Alcohol & Tobacco Police Officer III

Job Description

Alcohol & Tobacco Police Officer III

Recruitment #101926-UBBA03-450400

Opening Date

10/21/2026 12:00:00 AM

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59:00 PM

Type of Recruitment

Open Competitive

Salary

Yearly: $84,921.00

Salary Plan

G450

Pay Grade

11A

Shift Hours

8:00 am - 6:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 1:00 am, 4:30 pm - 2:30 am; Weekends/Holidays Required

Employment Type

Actual Vacancy

Employment Term

Regular

Agency

DSHS/Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement

Location(s)

17267 S DuPont Highway: (17267 S DuPont Highway, Harrington, DE, 19952)

Contact Name

DSHS Talent Acquisition

Contact Phone

302-739-5458

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Introduction

This
classification is a certified police officer responsible for conducting complex
criminal and civil investigations and enforcing liquor, marijuana, and criminal
statutes of the state. The incumbent
will operate primarily in plain clothes, at times in an undercover capacity,
perform inspections of liquor, tobacco, and marijuana establishments to ensure
compliance with applicable laws, and draft and execute search warrants and
arrest warrants. This position requires
excellent investigative and report-writing skills.

Summary Statement

This class
is responsible for conducting civil and criminal investigations including
complex investigations of on-going/premeditated violations, prosecuting cases
before court and Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement Commission, performing
inspections/inventories and enforcement of liquor establishments for compliance
with all applicable laws, rules and regulations governing the sale, storage,
transportation and distribution of alcoholic beverages and related criminal
statutes.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Ensures exhaustive follow-up investigation of all evidence, tips and sources of information.

Ensures appropriate inclusion and coordination between multiple agencies.

Conducts Statewide Beverage Server Training classes, administers tests and issues server identification cards.

Conducts civil and criminal investigations including complex investigations such as hidden ownership, three-tier system violations, etc.

Conducts sting operations.

Conducts inspections of liquor establishments and warehouse inventory audits.

Participates in overseeing/field training lower level agents. Provides input to Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement Field Supervisor on agent's performance.

Makes arrests, completes investigative and compliance reports to include crime reports that are submitted to the State Bureau of Identification; reports bay be used in court cases; prosecutes cases in court and before the Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement Commission.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Alcohol & Tobacco Police Officer III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of an active State of Delaware Council on Police Training Certificate or equivalent, OR eligibility for recertification per Delaware Administrative Code Title 1, Chapter 801, Section 8.0 Re-activation Requirements of Police Officers.
At least three years experience as a Certified Police Officer.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Three years experience in conducting investigations which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings.
Three years experience in ensuring compliance with alcohol and tobacco laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of staff training.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
A satisfactory fingerprint-based background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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Minimum Qualifications

Possession of an active State of Delaware Council on Police Training Certificate or equivalent, OR eligibility for recertification per Delaware Administrative Code Title 1, Chapter 801, Section 8.0 Re-activation Requirements of Police Officers. At least three years experience as a Certified Police Officer. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). Three years experience in conducting investigations which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings. Three years experience in ensuring compliance with alcohol and tobacco laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of staff training. Conditions of Hire Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms. A satisfactory fingerprint-based background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Requirements

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Alcohol & Tobacco Police Officer III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of an active State of Delaware Council on Police Training Certificate or equivalent, OR eligibility for recertification per Delaware Administrative Code Title 1, Chapter 801, Section 8.0 Re-activation Requirements of Police Officers.
At least three years experience as a Certified Police Officer.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Three years experience in conducting investigations which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings.
Three years experience in ensuring compliance with alcohol and tobacco laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of staff training.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
A satisfactory fingerprint-based background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

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