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Job Description
JOB The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect. The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video!
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Marijuana Enforcement Division The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with licensing and regulating the commercial Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado. First formed in 2010 as the Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division, the MED has developed a leading-edge approach to commercial marijuana regulation and is considered a global regulatory and industry leader. The Division implements legislation, develops regulations, conducts regulatory and criminal investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework. The MED promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders and by proactively and positively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast-paced professional environment.
Culture & Environment:
The Marijuana Enforcement Division's culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Members of our team are solution-oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and integrity in all interactions. The MED operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires members of our team to support one another in navigating new issues, demonstrate agility, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress.
Vision:
Regulatory excellence through progressive and proactive compliance and enforcement practices.
Mission:
Our mission is to promote public safety and reduce public harm by regulating the Colorado commercial marijuana industry through consistent administration of laws and regulations and strategic integration of process management, functional expertise, and innovative problem-solving.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The professional in this position performs as a peace officer to investigate and enforce the Colorado Marijuana Code, the Colorado Marijuana Regulations, and the Colorado Revised Criminal Statutes, and conducts comprehensive regulatory and criminal investigations.
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
Plans and conducts investigations of violations of marijuana and criminal laws. Prepares comprehensive written investigative reports. Executes warrants and collects and preserves physical and documentary evidence. Testifies in court. Provides assistance to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies with information on marijuana practices, methods and licensees. Assist other law enforcement agencies upon request.
CRIMINAL ENFORCEMENT
Proactively visits marijuana businesses as an armed peace officer to preserve the peace, prevent and discourage illegal purchase, consumption and other violations of laws. Directs and coordinates compliance checks of regulated marijuana businesses to ensure marijuana is not being unlawfully sold to minors. Investigates matters by utilizing their knowledge and skills in the area of complex criminal investigations of marijuana licensees. Responds to complaints, issues criminal summonses, conducts interviews of victims and witnesses, and interviews suspects. Assists or augments other law enforcement agencies to ensure officer and marijuana patron safety. Prepares detailed written reports for criminal prosecution. Assist other law enforcement agencies upon request. Conducts inspections of marijuana businesses and re-inspections of those that have had violations.
REGULATORY ENFORCEMENT/INVESTIGATIONS
Proactively visits marijuana businesses, monitoring for compliance with Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations. Participates in comprehensive compliance inspections to ensure that licensees, patrons, premises, records, and devices are within approved minimum guidelines and licensees and patrons are in compliance with Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations necessary to ensure the integrity of the marijuana industry. Plans, coordinates, and executes effective complex investigations into alleged violations of Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations. Conducts routine inspections of licensed businesses to observe licensee compliance and effectively records those observations. Effectively documents and communicates concerns regarding potential noncompliance with both internal and external stakeholders. Responds to complaints received regarding potential noncompliance by gathering information and evidence related to the investigation. Utilizes inventory tracking system technology when conducting investigations. Initiates recommendations for appropriate disciplinary action for presentation to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division and the State Licensing Authority. Interprets and applies the Colorado Marijuana Rules and Regulations. Documents investigations of alleged violations by licensees in written reports for presentation to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division and the State Licensing Authority for consideration of disciplinary action. Testifies at administrative hearings based on investigative findings.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides training and delivers presentations to the marijuana industry, outside law enforcement agencies and the public. Responds to verbal and written inquiries concerning marijuana laws, regulations and licensing. Remains current on Marijuana Laws and Regulations as well as pertinent criminal and civil statutory and case law. Maintains proficiency and qualification with firearms and other defensive tactics equipment assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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 that 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 to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us. We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If not applying online, submit application to: If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application(Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
Step Pay Program:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
