Working Title: Criminal Investigator
Job Class: Investigation Specialist 2 or 3
Agency: Revenue Department
Job ID : 96739
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 9/14/2026.
Date Posted : 9/8/2026
Closing Date : 9/21/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
Division/Unit : Criminal Investigations / Criminal Investigations 1
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Investigation Specialist 2Salary Range: $31.81 - $46.96 / hourly; $66,419 - $98,052 / annually
Investigation Specialist 3Salary Range: $35.30 - $52.35 / hourly; $73,706 - $109,306 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.
As a Criminal Investigator for the Minnesota Department of Revenue, you will be responsible for conducting felony-level tax fraud investigations across all state taxes. Your duties will include reviewing and analyzing tax fraud complaints and filings, conducting surveillance, and gathering evidence through interviews and research. You will secure financial records through subpoenas or search warrants, organize and analyze this data to build comprehensive case files, and collaborate with team members and County Attorney offices. Additionally, you will prepare detailed reports with recommendations for criminal charges to be submitted to city, county, or federal prosecutors. You will also provide ongoing support throughout the criminal court process, including testifying in court and ensuring court-ordered sentencing requirements are monitored and enforced. Coordination with various Revenue divisions to ensure case resolutions are communicated and followed up on will also be a key part of the role. As needed, you will assist with other division-related tasks assigned by your supervisor or director. This position offers an exciting opportunity to directly contribute to enforcing tax laws and upholding the integrity of Minnesota's tax system.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. This vacancy is being posted at two job class levels: Investigation Specialist 2 and Investigation Specialist 3. Final job class will be determined based on successful applicant's qualifications.
This is a civilian investigator position. It is not a POST certified law enforcement position.
This position will have the option for a hybrid work schedule or full-time in office. A hybrid schedule will be 3-4 per week office days located at the Stassen building in St. Paul, MN. This position requires occasional travel, including overnight stay.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for Investigation Specialist 2:
Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Business Accounting, Finance or related field.
*Three (3) years of professional experience with one of the following:
Criminal investigations (including, but not limited to investigations involving financial crimes such as healthcare fraud, bankruptcy fraud, mortgage fraud, narcotics, embezzlement, insurance fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, forgery, identity theft.)
Tax auditing experience .
Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver's license.
*Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Finance, Accounting, Business or related field may substitute one (1) year of experience.
Minimum Qualifications for Investigation Specialist 3:
In addition to the Investigation 2 minimum requirements, one of the following:
Experience investigating financial fraud or tax fraud cases and submitting for prosecution.
One year experience as a Revenue Tax Specialist Principal or two years experience as a Revenue Tax Specialist Senior.
Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver's license.
Applicants who meet the Investigation Specialist 2 or 3 minimum requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
Knowledge of Criminal Investigative techniques, standards, and methods
Oral and written communication skills necessary to work with suspects, witnesses, taxpayers, County Attorneys, and workplace associates in a professional and effective manner
Experience working in Microsoft Excel and ability to analyze financial records
Knowledge of Minnesota tax crimes, tax returns, and accounting principals
Problem-solving skills and organizational/planning skills necessary to conduct a financial investigation
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
Specialized training in tax evasion and/or active certification(s) related to financial fraud investigations, Certified Fraud Examiner, Enrolled Agent, Certified Public Accountant
Experience writing investigative reports and presenting cases to County Attorneys
Experience interviewing taxpayers, subjects, and/or witnesses in a financial fraud case
Experience reading, understanding, and applying Minnesota statutes and laws
Experience writing search warrants and/or subpoenas
Experience testifying in court
Experience organizing and analyzing financial records using Microsoft Excel
Experience reviewing tax filings, preparing tax returns, and/or experience with Revenue information systems
Secondary language skill, such as Spanish, Hmong, Arabic, Somali, Mandarin, etc.
Physical Requirements
Candidate must be able to ascend/descend to locate and move boxes of records, tobacco, and/or computers between locations.
Additional Requirements
As part of an offer of employment, a fingerprint-based background check will be conducted in accordance with IRS Publication 1075. This will include, but is not limited to, verification of degrees and licensures, state and federal criminal history checks, and a review of tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). The Department of Revenue is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. MDOR does not participate in E-Verify.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
