Special Investigations Unit Agent - Arlington, Austin, El Paso, San Antonio
TABC
·1 week ago
- Salary
- $7k – $8k/mo
- Location
- Statewide, TX, TX, US
- Experience
- 21+ years
- Education
- High School
- Clearance
- Required
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: |
Performs investigative and enforcement work according to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code (Code) specializing in special investigations. Work involves inspecting, investigating, and regulating the alcoholic beverage industry by enforcing the Code and other state and federal laws. Conducts long -term investigations, perform undercover or surveillance work, prepares and executes search warrants. Ability to work with or be assigned to local, State, or Federal task forces. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. |
30% | Enforces provisions of the Code, the Texas Penal Code, and other applicable statutes; and may be required to interpret and provide information on Texas laws, rules, and regulations relating to the alcohol industry, as well as those concerning the welfare and safety of the general public.
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30% | Conducts independent alcohol connected investigations of criminal and administrative violations committed on or about premises by licensees, their agents or employees, and members of the public.
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20% | Prepares reports of investigations; files administrative and criminal cases for prosecution with the appropriate authorities; and maintains records of investigative cases in the secure systems designated for maintenance of such information. |
10% | Assists in the prosecution of cases filed by collecting, documenting, and evaluating evidence to formulate defensible investigative conclusions, and testifies in court and in other official proceedings. |
10% | May present training or teach awareness programs. May provide guidance to others.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: |
Education: Graduation from high school or its equivalent (GED). AND Experience: Must have at least four (4) years’ full-time law enforcement experience, including experience in criminal investigations. Preferred Qualifications:
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REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Knowledge
Skills
Abilities
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS: |
All TABC certified peace officers are required to comply with the physical standards annually as a condition of their employment (Texas Government Code, Chapter 614, Subchapter J, section 614.172).
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Physical Readiness Test
- Selected qualified candidates for this position must complete and pass the physical readiness test during the application process to be considered for employment. The physical readiness test consists of a Concept II Rower Test (2,000 meters at a resistance setting of 5 within 11 minutes and 50 seconds).
Written Exam
- An entry level test for law enforcement will be required. A study guide is available for purchase at the link below. Scroll down to Applicant Price: $15 each and add to cart.
Personal History Statement: Qualified candidates who are selected for interview with TABC will be required to submit their complete Personal History Statement through Vetted. All documents listed below must be submitted with your Personal History Statement. Incomplete documents or personal history statement may delay the background investigation.
Conditions of Employment
- If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you must satisfy these conditions prior to your hire date:
- Satisfactory Completion of L2 - Licensee Medical Condition Declaration
- Satisfactory Completion of L3 - Licensee Psychological and Emotional Health Declaration
- Employment is contingent upon completing an electronic fingerprint and passing the criminal history check. Selected finalists are responsible for the incurred costs.
- New Agents must successfully complete the TABC New Agent School and Field Training Officer (FTO) Program.
Salary Rates
- The pay scale for the Agent position is grouped into six (6) step adjustments with salary increases scheduled every four (4) years of service with TABC. For more information on Salary Schedule C and the associated pay groups and step adjustment salary rates, visit https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/Schedule?scheduleType=2025C.
COMMISSIONED PEACE OFFICER (CPO) REINSTATEMENTS
In accordance with TABC’s Commissioned Peace Officer (CPO) Reinstatement HRD 1.4.2 Procedure, an eligible applicant who has honorably retired or resigned in good standing from the TABC Enforcement Division may be reinstated through an abbreviated hiring process and field training officer program. Following are the applicant eligibility requirements for reinstatement. You may email [email protected] with any questions.
- Previously employed as a CPO in the Enforcement Division.
- Maintains a valid Texas Peace Officer license with all training requirements current.
- The most recent separation date from TABC does not exceed one year from the date the application for employment is received. If the length of separation exceeds one year, the applicant must go through the standard hiring process.
- Must have voluntarily separated from TABC. The separation code in the payroll system cannot be dismissal for cause or resignation in lieu of involuntary separation.
- Honorably retired from TABC, if applicable.
- The three most recent performance evaluation forms must have performance ratings of meeting or exceeding all standards.
- Written recommendations from the applicant’s previous chain of command to include immediate and second-level supervisors.
- Must be able to pass the TABC Physical Readiness Test.
- May be subject to completing medical and psychological testing, at the expense of the applicant, prior to the effective date of reinstatement.
- Must successfully pass an in-depth background investigation in accordance with law.