Criminal Investigator III - MED
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Salary
$74,112.00 - $77,820.00 Annually
Location
Remote, CO, USA, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TAA-03056-05.2026
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Enforcement - Marijuana
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/30/2026 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
Eden Davis - edenrose.davis@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
This is a remote position that is primarily tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from-home arrangements) with on-site visits to state office locations and to licensed businesses, including to the position address at 2447 N Union Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909, USA.
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.
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Description of Job
Marijuana Enforcement Division
The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with licensing and regulating the commercial Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado. First formed in 2010 as the Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division, the MED has developed a leading-edge approach to commercial marijuana regulation and is considered a global regulatory and industry leader. The Division implements legislation, develops regulations, conducts regulatory and criminal investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework. The MED promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders and by proactively and positively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast-paced professional environment.
Culture & Environment: The Marijuana Enforcement Division's culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Members of our team are solution-oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and integrity in all interactions. The MED operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires members of our team to support one another in navigating new issues, demonstrate agility, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress.
Vision: Regulatory excellence through progressive and proactive compliance and enforcement practices.
Mission: Our mission is to promote public safety and reduce public harm by regulating the Colorado commercial marijuana industry through consistent administration of laws and regulations and strategic integration of process management, functional expertise, and innovative problem-solving.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The professional in this position performs as a peace officer to investigate and enforce the Colorado Marijuana Code, the Colorado Marijuana Regulations, and the Colorado Revised Criminal Statutes, and conducts comprehensive regulatory and criminal investigations.
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
Plans and conducts investigations of violations of marijuana and criminal laws.
Prepares comprehensive written investigative reports.
Executes warrants and collects and preserves physical and documentary evidence.
Testifies in court.
Provides assistance to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies with information on marijuana practices, methods and licensees.
Assist other law enforcement agencies upon request.
CRIMINAL ENFORCEMENT
Proactively visits marijuana businesses as an armed peace officer to preserve the peace, prevent and discourage illegal purchase, consumption and other violations of laws.
Directs and coordinates compliance checks of regulated marijuana businesses to ensure marijuana is not being unlawfully sold to minors.
Investigates matters by utilizing their knowledge and skills in the area of complex criminal investigations of marijuana licensees.
Responds to complaints, issues criminal summonses, conducts interviews of victims and witnesses, and interviews suspects.
Assists or augments other law enforcement agencies to ensure officer and marijuana patron safety. Prepares detailed written reports for criminal prosecution.
Assist other law enforcement agencies upon request.
Conducts inspections of marijuana businesses and re-inspections of those that have had violations.
REGULATORY ENFORCEMENT/INVESTIGATIONS
Proactively visits marijuana businesses, monitoring for compliance with Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations.
Participates in comprehensive compliance inspections to ensure that licensees, patrons, premises, records, and devices are within approved minimum guidelines and licensees and patrons are in compliance with Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations necessary to ensure the integrity of the marijuana industry.
Plans, coordinates, and executes effective complex investigations into alleged violations of Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations.
Conducts routine inspections of licensed businesses to observe licensee compliance and effectively records those observations.
Effectively documents and communicates concerns regarding potential noncompliance with both internal and external stakeholders.
Responds to complaints received regarding potential noncompliance by gathering information and evidence related to the investigation.
Utilizes inventory tracking system technology when conducting investigations.
Initiates recommendations for appropriate disciplinary action for presentation to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division and the State Licensing Authority.
Interprets and applies the Colorado Marijuana Rules and Regulations.
Documents investigations of alleged violations by licensees in written reports for presentation to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division and the State Licensing Authority for consideration of disciplinary action.
Testifies at administrative hearings based on investigative findings.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides training and delivers presentations to the marijuana industry, outside law enforcement agencies and the public.
Responds to verbal and written inquiries concerning marijuana laws, regulations and licensing.
Remains current on Marijuana Laws and Regulations as well as pertinent criminal and civil statutory and case law.
Maintains proficiency and qualification with firearms and other defensive tactics equipment assigned.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
Criminal Investigator class series description available online (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eS1M1UkU4VnBkbE0/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-FfWhKtouixWYyrVSEcz73w)
A2A4XXCRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR III (https://dhr.colorado.gov/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-a2a-criminal-investigators)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a regulatory environment.
Current valid COLORADO P.O.S.T Certification
OR
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting, 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.
Two (2) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a regulatory environment.
Current valid COLORADO P.O.S.T Certification
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.
Necessary Special Requirements:
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license
P.O.S.T. Certification is required (active and valid at the time of application in Colorado)
Necessary Qualifications:
Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Marijuana Enforcement Division.
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license (at the time of application).
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
Must pass a pre-employment Physical and Psychological evaluation.
Applicants must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency and supervisory response.
Maintains proficiency and qualification with firearms and other defensive equipment assigned and as required by Colorado P.O.S.T.
Attends all DOR compliance training modules.
Certify and maintain certification in arrest control techniques.
Applicants must be willing and able to perform heavy lifting, carrying, or otherwise moving objects, occasionally up to 100 pounds
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulations related to Marijuana Enforcement.
Demonstrated experience in communication and interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Experience conducting complex criminal investigations or administrative investigations in a regulated environment.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize.
Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner.
Experience using databases to gather information and inform the scope of an investigation.
Experience conducting site visits of regulated businesses to evaluate compliance with laws or regulations.
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) (Download PDF reader) , 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.
Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter (Optional if Manager is requesting them)
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.
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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) (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.
Employer
State of Colorado
Address
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Website
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