Criminal Investigator III

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT COLORADO RESIDENTS ONLY

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2026.

This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need.

This posting does not accept resumes, cover letters, or attachments of any kind. Please be as thorough as possible in detailing your work history, education, and training in the application form.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

Medical and dental health plans

Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

Paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

BenefitHub state employee discount program

MotivateMe employee wellness program

Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces

RTD EcoPass Commuter Program

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home

PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

The salary range for this position is

$35.63 - $41.25 Hourly

$2,850.46 - $3,300.00 Biweekly

$6,176.00 - $7,150.00 Monthly

The Fraud Investigations Team (FIT) exists to receive, identify, and investigate reports of fraud and fraudulent activity within the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Division, including handling incoming referrals and tips regarding allegations of fraud related to the FAMLI program. This work unit conducts thorough investigations (including interviews of parties or witnesses, review of relevant documents and reports, and any other lawful investigative techniques); evidence collection, review, and preparation; prepares and presents both regulatory and criminal reports of investigation to statewide District Attorney’s Offices, the State of Colorado Attorney General’s Office and/or the FAMLI Division Hearings unit, seeking monetary or other relief authorized by the FAMLI Act or subsequent regulations, assessment of monetary amounts owed (fines & interest) and/or any other remedies approved by the Division. Additionally, this work unit, as required, provides investigative and logistical assistance to local, state, and federal agencies and provides a base of specialized expertise upon which other law enforcement and regulatory agencies may draw.

This position, Criminal Investigator III (Working Title: Fraud Investigator), exists to receive, identify, and investigate reports of criminal and regulatory violations affecting the administration of the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program within the Colorado Department of Labor & Employment (CDLE).

Duties primarily consist of regulatory and criminal investigations of FAMLI-related fraudulent activity with criminal case referrals to District Attorney Offices (DAs) or the CO Attorney General’s Office (AG’s), and the FAMLI Hearings Unit for regulatory investigation of fraudulent/criminal activity concerning the FAMLI program. The position provides investigations of fraud/forgery, waste, abuse, and other misconduct related to this program. Work includes identifying suspects, interviewing witnesses, examining Complainant and Respondent records, verifying the authenticity of documents, collecting evidence, preparing affidavits for court orders for the production of records, writing comprehensive reports of investigations, and presenting the cases/investigations for prosecution/hearing.
A2A4XX Criminal Investigator III

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position Such as law enforcement, fraud investigations, other regulatory and criminal investigations experience.

Any require