accommodati on 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.
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_talentacquisition@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.
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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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 - I am a Colorado Resident and have a Colorado address and Colorado State issued Driver License, CO State issued ID, or other proof of residence (as outlined in the FAQ section) at the time of application
Yes
No
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Do you possess a valid State issued Identification Card or Driver License as required to be considered for this position?
Yes
No
04
I understand that in order to be considered for an Underage Operative position I must be between the age of 16 to 20. I affirm that I meet this age requirement.
Yes
No
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Underage Operative Liquor Enforcement Division Regional Locations - I understand that the eligible list established based on this announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies for the counties throughout the listed Regions. Those locations are indicated below. I also understand that if I am offered a position in one of these locations, and I decline that position, that my name will be removed from consideration for the remainder of this eligible list. Please indicate which of the following Regions you are willing and able to work. You may select as many or as few of the locations as you like. Once you have made your selections and your application has been submitted NO changes will be made to your selections, therefore it is imperative that you are careful in your selections.
Western Region (Grand Junction) - This Region includes the following counties: Delta, Dolores, Eagle, Garfield, Gunnison, Hinsdale, La Plata, Mesa, Moffat, Montezuma, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Rio Blanco, Routt, San Juan, San Miguel.
Southern Region (Colorado Springs) - This region includes the following Counties: Alamosa, Arapahoe, Archuleta, Baca, Bent, Chaffee, Cheyenne, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Custer, Douglas, El Paso, Elbert, Fremont, Huerfano, Kiowa, Lake, Las Animas, Lincoln, Mineral, Otero, Park, Prowers, Pueblo, Rio, Grande, Saguache, Teller.
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