Title:  Department of Liquor & Lottery Investigator

Overview

The Office of Compliance and Enforcement (OCE) is seeking highly motivated individuals for two home-office-based law enforcement positions. Investigators are responsible for conducting youth access compliance checks, regulatory inspections, and complex criminal and regulatory investigations to determine appropriate administrative or criminal enforcement actions. Working as part of a team, investigators are assigned to a geographic zone and focus on enforcing and administering Vermont liquor and lottery laws and regulations.

 

Preference will be given to applicants residing in Southeastern Vermont for one position and Northeastern Vermont for the other. Work is performed under the general supervision of the DLL Sergeant. Applicants must reside in Vermont.

 

Apply now to join a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring public safety and regulatory compliance across the state!

Who May Apply

This position, Department of Liquor & Lottery Investigator (Job Requisition #51739), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Brandon.King@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting as well as in the field. Frequent travel, exposure to the elements, and evening and weekend work is required. Stress may be encountered in dealing with arrestees, licensees facing punitive action or other individuals, including those under the influence of impairing substances. There is some risk of physical harm and exposure to potentially hazardous conditions. Patience, tact, and diplomacy must be exercised on a regular basis in dealing with licensees, employees, and the public. Significant work outside of normal business hours should be anticipated. Position is home office-based, with non-standard work week hours. 

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years or more of experience as a Law Enforcement Officer. 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a primary investigator/detective on an investigative team. 
Advanced degree in criminal justice, public administration, or related field.
 

Special Requirements

Must be a Vermont Level III certified full-time law enforcement officer, or out of state equivalent able to obtain a waiver certification from the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council, within 6 months from date of hire. 

Mental and physical condition appropriate to successfully perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential job functions. Applicants may be required to take a physical examination conducted by a physician selected by the Department of Liquor and Lottery.

This position is Group "C" retirement with mandatory retirement at age 57.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.