COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, the compliance officer is empowered by the Director to review and follow up on criminal and administrative violations of A.R.S. Title IV conducted by special agents and other law enforcement agencies, and recommend to the Director the imposition of appropriate civil penalties.

Duties

• Determine during case review those eligible for reduction of penalties based on the first time offence criteria; compose compliance letters to Licensees advising of the alleged violation(s). Draft “Warning or Dismissal” letters to Licensees when warranted

• Schedule and conduct settlement meetings with the Licensees or Attorneys; Make contact with Licensees when penalty obligations are not being completed; assist Licensees in submission of documents to DLLC mandated by consent agreements

• Conduct follow up interviews to clarify cases with Licensees, Complainants, DLLC/Investigators, Police Departments, City or County Divisions, or Witnesses

• Attend weekly staff meetings to review final dispositions of case settlements for approval by the Director

• Review cases submitted by Investigations Division for content and viability of charges

Salary

• $59,000

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Advanced understanding of the Arizona Revised Statutes, with particular emphasis on Titles 4 and 13

• Thorough knowledge of the Arizona Administrative Code, with particular emphasis on Title 19

• Basic understanding of liquor license types and regulation

• Basic understanding of law enforcement and investigatory procedures

Skills:

• Using computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Gmail, and Google Meets)

• Performing detailed analysis and making recommendations

• Oral and written communication

Ability:

• Interpret and accurately explain state laws, policies, and administrative regulations to others

• Work in a dynamic team environment and across organizations as well as independently

• Adapt and be responsive to multiple/ changing goals and priorities

• Work under pressure to meet work product timelines

• Produce clear and concise documents and reports

• Prior experience as a sworn peace officer is preferred but not required

• Travel may be required for State business

• Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

• Position requires a criminal background (fingerprint) check in accordance with A.A.C. R2-5A-303

Other Information

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov for assistance

Benefits

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

• Health and dental insurance

• Retirement plan

• Sick leave

• Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment