Criminal Investigator III - Auto Industry Division.

Overview The Colorado Department of Revenue is responsible for licensing and regulating the auto industry. The mission is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate government complexities, driven by service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect. Position Overview Criminal Investigator III – Auto Industry Division (Motor Vehicle Board). This role ensures compliance with Title 44, Article 20 of the Colorado Revised Statutes and related federal laws, conducts investigations, and provides educational services to licensees and the public. Responsibilities Process license applications and collect fees. Conduct background, criminal, and administrative investigations of license‑related violations. Lead complex criminal investigations involving financial and document‑heavy cases. Perform interrogations, interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; issue criminal summonses. Prepare case files and testify in criminal court, civil hearings, and administrative actions. Conduct compliance inspections to ensure licensees, premises, and records meet guidelines; initiate disciplinary actions. Provide educational services, training, and outreach to stakeholders including licensees, the public, law enforcement, and other governmental agencies. Collect and preserve physical and documentary evidence; conduct pre‑employment investigations of applicants. Track workload and coordinate investigative support for the Motor Vehicle Board. Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of relevant investigative experience conducting criminal or regulatory investigations. Valid Colorado POST certification that is active and in good standing. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field (may count for up to 4 years of experience). Successful completion of background and tax checks, a driver’s license, and a physical/psychological evaluation. Willingness to perform heavy lifting up to 100 pounds and work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, on‑call status, holidays, and extended travel. Ability to maintain a valid firearm qualification and arrest‑control techniques certification. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulations related to the Auto Industry Division. Recent investigative experience and familiarity with statutes, research databases, and compliance environments. Professional investigative or compliance experience in a regulatory setting. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience as a detective, criminal investigator, or patrol/police officer. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Commitment 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 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 performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, View email address on click.appcast.io. We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Colorado