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Special Prosecutions Investigator (Special Agent III)Details

Section: Criminal Justice Position Number: LAA-00127 Salary Range: $98,328.00 -$118,008.00 Yearly Apply By: Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 11:59 pm FLSA: Exempt

Work Unit: Special Prosecutions Job Location: 1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203 Release Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 Employment Type: Full-Time Position Type: Classified

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This position is subject to the Hiring Freeze as outlined in Executive Order D 2025 009. The selected finalist will have a start date after January 1, 2026. Candidates should be aware that while an offer may be extended, their employment will not commence prior to that date.

The Criminal Justice Section is seeking an experienced investigator to join the Special Prosecutions Unit. In this role, you’ll investigate allegations of criminal activity to ascertain if Colorado or federal law was violated and you’ll manage complex, multi-jurisdictional matters, including violations of the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act (COCCA). You will be a teacher, a coach, and a leader. You will enjoy a positive work-life balance and will have a valuable impact on the community we all serve!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This position investigates allegations of criminal activity to ascertain if Colorado or federal law was violated. This position will be tasked to investigate a wide variety of complex case types that require a vast array of training and experience in felony level criminal matters. This position will be required to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional matters, including violations of the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act (COCCA). Additionally, this position will investigate matters involving drug-related crimes, election crimes, fraud, homicide, human trafficking, identity theft, public corruption related offenses, state tax fraud, and other crimes appropriate for investigation and prosecution by the Special Prosecutions Unit. As such, this position has the authority to partner with and assist any law enforcement agency with investigations and enforcement of laws related to all crimes originating in any jurisdiction within the state of Colorado. This position will conduct full-service criminal investigations that include independent verification of allegations through interviews and gathering evidence. This position will also be responsible for providing investigative and logistical assistance to federal, state and local agencies; assist the State Grand Jury with its function(s) and responsibilities; provide a specialized level of expertise to other law enforcement and regulatory professionals; provide instructional services, technical advice, and training to other governmental and/or professional audiences. This position will work regularly with several prosecuting agencies as well as law enforcement at the federal, state, and local level in a cooperative and collective manner. This position will also serve as a liaison between and amongst federal, state and local law enforcement entities on any criminal matters that impact or affect the State of Colorado. This position will assist other parts of the Special Prosecutions Unit and Criminal Justice Section as needed.

This recruitment may also be used to fill other Special Agent positions in the Special Prosecutions Unit.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORMinimum Qualifications:

Please document all relevant experience in detail on your application. Experience will not be inferred or assumed. Any part-time experience listed will be prorated.

Six years of professional investigative experience as a fulltime sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator at the felony level for a government law enforcement agency as the main function of your job. Experience must include filing felony level criminal cases in a criminal court as the lead investigator.

OR

A combination of directly related education (such as Criminal Justice, Psychology, or Sociology) and professional investigative experience as a fulltime sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator at the felony level for a government law enforcement agency as the main function of your job equal to six (6) years. Experience must include filing felony level criminal cases in a criminal court as the lead investigator.

Experience must be as a sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator as the main function of the job. Experience such as patrol work or other experience that only include investigations as an ancillary component of the job will not meet the minimum qualifications.

Note: Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution, such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree.

Required Competencies:

• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines;
• Demonstrated work experience managing or leading large-scale or complex investigations;
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate concisely and effectively;
• Customer service and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on a team;
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Acted as the lead investigator on a minimum of 50 felony level cases;
• Investigative experience in complex investigations that could include, but is not limited to, violations of the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act (COCCA), fraud investigations, homicides, or human trafficking;
• Certified Fraud Examiner credentials from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners;
• Undergraduate or graduate schoolwork in accounting, finance, or criminology (please include a copy of your transcript);
• Previous experience training law enforcement personnel;
• Ability to interpret and translate Spanish.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
• Candidates must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified at the time of application. In accordance with C.R.S. §24-31-303 (5)(a) and (b), applicants must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified, including the requirement of completing a physical and psychological evaluation (if it has been more than three years since a physical and psychological evaluation has been conducted). Following a conditional job offer, but prior to appointment, a candidate not meeting the requirement of C.R.S. §24-31-303(5)(b) will be subject to a physical and psychological evaluation to determine fitness to serve as a peace officer. Must be proficient with a handgun. Must be available, sometimes on short notice, to travel within and outside the State of Colorado. Must be available to work nights and/or weekends when necessary to conduct fast-paced investigations, execute search warrants, or prepare for trial. Applicants must pass a thorough criminal and personal background check, including a review of the personnel file from prior employment.
• This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement, working both remotely and in office. Flexible work arrangements for the Special Prosecutions Unit requires that the successful candidate works in the office 3 days per week and may offer the possibility for additional flexibility after a successful training period.
• Position may be required to work outside of regular business hours, including possible early mornings, evenings, weekend, and overnight assignments. Position must have a valid CO driver’s license.
• Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.