Hybrid Analyst IV - Liquor & Tobacco Enforcement Division presso State of Colorado, CO

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Position Duties

The Liquor Enforcement Division's mission is to promote public safety, support economic growth, and ensure the responsible sale and consumption of liquor and tobacco products through he fair, transparent, and consistent administration of Colorado's liquor, tobacco, and nicotine laws.

A day in the life of an Analyst IV
As an Analyst IV, you will be providing advanced research, data analysis, and policy support for the Division. Your day will include reviewing and updating policies and procedures, analyzing complex licensing and enforcement data, preparing statistical and financial reports, supporting legislative and rulemaking projects, and maintaining accuracy in online services and public-facing resources. The Analyst IV will also collaborate with internal staff, external stakeholders, and partner agencies to ensure compliance, improve processes, and enhance customer service

Primary Job Duties
Performing Analysis and Statistical Reports

• Create, implement, and maintain spreadsheets and reports using licensing, enforcement, and database software.
• Gather, interpret, and analyze complex data on liquor and tobacco licensing, enforcement, and administrative actions.

• Produce statistical and trend reports to support management decision-making and potential legislative or regulatory changes.

• Determine the best data sets, reporting formats, and visualizations for a variety of audiences and purposes.

• Respond to technical questions from leadership and stakeholders regarding data trends and industry metrics.

• Prioritize and manage multiple data projects, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.

• Review, update, and evaluate organizational policies, procedures, and technical guidance materials.
• Improve and maintain online resources, forms, and applications to ensure accuracy, ADA compliance, and legislative alignment.

• Develop and deliver training for staff and external stakeholders on new and existing systems, policies, and processes.

• Represent the Division in software-related workgroups; advocate for system and reporting needs.

• Manage system configurations, user accounts, templates, letters, and license/permit type updates.

• Reconcile daily revenue and payment reports with SBG’s accounting team, ensuring proper allocation and resolution of discrepancies.

• Serve as licensing liaison for CORA requests; gather and release documentation in accordance with policy.

• Conduct research and cost-driven analysis on legislative proposals and regulatory updates.
• Collect data from stakeholders, attorneys, regulators, and other states for comparison and impact evaluation.

• Contribute to fiscal note preparation and policy recommendations by providing accurate, timely analysis.

• Assess the potential impact of legislative or regulatory changes on Division programs and operations.

• Assist with developing implementation plans for legislative updates, including defining goals, delegating tasks, and establishing communication strategies.

• Support Division leadership by providing input on best practices for legislative adoption and stakeholder communication.

Minimum Qualifications

Residency Requirement: 

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. 

Class Code & Classification Description: 

• Experience must include data analysis, policy or procedure evaluation, report preparation, and program or project support in a regulatory or governmental setting.

OR

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to seven (7) years. 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in public administration, business, statistics, criminal justice, political science, data analytics, or a closely related field may substitute for up to four (4) years of the required experience.

• Professional experience must demonstrate competency in regulatory compliance, data analysis, reporting, or policy-related work.
  

Appropriate education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis, but professional experience in regulatory compliance or policy analysis must still be clearly demonstrated .

• The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
• Experience with liquor and/or tobacco regulatory compliance, licensing, or enforcement.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools and reporting systems.
• Experience preparing and interpreting fiscal notes or policy impact assessments.
• Background in developing and delivering training, technical guidance, or process improvements.
• Knowledge of legislative or rulemaking processes within a regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile financial or revenue reports with accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex data clearly to diverse audiences.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license (at the time of application.)
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Candidate may be required to pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen.
• Travel is required as needed.

Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence. 

As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. 

To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who: 

• Have an assigned State fleet vehicle

• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position

• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. 

• Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

• Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter 

• List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment. 

• Information must be accurate, including dates of employment.  If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.

• The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email.  Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

Appeal Rights: (Updated)

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Other Qualifications

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox,[email protected].

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If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application(Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to [email protected] by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.

Methods of Appointment:

Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. 

Step Pay Program:

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.