Ethics Investigator & Outreach Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $6,900 - $10,258 monthly (DOE)

Position: Ethics Investigator & Outreach Assistant

Agency: Independent Ethics Commission

Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
Location: Denver, Colorado (primary work location in Denver office, with some hybrid workplace arrangements and schedule flexibility based on performance and operational needs).
Reports to: Executive Director of the Independent Ethics Commission

Salary: $6,900 - $10,258 per month (Depending on Experience)

The Agency: Independent Ethics Commission

The Independent Ethics Commission (IEC) is an independent, constitutionally created commission that receives and investigates complaints against government officials and employees. The IEC also conducts hearings in complaint cases and provides guidance to state and local government bodies, officials, employees, and members of the public on Colorados ethics laws. The Commissions work is central to promoting accountability, transparency, and public trust in government.

Colorado Independent Ethics Commission Agency Website

IEC is seeking an experienced and motivated investigator to support its ethics investigations and outreach efforts. This role is ideal for someone who is interested in meaningful work focused on ethics in government and enjoys applying investigative skills in a mission-driven, public service setting. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who isdetail-oriented, independent, and committed to fairness, accountability, and public trust.

Why This Role?

This role offers the chance to do meaningful, hands-on investigative work while contributing to the integrity of public service in Colorado. As an investigator, you will play a critical role in ensuring ethics complaints are reviewed thoroughly, and fairly, in accordance with constitutional requirements. Youll have the opportunity to work closely with Commission leadership, engage in impactful outreach and training, and apply your investigative expertise in a small, highly collaborative agency environment where your work is visible, valued, and directly tied to the Commissions mission.

Travel Requirements
Occasional travel, including out-of-town and limited out-of-state travel, may be required for investigations, trainings, outreach activities, and annual conference attendance. Mileage and allowable travel expenses, such as per diem, will be reimbursed in accordance with applicable policies.

What You'll Do:

As an Ethics Investigator & Outreach Assistant, you will be responsible for conducting ethics complaint investigations under Article XXIX of the Colorado Constitution, pursuant to parameters set by the IEC. You will also be responsible for completing written investigative reports, participating in outreach and training initiatives, and associated administrative functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Determinethe plan, scope, and direction of assigned investigations and inquiries.

• Conduct in-depth interviews of complainants, respondents, witnesses, and all other involved persons; collect, compile, examine,and analyzeevidence; draft subpoenas;conductundercover field operations if necessary.

• Communicateand exchange information with various people, agencies, institutions, and entities, within the confines of confidentiality requirements.

• Assess and analyzeallegations and evidence toidentifyjurisdictional and substantive issues.

• Preserveand protect the integrity of evidence and the confidentiality of the investigative process.

• Prepareclear, concise, comprehensive, and objectiveinvestigative reports.

• Conduct training and outreach to educate elected officials, government employees, other covered individuals, and members of the publicregardingapplicable ethics standards.

• Attend Commission meetings and hearings as needed to receive assignments and explain investigative reports.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Experience only

Six (6) years of related experience withtwo (2) years of professional investigative experience.Experience must includeconducting witness interviews and gathering of physical and/or documentaryevidenceregarding alleged violations of civil or criminal statutes, rules, or regulations, and completing written investigative reports for supervisors, boards, commissions, councils, or courts.

OR

Education and Experience

Abachelors degree in political science, criminology, criminal justice, police sciences, psychology, or a closely related field, and two (2) years of professional investigative experience. Experience must includeconducting witness interviews and gathering of physical and/or documentaryevidenceregarding alleged violations of civil or criminal statutes, rules, or regulations, and completing written investigative reports for supervisors, boards, commissions, councils, or courts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience investigating and researching matters involving violations of State or Federal statutes or regulations.

• Experience involving rules, regulations, or statutes specifically related to ethics compliance.

• Experience working for and/or reporting to elected officials.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of theColorado Constitution, Article XXIX, and related judicial interpretations.

• Knowledge of theColorado ethics statutes, including 24-18-101, et seq., and 24-18.5-101, C.R.S.

• Knowledge of decisions and opinions of the IEC.

• Demonstratedproficiencyat developing andfacilitatinggroup presentations; and

• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• Demonstrated experience managing complex investigations.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionallytodiverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive investigative reports that accurately summarize complex information, analyze evidence, and present objective findings and conclusions.

• Proficiencywith MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in high-stress environments.

• Ability to research multiple sources of information, analyze data, and make sound, practical decisions within confidentiality requirements.

• Proven ability tomaintainand manage confidential information.

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

The position includes a comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid leave and holidays, retirement through Colorado PERA, and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Click here for more information regarding employee benefits: State of Colorado Employee Benefits

The Independent Ethics Commission is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to full inclusion and reasonable accommodations.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position is open only to Colorado residents.
• Candidates must possess a valid CO drivers license.
• Candidates must successfully pass a criminal and personal background check.

Application Deadline:Friday, May 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm MST