Licensing Underage Minor Operative - VH

City of Aurora, CO; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Aurora, CO is seeking a Licensing Underage Minor Operative to assist the Licensing Division in enforcing age-related licensing rules and ensuring compliance with liquor and tobacco regulations. The role involves periodic undercover-type duties to verify age restrictions and adherence to state laws.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and remain adaptable to shifting work hours around class schedules or other commitments.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills, interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle confidential information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Periodic as needed work attempting to purchase alcohol, kratom, marijuana, and other age restricted products while working with Licensing staff.
• Ability to testify at administrative hearings or in court.
• Work schedule will work around class schedules and other employment.
• Incumbents will attempt to purchase regulated products including showing their identification or providing truthful or false responses to age related questions.
• Licensing personnel will be present outside or inside of the licensed business monitoring the attempted purchase.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Confidential information handling

Written and oral communication

Education

Two years of high school completion

Job description

JOB LOCATION15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555City of Aurora, ColoradoIt is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESSalary to be commensurate with experienceThe hiring range for this position is $17.18 - $21.48/hourly**This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Licensing Underage Minor Operative. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and qualifications match the needs of the position. **OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENTThe Licensing Division enforces and administers the city’s licensing codes and works to ensure that the City’s regulated business industry is clean and adequately regulated. This position will assist the division in enforcing prohibitions against liquor and marijuana being sold to people under the age of 21 and protecting public health, safety and welfare. The position will be attempting to purchase alcohol and tobacco products from licensed retailers.PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPeriodic as needed work attempting to purchase alcohol, kratom, marijuana, and other age restricted products while working with Licensing staff.Ability to testify at administrative hearings or in court.Work schedule will work around class schedules and other employment.Incumbents will attempt to purchase regulated products including showing their identification or providing a truthful or false response to age related questions depending on the nature of the investigation.Licensing personnel will be present outside or inside of the licensed business monitoring the attempted purchase. Work will involve getting into and out of a vehicle at various locations during a single shift.Additional work may be required for testimony at a civil or criminal proceeding under oath.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without noticeMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAn equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.Education:Two years of high school completionExperience:NonePreferred Qualifications:Exceptional communication and interpersonal skillsProven ability to work independently as well as to accept supervision during operationsKnowledge:Skills:Good communication skills, interpersonal skillsAbility to multitaskAbility to work with confidential informationAbilities:Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacyCommunicate effectively both orally and in writingLicenses and Certifications Required:Must possess and maintain a valid State Issued Identification Card (ID) or Driver LicenseWORKING CONDITIONSEssential Personnel:When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.Physical Demands:Light work that involves moving no more than 20 pounds at a timeWhat physical activity will be performed day to day?Frequently getting into and out of a vehicle and opening doors to enter and exit businesses.Work Environment:Throughout the city at various businesses in various weather conditions and environments.Equipment Used:Identification card or driver's licenseCell phone or city provided recording or communications deviceThe city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.