What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIQUOR CONTROL INVESTIGATOR I (SR-16) [2 vacancies] position at City and County of Honolulu?
Step Into the Action. Enforce the Rules. Shape Safer Nights.
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The Honolulu Liquor Commission (LIQ) has two (2) vacancies for Liquor Control Investigator I in Honolulu. Under the supervision of a Liquor Control Investigator III, this position conducts inspections and investigations of liquor establishments to ensure compliance with Chapter 281, Hawaii Revised Statutes, and the Rules of the Liquor Commission, including adherence to license terms and conditions.
What You Will Do
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Responsibilities
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
Education Requirement
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
Experience Requirement
Two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience relating to the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations.
Must Be Able To
Substitution: An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice (or closely-related major field) will substitute for the required two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience relating to the enforcement of laws, ordinances, and/or rules and regulations.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
License Requirement
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment.If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
Medical Evaluation
Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a pre-employment medical evaluation and drug test administered by the City's Health Services. Employment is contingent upon meeting the established medical and testing requirements.
Employment Suitability
These positions are of a highly sensitive nature, requiring individuals of trust and integrity. Candidates must possess sound moral character, honesty, integrity, and credibility, which demonstrate their effectiveness and professionalism in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
To determine employment suitability for the position of Liquor Control Investigator I, the Department of Human Resources will review criminal convictions, dismissals from employment, separations from military service under other than honorable conditions, and driving record.
Due to the nature of the position, selectees are required to be fingerprinted as part of the employment suitability review. Criminal history record information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center will be reviewed.
Join the Honolulu Liquor Commission Today!
The Honolulu Liquor Commission (LIQ) has two (2) vacancies for Liquor Control Investigator I in Honolulu. Under the supervision of a Liquor Control Investigator III, this position conducts inspections and investigations of liquor establishments to ensure compliance with Chapter 281, Hawaii Revised Statutes, and the Rules of the Liquor Commission, including adherence to license terms and conditions.
What You Will Do
- Conduct investigations of alleged liquor law violations identified through public complaints, inspections, police reports, or Liquor Commission referrals.
- Inspect licensed premises to observe operations and identify violations.
- Collect evidence and conduct interviews with licensees, employees, witnesses, and law enforcement personnel.
- Prepare investigative reports documenting findings and conclusions.
- Resolve minor violations and ensure compliance with liquor laws and rules.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Shifts may be Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 p.m.–3:00 a.m., or Monday–Friday, 7:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; hours may vary.
- Work schedules may include day or night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime, based on operational needs.
- Requires operation of a City & County of Honolulu vehicle to travel to licensed premises, transport equipment, deliver evidence, and serve legal documents.
Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!
Responsibilities
Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to email notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
Education Requirement
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
Experience Requirement
Two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience relating to the enforcement of laws, ordinances and/or rules and regulations.
Must Be Able To
- Apply principles and techniques of inspection and investigation.
- Understand rules of legal evidence, laws of arrest, court procedures, and the functions and jurisdictions of other enforcement agencies.
- Understand, interpret, and explain laws, rules, and regulations.
- Effectively interact with a wide variety of individuals to elicit necessary information.
- Gather, verify, and evaluate facts and evidence.
- Prepare clear and concise reports.
Substitution: An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice (or closely-related major field) will substitute for the required two (2) years of inspectional or investigative work experience relating to the enforcement of laws, ordinances, and/or rules and regulations.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
License Requirement
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment.If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
Medical Evaluation
Candidates selected for this position must successfully complete a pre-employment medical evaluation and drug test administered by the City's Health Services. Employment is contingent upon meeting the established medical and testing requirements.
Employment Suitability
These positions are of a highly sensitive nature, requiring individuals of trust and integrity. Candidates must possess sound moral character, honesty, integrity, and credibility, which demonstrate their effectiveness and professionalism in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
To determine employment suitability for the position of Liquor Control Investigator I, the Department of Human Resources will review criminal convictions, dismissals from employment, separations from military service under other than honorable conditions, and driving record.
Due to the nature of the position, selectees are required to be fingerprinted as part of the employment suitability review. Criminal history record information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center will be reviewed.