Criminal Investigator IV - Marijuana Enforcement Division

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Marijuana Enforcement Division The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with licensing and regulating the commercial Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado. First formed in 2010 as the Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division, the MED has developed a leading-edge approach to commercial marijuana regulation and is considered a global regulatory and industry leader. The Division implements legislation, develops regulations, conducts regulatory and criminal investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework. The MED promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders and by proactively and positively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast-paced professional environment. Culture & Environment: The Marijuana Enforcement Division’s culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Members of our team are solution-oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and integrity in all interactions. The MED operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires members of our team to support one another in navigating new issues, demonstrate agility, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress. Vision: Regulatory excellence through progressive and proactive compliance and enforcement practices. Mission: Our mission is to promote public safety and reduce public harm by regulating the Colorado commercial marijuana industry through consistent administration of laws and regulations and strategic integration of process management, functional expertise, and innovative problem-solving. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The work unit ensures marijuana licensees in Colorado operate honestly, fairly and safely, and are free from criminal and corrupt elements. On a daily basis this position is required to make a determination as to whether a violation of criminal statutes, regulations, or standard operating procedures has taken place and is required to make decisions regarding appropriate next steps based on observations, guidance, and Division policy. Investigators are required to respond to inquiries from marijuana businesses, marijuana patrons and other agencies. The position promotes regulatory compliance by recommendations regarding alleged violations and intervening to correct problems where there is a formal rule or law to rely on. This position will perform as a peace officer to investigate and enforce the Colorado Marijuana Code, Amendment 64, and the Colorado Revised Criminal Statutes, MED rules, and conduct comprehensive regulatory investigations. Duties include: Criminal Investigations & Enforcement Plans and conducts investigations of violations of marijuana and criminal laws. Prepares written investigative reports. Collects and preserves physical and documentary evidence. Testifies at hearing or in court as needed. Provides assistance to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies with information on marijuana practices, methods and licensees. Position works collaboratively with other investigators and outside agencies to prepare criminal case filings and assists other law enforcement agencies upon request. Reviews information obtained through written reports, interviews, and agency specific data, such as sales reports and inventory tracking data. Proactively visits marijuana businesses as an armed peace officer to preserve the peace, prevent and discourage illegal purchase, consumption and other violations of laws. Investigates matters by utilizing their subject matter expertise in the area of complex criminal investigations of marijuana licensees. Responds to complaints, issues criminal summonses, conducts interviews of victims and witnesses, and interviews suspects to determine if criminal charges or administrative disciplinary action is warranted. Performs regular underage sale compliance checks of marijuana businesses that can result in criminal enforcement. Regulatory Enforcement & Investigations Proactively visits marijuana businesses monitoring for compliance with Colorado Marijuana Laws and Regulations. Conducts inspections of marijuana businesses and re-inspections of those that have had violations. Participates in comprehensive compliance inspections to ensure that licensees, patrons, premises,