ABC Special Agent 1 Certified

Certified Special Agent I - Lateral Position: #AC2026 Hiring Salary Statewide: $77,234.00 (Northern, VA: $96,542.00 ) Exempt Status: Non Exempt Our Mission Virginia ABC generates a reliable stream of revenue for Virginia and promotes public safety through the responsible sale and regulation of alcoholic beverages. Our Vision To bring good spirits and excellent service to Virginia. Our Values Accountability - Service - Integrity - Performance Excellence Locations Region 1: Roanoke Region 1: Satellite, Abingdon Region 2: Lynchburg Region 3: Staunton Region 4: Alexandria Region 5: Fredericksburg Region 6: Richmond Region 7: Hampton Region 8: Chesapeake Region 9: Charlottesville Applicants must provide up to three counties/cities where they are willing to accept assignments or indicate willingness for duty assignments. The Authority will make every effort to assign hires to preferred locations based on Authority needs. Job Duties Initiating, planning, and conducting moderate to complex investigations, making arrests for violations of alcohol, tobacco, narcotics, fraud, and financial fraud statutes, testifying in state and federal courts, and serving as an Authority advocate. Preparing and presenting disciplinary cases to Virginia ABC hearing officers and performing special assignments such as instructor, electronic surveillance technician, or member of a local, state, or federal task force. Conducting inspections of ABC licensed businesses to ensure compliance with required statutes and regulations. Educating and informing ABC licensees, other government entities, and the public about ABC laws and regulations. Providing support to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies as required. Required Skills and Qualifications Must be at least 21 years of age on date of hire. Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Law Enforcement Officer police officer certification with prior experience as a sworn police officer. Working knowledge of law enforcement procedures/practices and business law practices. Experience employing investigative methods and techniques. Experience obtaining, compiling, analyzing, and presenting relevant evidence to management, prosecutors, and criminal/administrative courts. Experience with the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Experience using defensive techniques and firearms. Ability to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle. The demonstrated ability to work independently, and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to analyze complex and voluminous information. Ability to reconstruct business records and audit trails. Public speaking and presentation skills. Time management skills. Preferred Qualifications Associate’s degree or undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, Business, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Sociology, or a related field. Having served previously as a Special Agent. 3.5 GPA or higher. Master’s Degree. CFE, Certified Fraud Examiner. CPA, Certified Public Accountant. Training All Virginia DCJS Certified Officers will be required to attend four-to-six weeks of training in Richmond and a minimum of 12 weeks of field training. Assessments All applicants must be eligible to obtain a valid driver's license by time of employment, pass a thorough background investigation including credit history check, and perform all essential job functions. Applicants must also meet vision requirements of no more than 20/200 uncorrected vision in either eye, be able to meet requirements for a color vision test, and successfully complete a medical examination, polygraph, and psychological evaluation. Criteria Selected candidates will have successfully completed a detailed background investigation including good character and reputation, educational achievements, prior work experience, credit history, and necessary examinations such as polygraph, medical, psychological evaluation, and police record. Career Progression Virginia ABC’s Bureau of Law Enforcement has a career progression plan; Special Agents may be eligible for salary increases upon successful completion of career progression periods. Benefits Excellent work/life balance; average work week is 40 hours. 14 paid holidays and PTO earned every 2 weeks worked. Affordable healthcare with employer contributions; see benefits package. Virginia Retirement System (VRS)/VALORS benefits. College tuition reimbursement program. Robust career progression program. Robust tuition reimbursement up to $5,000.00 per fiscal year for graduate and undergraduate courses. Provide take‑home car, equipment, and uniforms upon hire. Equal Opportunity Employment The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority does not provide sponsorship. We are an equal opportunity employer without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, or disability. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. ABC will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. All employment offers are contingent upon compliance with Form I-9 completion timeliness, confirmation of employment authorization by E‑Verify, and criminal history record checks. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Provide a Certificate of Disability (COD) from a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to submit disability documentation to DARS. For a COD, contact DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia-Alcoholic-Beverage-Control-Authority