Special Agent (Black Hawk)

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Disability Coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

FSAs

PFML

11 Paid Holidays

Discount Program

Job summary

Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) seeks a Special Agent IV for Gaming Enforcement. This sworn position leads complex investigations and presides over field operations to keep gaming fair and transparent.

Must be a Colorado POST-certified Peace Officer, willing to travel and work nights, with eight years of relevant experience and a valid CO driver’s license. Background checks are required for appointment.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of relevant experience in conducting criminal and regulatory investigations.
• Must be currently certified as a Peace Officer in Colorado by POST.
• Willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends and holidays; on-call support.
• Must possess and maintain a Colorado driver’s license.
• Background and tax checks required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end investigations into complex multi-jurisdictional financial, regulatory, and corporate violations.
• Conduct tactical operations, execute warrants, make arrests, and file case documentation.
• Interview victims, witnesses, and key stakeholders; lead suspect interrogations.
• Perform armed field patrols and site visits to deter illegal activity and protect the public.
• Inspect facilities and gaming equipment; resolve patron disputes and jackpot issues.
• Draft detailed investigative reports and provide testimony in court proceedings.
• Design and deliver specialized training to local law enforcement partners and regulators.

Skills

Peace Officer Certified

Night/weekend availability

Travel flexibility

Background check compliance

Education

Eight years experience or equivalent education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

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, helping them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. Our core values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect drive us

The Department’s vision 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!

As part of the State of Colorado, DOR offers a competitive benefits package to permanent employees:

• PERA retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
• Automatic Short-Term and Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program

Job Overview:

Ready to protect the integrity of Colorado’s multi-billion-dollar gaming industry? Join an elite, specialized team where your investigative expertise directly safeguards fairness and public trust. As a Special Agent, you’ll operate at the intersection of high-stakes criminal investigations, complex financial oversight, and proactive field enforcement.

We are seeking a high-caliber Special Agent to join our Gaming Enforcement unit. In this sworn peace officer role, you will be on the front lines—keeping Colorado’s limited gaming industry fair, transparent, and strictly free from criminal influence.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Complex Investigations: Lead end-to-end criminal and statutory investigations into sophisticated multi-jurisdictional financial, regulatory, and corporate violations.

• Execute Law Enforcement Operations: Utilize your full peace officer authority to conduct tactical operations, execute search and arrest warrants, make physical arrests, and prepare bulletproof case files for state and federal prosecution.

• Conduct High-Stakes Field Interrogations: Interview victims, witnesses, and key stakeholders, and lead tactical interrogations of primary suspects to uncover critical evidence.

• Maintain High-Visibility Deterrence: Perform proactive, armed field patrols and site visits across gaming facilities to preserve the peace, deter illegal activity, and maintain public confidence.

• Inspect & Resolve Industry Issues: Perform comprehensive facility inspections, evaluate specialized gaming equipment, and independently resolve complex patron disputes and jackpot complaints.

• Build Court-Ready Cases: Draft detailed investigative reports, analyze financial and state database evidence, and provide expert testimony in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings.

• Deliver Expert Training: Serve as a subject matter expert by designing and delivering specialized training to local law enforcement partners, industry leadership, and regulatory bodies.

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

A2B4XX Special Agent IV

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations.

Or

Education and Experience

A combination of related education in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Criminalistics, Political Science, Police Science, Law Enforcement, Law, Psychology, Sociology, and/or relevant experience in conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations equal to eight (8) years.

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.

Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL, as your experience will not be inferred or assumed.

Special Qualifications

• Must be currently certified as a Peace Officer in the state of Colorado by POST at the time of application.
• Must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency response. Must be willing to travel in and out of state as required.
• Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to the position in the Division of Gaming.
• Applicants must possess and maintain a Colorado driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Regulatory & Legal Mastery: In-depth knowledge of Colorado gaming rules, regulations, and relevant statutory frameworks.

• Advanced Investigative Expertise: Hands-on experience interpreting complex statutes, navigating investigative databases, and conducting thorough criminal or regulatory inquiries.

• Regulatory Compliance background: Additional years of professional investigative or compliance experience within a regulated industry or law enforcement setting.

• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Sharp analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve intricate operational and legal issues independently.

• Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to interface effectively with stakeholders, agency leadership, and the public.

• Autonomous & Accountable Leadership: Demonstrated capability to work independently, manage high-volume workloads, and accept strategic guidance and supervision.

• Technical Proficiency: High command of productivity platforms, including Microsoft Office Suite and 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

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. DOR uses E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees. DOR does not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas.

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 "[e-mail]" addresses. It is your responsibility