Criminal Investigator III

Salary : $6,176.00 - $7,150.00 Monthly
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: KAA 9557 Crim Invest III 10.26
Department: Department of Labor and Employment
Division: Division of Family and Medical Leave Insurance
Opening Date: 10/28/2026
Closing Date: 11/5/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 707 17th St, Denver, CO 80202, USA
Department Contact Information:
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Information
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.

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.
Description of Job

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.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
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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 required certifications as needed for the position (None)

Or
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, certification, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.

Any required certifications as needed for the position. (None)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Any Law Enforcement, or Fraud related certifications
• Demonstrated experience conducting fraud/ criminal investigations in a public benefit program
• Demonstrated ability to testify in regulatory , administrative or criminal hearings
• Experience performing similar duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.

Required Competencies:

• Integrity
• Attention to detail
• Collaboration
• Flexibility
• Self-motivated/self-motivation
• Critical thinking
• Organization
• Active listening
• Ability to write clear, concise, and thorough reports
• Prior investigative experience
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Decision making
• Problem-solving
• Information management
• Deductive reasoning
• Research skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a current Colorado resident at the time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process

Appeal Rights:
As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at .

Supplemental Information
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact :

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. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
Work Visas

CDLE does not sponsor Work Visas of any type.
Applicant Use Of AI

The use of AI tools to aid in preparing application materials is allowed under the condition that the applicant independently verifies and confirms the information's accuracy before submission. Applicants are fully accountable for the content of their submissions and must ensure the safe and ethical use of any AI tools. Furthermore, active and direct participation in the interview process is required.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND/OR FUTURE VACANCIES