Full Time Investigator

Liquor Investigator I
$28.58 per hour - $38.36 per hour

The State of New Hampshire, Liquor Commission has a full‑time vacancy for a Liquor Investigator I.

To investigate all criminal and administrative matters contained in laws, including motor vehicle laws and local city and town ordinances, relative to the manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages.

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Education: High school diploma or G.Three years of full‑time employment as a certified police officer in a recognized jurisdiction or as a corrections officer, or three years of experience in the military on full‑time active duty with an honorable discharge, or a combination of the three occupations totaling three years.

S. citizen upon application for position.

Before the probationary period expires, appointees shall successfully complete a training program certifying the appointee as a police officer which satisfies all applicable provisions of RSA 106‑L, and rules of the N.Police Standards and Training Council. A Liquor Investigator I must maintain all requirements for certification as a police officer in New Hampshire.

The probationary period for Liquor Investigator I is one (1) year.

Enforces all liquor and beverage laws upon premises where liquor and beverages are lawfully sold, stored, distributed, or manufactured.

Conducts administrative investigations based on self‑initiated case development and outside complaints. Insures licensee compliance with Title XIII by conducting premise inspections and surveillance, and by creating and participating in specialized enforcement operations.

Conducts complex investigations of criminal activity connected to the operations of licensed establishments to gather evidence of violation, misdemeanor and felony crimes for criminal and administrative prosecution.

Conducts on‑site surveys to insure compliance with laws relating to youth access to tobacco.

Interfaces with the public, businesses, federal, state, and local officials, providing positive public relations.

Educates and develops training programs for new and existing liquor licensees. Conducts training for Liquor Investigators and other law enforcement agencies.

Read, writes, responds to and comprehends legal and non‑legal documents, examines and compiles evidence to be used in criminal court cases.

Utilizes proficiency in administrative law and procedure in support of the Division’s licensing functions, by conducting regular inspections and inspections for the issuance of new and renewed liquor licenses.

Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500‑$1800 value)

Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

$50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State‑paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

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