Cyber/Financial Crimes Investigator (Criminal I...

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.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! 

Division of Gaming:

Ensures that limited gaming is conducted honestly, fairly, and competitively, and is free from criminal and corrupt elements.

What we do:

Ensures that Sports Betting and fantasy Sports are conducted honestly, fairly, and competitively, and free from cyber related criminal and corruptive elements.A typical day as a Criminal Investigator IV: 

The Criminal Investigator will collect, preserve, analyze, and interpret data and physical evidence using critical thinking and analytical skills to ensure the integrity of sports wagering in Colorado.

Primary Duties:

Investigations

Recently legalized sports betting has created new challenges and demands for investigating criminal activity. Much of the criminal activity is occurring on electronic platforms and mediums, such as, mobile phones and computers.

Ability and skill set to investigate such crimes. Additionally, financial crimes experience is necessary due to several of the criminal acts are precursor or predicate offenses to State and Federal racketeering charges (Colorado Organized Crime Control Act) (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act). Examples of such crimes are money laundering, theft, forgery, identity theft, fraud, and computer crime. No other State agency besides the Colorado Division of Gaming is tasked with both the regulatory and criminal enforcement of sports betting.

Experience and knowledge to work with local, state and federal agencies is necessary.

Conduct lengthy criminal investigations by collecting, evaluating, collating, and analyzing criminal intelligence information which includes use of charting techniques, timelines, and on-line activity, to develop a hypothesis or inference.

Examine and analyze electronic data collected from patron electronic devices and accounts to determine if suspected violations of criminal or regulatory codes/regulations have occurred. They will identify, collect, and seize documentary or physical evidence, to include digital media and logs associated with suspected cybercrimes. They must conduct interviews with sports betting patrons and licensees.

Regulatory Enforcement

The person in this position will collect, analyze, and disseminate criminal intelligence stemming from patron complaints, sport league notifications, and/or operator compliance failure to initiate appropriate disciplinary action for presentation to the Director of the Division of Gaming and to the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission.

Design and implementation of databases related to criminal and intelligence information and will design and disseminate statistical reports and intelligence bulletins.

Work independently as an individual contributor to prioritize workload and respond to critical requests for immediate action when necessary.

Compile statistical material on performance measures and criminal activity for dissemination, based on information submitted by data, patron complaints, information obtained from analysis, intelligence reports, and documented requests from other law enforcement agencies.

Criminal Enforcement

Position proactively analyzes sports wagering data for compliance, interprets the data, and responds to criminal complaints.

Assists or augments other law enforcement agencies to ensure sports wagering integrity. Prepares detailed written reports for criminal prosecution.

Maintains on-call duty status while off-duty for emergency response. Assist other law enforcement agencies upon request.

Background Investigations

Serves as the Staff Authority for background investigations as it pertains to on-line licensing compliance in the Division of Gaming. Coordinate and conduct complex investigations involving multi-jurisdictional and multi-national entities. The purpose of the investigation is to: determine and evaluate areas of tax information, financial documentation, asset identification, source of investment funds, reputation, civil litigation, criminal history, accuracy of provided disclosures, and areas of fraud and misrepresentation.

Assists with developing detailed written reports and presents findings to the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission to determine suitability for licensing.

Assists with annual renewal licensures, expansion or change of ownership investigations and completes a detailed written report of their findings to present to the Colorado Limited Gaming Control Commission.

Conduct background investigations of sports betting applicants to determine suitability for licensure.

Additional Responsibilities

Receive requests from patrons and the industry on a regular basis. The position will assist in improving processes to ensure patron complaints are addressed according to Sports Betting rules and sustain the integrity of Sports Betting operations.

Recommend; system and or program needs and changes, intelligence policy and procedure, software acquisitions related to data analysis and intelligence gathering, and training needs to maintain professional competence.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. 

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

A2A5XX CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience Only:Eight (8) years of relevant experience in professional investigative experience which encompasses working in cyber related investigations as well as conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations.

*Required valid/active Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification

OR

Education and Experience:A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, certification, and/or relevant experience business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, psychology, sociology or a closely related field as determined by the Department. Professional investigative experience which encompasses working in cyber related investigations as well as conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations equal to eight (8) years

*Required valid/active Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification

NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Necessary Qualifications:Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Gaming Division. Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License (at the time of application).

Applicants must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency and supervisory response. 

Applicants must successfully pass a Psychological Evaluation prior to being appointed to a position in the Gaming Division.Must be able to qualify and maintain qualification with a firearm.Must be able to certify and maintain certification in arrest control techniques.Maintain a current/valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certification at the time of application.Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulations related to Division of Gaming.

Additional years of experience as a supervisor.

Additional Education and/or credentials in a technology field related to IT, Cyber Security, Cyber Investigations, or Computer Science and Technologies

Outstanding candidates will have recent experience with: investigations, interpreting and applying statutes and researching databases.

Additional years of experience in professional investigative and/or compliance experience in a regulatory environment.

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize.

Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner.

Experience with rule making processes.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision.

Proven success organizing and tracking workload.

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Proficiency in Google-Workspace.

Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence. 

As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. 

To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who: 

Have an assigned State fleet vehicle

Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position

Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. 

Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment. 

Information must be accurate, including dates of employment.  If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.

The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email.  Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at [email protected] within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

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, [email protected].

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 [email protected] 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.

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