Alcohol Beverage Inspector

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; varied days and hours to include day, evening, late night and weekend hours; full-benefits

This position is responsible for enforcing alcoholic beverage laws and regulations within Frederick County and the State of Maryland. Serving as a peace officer, the role operates independently to ensure compliance with local ordinances and state statutes governing the sale of alcoholic beverages. Supervision is provided by the Liquor Board Director, with administrative guidance provided by the Administrative Coordinator.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. Â If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Total Compensation Package

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Vesting after 5 years of service
• Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan
  
  

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

• Execute on-site field inspections, investigations, surveillance of licensed premises, and prospective licensed premises, in order to evaluate compliance with alcoholic beverages laws, rules and regulations
• Gather, obtain relevant information professionally and ethically, (e.g. interviews, direct observation, on site field visits, research of records/documents/online resources), create detailed reports of findings and consult with supervisor resolving issues of non-compliance
• Testify at hearings/court in order to provide pertinent evidence regarding adjudication of potential violations before the Board of License CommissionersÂ
• Educate applicants and licensees about the expectations of maintaining regulatory compliance Maryland state law, and Frederick County Regulations
• Work with underage minors to perform alcoholic beverage compliance checks
• May issue civil citations as a result of a license violation provided in the Criminal Law Article and the Alcoholic Beverages Article Annotated Code of Maryland
• Maintain thorough record-keeping for accurate, complete, retrievable documentation of inspector reports, monthly activity reports, observations, investigations, and other necessary forms that would provide information for potential regulatory use
• As needed, facilitate regulatory infraction prevention trainings to ensure licensees meet compliance standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Â The essential duties do not cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Â

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Â

• High school graduation, or the equivalency
• Minimum 2 years of related law enforcement, security or corrections work experience that includes investigative duties
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations governing alcoholic beverages and civil enforcement, with familiarity in citation processes, documentation requirements, and the ability to communicate violations clearly and professionally to involved parties
• Ability and willingness to maintain and participate in training to keep abreast of current changes in the alcoholic beverage laws and regulations
• Ability to acquire a working knowledge of the Alcoholic Beverages Annotated Code of Maryland and the Frederick County Alcoholic Beverages RegulationsÂ
• Ability to effectively explain the Alcoholic Beverages Annotated Code of Maryland and the Frederick County Alcoholic Beverages Regulations to the public and prospective licensee'sÂ
• Ability to effectively collect and document information during inspections, investigations, and surveillance of licensed premises, and to compose clear, concise, and legally defensible reports
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive licensee information, investigative findings, and enforcement records
• Strong situational awareness and ability to adapt communication style to diverse audiences
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly in emergency or enforcement situations, exercising peace officer authority with professionalism and composure
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment, planning, organizational, and time management skills in coordinating inspections, preparing testimony for hearings, and managing multiple compliance cases simultaneously
• Strong and effective spoken and written communication skills in English, with the ability to draft official reports, deliver testimony in court to support regulatory enforcement, and conduct training sessions on violation prevention, regulatory compliance, and state-certified Alcohol Awareness programs
• Ability to effectively use various office equipment such as a computer, iPad and copierÂ
• Ability to evaluate and prioritize the needs of the office/field, and perform accordingly
• Ability to communicate, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, law enforcement, court personnel, the general public and various county and state agenciesÂ
  
  

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR

• Experience conducting on-site inspections of alcohol beverage licensed establishments to evaluate compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Experience teaching regulatory compliance and infraction prevention trainings
• Experience monitoring and operating video surveillance equipment and utilizing equipment for investigative purposes
• Experience with the authority to issue civil citations in response to violations of state and county laws
  
  

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently walk and drive; occasionally sit; and rarely climb and reach
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; occasionally work outdoors and in a noisy environment; and rarely walk on uneven ground, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degreesÂ
• Physical requirements include the ability to travel to and access all licensed establishments in order to complete the described duties by use of county vehicle and on foot.
• Individuals in this position may carry a firearm provided they obtain the proper permit. For those interested in securing a carry permit, the Liquor Board will assist in facilitating the application process.
• Must maintain required certifications throughout employment
• Available for varied hours for meetings and work assignments
• An employee of the Liquor License Commission may not (1) have any interest, directly or indirectly, either proprietary or by means of any loan, mortgage or lien, or in any other manner, in or to any premises where alcoholic beverages are manufactured or sold; (2) have any interest, directly or indirectly, in any business wholly or partially devoted to the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages; (3) own any stock in any corporation which has any interest, directly or indirectly, in any business wholly or partially devoted to the manufacture or sale of alcoholic beverages, or (4) hold any other public office or employment (other than the office of a Notary Public)
• This position is subject to random drug testing
  
  

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may Include)

• An evaluation of training and experience
• One or more interviews
• A pre-employment fingerprint support background investigation Â
• A pre-employment drug testÂ