LIQUOR INVESTIGATOR I

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire is advertising a full-time Liquor Investigator I for the Concord area. The role enforces liquor laws, conducts investigations, and engages with licensees and the public to ensure compliance.

A combination of education or police/military experience is required, with a NH driver’s license upon appointment. Minimum qualifications include an associate degree or 60 credit hours (criminal justice preferred) or a high school diploma with three years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree/60 credit hours in criminal justice or equivalent.
• High school diploma/GED with 3 years of relevant experience (police, corrections, or military).
• May substitute education/work experience per policy.
• Candidate must obtain NH driver’s license after appointment and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Enforce liquor and beverage laws at licensed premises.
• Conduct administrative and complex criminal investigations with evidence gathering.
• Interview and deter suspects; liaise with public and officials.
• Inspect premises for compliance and license verifications; participate in enforcement operations.
• Prepare documentation and prosecute offenses in District Court.

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours (criminal justice major preferred)

High school diploma or GED with 3 years in law enforcement/military

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel
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*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

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

Summary

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.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from a recognized college, university or technical institute with a major study preferably in criminal justice or the equivalent.

Experience: No experience required.

OR

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Experience: 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.

License/Certification

Upon appointment, candidate must obtain a New Hampshire driver's license in compliance with New Hampshire statutes and maintain for duration of employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be at least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen upon application for position.
2. Must be willing to accept employment anywhere in the state.
3. Must pass polygraph examination, psychological examination and fitness standards prior to employment.
4. 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.H. Police Standards and Training Council. A Liquor Investigator I must maintain all requirements for certification as a police officer in New Hampshire.
5. The probationary period for Liquor Investigator I is one (1) year.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Interviews complainants and witnesses and interrogates suspects for the purpose of obtaining evidence and/or admission of guilt.
• 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.
• Prosecutes violation and misdemeanor criminal offenses in District Court. 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.
• Assists other agencies, at times as the first responder, with situations out of the scope of Title XIII; recognize, respond and act to any criminal offense occurring in one’s presence in accordance with NH RSA 179:59.

Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

In addition, applicants are subject to a criminal background check and reference check.

For further information please [e-mail]

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

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.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement

12.87% of pay

Other Benefits

• *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
• *Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Job Summary

Position: LIQUOR INVESTIGATOR I

Occupation Category: 33-0000 Protective Service Occupations

Employment Type: FULL-TIME

Post Date: 08/10/2026

Salary: USD 28.580-38.360

Close Date: 11/10/2026

Location: US:NH:CONCORD

BUREAU OF ENFORCEMENT,57 REGIONAL DRIVE,MERRIMACK,CONCORD,NH,03301,US