REAL ESTATE INVESTIGATOR - DOPL

State of Idaho Opportunity

Real Estate Investigator

The hiring manager is continuously considering applications for this position. This job announcement will close if the position is filled.

About the Agency : The Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) provides consumer protection and public safety through its regulation of more than 250,000 licensees within more than 44 Boards and Commissions here in the great State of Idaho.

To learn more about the Agency, please visit our website at: dopl.idaho.gov

This Real Estate Investigator position is a great opportunity for a professional who's looking to provide consumer protection and public safety for all Idahoans.

Summary:

To investigate complaints, determine compliance, and enforce Idaho Real Estate Law; perform related work.

Job Responsibilities:

Investigation and Analysis:

• Reviews, evaluates, and investigates complaints against brokers, sales agents, and unlicensed persons acting as agents
• Reviews, audits and investigates reports requiring enforcement for compliance with real estate laws
• Interviews complainants, buyers, sellers, agents, and others to determine facts
• Conducts internet research, including social networking websites
• Analyzes information and prepares documentation
• Provides technical assistance on investigative and legal procedures for compliance and enforcement actions
• Compiles and analyzes data
• Writes fact-based investigative reports
• Testifies at administrative hearings

Technical Assistance and Review:

• Explains and interprets real estate license law and commission rules and policies
• Communicates verbally and in writing with licensees, the public, attorneys, staff and others concerning real estate transactions and related laws and regulations
• Prepares reports regarding real estate laws, rules, and enforcement
• Examines records, files, and licenses for conformity with statutory requirements
• Checks agreements, closing statements and related documents verifying completeness, delivery, and compliance with laws and regulations Issues warnings for violations
• Writes articles for publication
• Maintains currency with industry standards and expectations

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: conducting fact-finding interviews; developing and monitoring contracts with a goal of gleaning evidence or identifying discrepancies; writing detailed fact-based professional reports; interpreting and enforcing regulations, policies, contracts, laws, corporate rules, or other enforcement or regulatory activity; explaining rules, regulations, or policies to customers, clients, employees, or others; with basic office related computer programs. Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Some knowledge of accounting principles either through work experience or education.

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION!
We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $70/month for medical and vision & $12.00/month for dental
• Paid parental leave
• Multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
• Basic life insurance for employee and family
• Wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• An opportunity for student loan forgiveness & Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.