Full-time Criminal Field Investigator IV (Black Hawk) - This position offers a $5,000 signing bonus!
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Salary
$85,788.00 Annually
Location
Gilpin County, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TGA-00323-06.2026
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Enforcement - Gaming
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
100 Richman St, Black Hawk, CO 80422
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Anita McEachern - HR Analyst at anita.mceachern@state.co.us
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
This position is open only to Colorado state residents
This position offers a $5,000 signing bonus!
This position requires an active & valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certification at time of application. Candidates without an active & valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certification are not eligible.
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
Are you ready to make a real impact and ensure fairness in Colorado's gaming industry? Join a dedicated team where your investigative skills directly impact the integrity of Colorado's gaming industry. This role offers a unique blend of field enforcement, complex financial/criminal investigation, and regulatory oversight.
The Division of Gaming is seeking a dedicated and skilled investigator to join our Gaming Enforcement unit. We are committed to upholding the integrity of limited gaming, keeping it free from criminal and corrupt elements.
What You'll Do:
As a field investigator, you will serve as a peace officer, investigating and enforcing the Colorado Limited Gaming Act of 1991 and Colorado Revised Criminal Statutes. Your work will involve:
Lead Complex Investigations: Plan and execute intricate criminal and compliance investigations into alleged violations of Colorado Statutes and Limited Gaming Regulations.
Maintain Tactical Presence: Proactively patrol casino floors as an armed, uniformed officer to deter cheating and theft while preserving the peace.
Execute Legal Actions: Issue criminal summonses, prepare arrest warrants, and provide expert testimony in criminal, civil, and administrative hearings.
Conduct Advanced Interrogations: Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects using specialized techniques to gather critical evidence.
Ensure Regulatory Integrity: Perform comprehensive inspections of gaming devices, facilities, and records to verify compliance with Internal Control Minimum Procedures.
Resolve Industry Disputes: Investigate and resolve patron complaints regarding jackpot awards using expert knowledge of gaming technology and state law.
Collaborate & Support: Partner with local and multi-jurisdictional agencies on case filings and provide security for Department of Revenue facilities.
Manage Evidence: Collect and preserve physical and documentary evidence while utilizing state databases to track inventory and sales data.
This role requires a keen eye for detail, the ability to analyze financial records, and a commitment to justice. You'll be instrumental in preserving the peace and preventing illegal activities within the gaming industry.
What We Offer:
A challenging and rewarding career where your expertise directly contributes to public safety and trust.
The opportunity to work on complex, multi-jurisdictional investigations.
Starting salary of $41.24/hr along with any earned shift differential and/or overtime.
A $5,000 sign-on bonus ($2,500 awarded upon hire and an additional $2,500 after 6 months of service).
If you are a proactive, detail-oriented investigator with a passion for upholding the law, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our team!
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:
A2A5XX CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV (https://dhr.colorado.gov/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-a2a-criminal-investigators)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, psychology, sociology and four (4) years of relevant experience in investigative experience conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations.
P.O.S.T. that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying. (required for this position).
OR
Option 2: Eight (8) years of relevant experience in investigative experience conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations.
P.O.S.T. that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying. (required for this position).
OR
Option 3: A combination of related education in business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, psychology, sociology, formalized apprenticeship program, certification, and/or relevant experience in experience conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations equal to eight (8) years.
P.O.S.T. that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying. (required for this position).
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 Gaming Division.
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License (at the time of application).
Applicants must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency and supervisory response.
Applicants must successfully pass a Psychological Evaluation prior to being appointed to a position in the Gaming Division.
Must be able to qualify and maintain qualification with a firearm.
Must be able to certify and maintain certification in arrest control techniques.
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 the Division of Gaming.
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.
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) (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.
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) (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.
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State of Colorado
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