Compliance Investigator I: DORA/Colorado Division of Real Estate

Compliance Investigator I: DORA/Colorado Division of Real Estate

Salary

$4,955.00 - $6,440.00 Monthly

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

SIA-7742-08/26

Department

Department of Regulatory Agencies

Division

Division of Real Estate

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

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Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

1560 Broadway Denver, CO 80202

Department Contact Information

Addison Dittrich: addison.dittrich@state.co.us

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Hiring Pay Rate

The salary range posted for this position is $59,460 - $77,280 annually ($4,955.00 - $6,440.00 monthly); although a salary range is listed, hiring salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidates qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

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.

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Department Information

Hybrid Workplace Arrangement:

Although this position will be designated under the department's hybrid workplace program, it will still be required to report to the department office on a scheduled basis and at the discretion of the supervisor, based on business need.

The salary range posted for this position is $4,955 - $6,440/monthly; although a salary range is listed, hiring salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidates qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is dedicated to preserving the integrity of the marketplace and is committed to promoting a fair and competitive business environment in Colorado.

Consumer protection is our mission.

DORA values and promotes diversity, supporting a workplace that is inclusive of people from different backgrounds and experiences; creating an environment that is reflective of our communities; promoting positive relationships; and putting forth unique perspectives to fulfill our mission.

• Employer-sponsored RTD EcoPass, with offices located at Civic Center Plaza, above the RTD Civic Center station and just a few blocks from RTD light rail.

• Extensive work-life programs such as flexible schedules, training and professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects, and more!

• Employee wellness programs, including the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP), which provides free, confidential counseling services.

• Bike-to-work programs, including access to storage lockers and bike racks.

• Flexible retirement benefits, including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.

• Medical and Dental Health Insurance for employees and optional coverage for their dependents.

• Life Insurance for employees, and optional coverage for their dependents.

• Paid Time Off, including 11 paid holidays.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Tuition assistance program.

Check out our excellent benefits package!

Description of Job

The Division of Real Estate exists to protect consumers through licensing, regulation, and enforcement of the provisions of the state licensing statutes and board and commission rules pertaining to appraisal managements, homeowners associations, real estate brokers, real estate appraisers, mortgage loan originators and mortgage companies, and subdivision developers.

Position: SIA 7742

This position exists to maintain compliance with license laws and board and commission rules from all real estate brokers and mortgage loan originators in the areas of licensing, continuing education, criminal charges, pleas and convictions, advertising, and overall practice. The position plans and completes investigations into complaints received from the public, including investigations into alleged unlicensed real estate activities. The position provides guidance, interpretations and recommendations to brokers, mortgage loan originators, the general public and other law enforcement entities in those specific areas covering license laws.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and conducting investigations of non-compliance with statutes, rules, and regulations concerning improper advertising; failure to comply with continuing education requirements; submission of fraudulent applications for licensure; conducting real estate activities without licensure; criminal charges, pleas and convictions; and real estate broker/mortgage loan originator practice violations by licensees;
• Collaborating with the team lead to determine the appropriate scope of an investigation, such as which parties to interview and what documentation to review;
• Preparing complete, concise and accurate reports which present investigative results and documentation in an objective manner that can easily be understood by a variety of stakeholders;
• Presenting investigative findings to the investigations manager or the applicable board or commission in a thorough and carefully articulated manner;
• Testifying at hearings when necessary regarding investigations conducted, including providing investigative support to the Office of the Attorney General in order to help them develop and present their case at hearing.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (MQs):

There are two ways to qualify for this position: 1) Experience OR 2) A Combination of Education and Experience.

Option 1: Experience

• Five (5) years of professional* experience in the real estate industry, either in real estate brokerage, property management, title and escrow operations, or mortgage lending;
• The five (5) years must include managing real estate transactions, forms, contracts, deeds, and disclosures.

Option 2: A Combination of Education AND Experience

Associate's Degree and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a associates degree in criminology, criminal justice, political science, law, psychology, sociology, economics, business, or a closely related field; AND
• Three (3) years of professional* experience in the real estate industry, either in real estate brokerage, property management, title and escrow operations, or mortgage lending;
• The three (3) years must include managing real estate transactions, forms, contracts, deeds, and disclosures.

OR

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in criminology, criminal justice, political science, law, psychology, sociology, economics, business, or a closely related field; AND
• One (1) year of professional* experience in the real estate industry, either in real estate brokerage, property management, title and escrow operations, or mortgage lending;
• The one (1) year must include managing real estate transactions, forms, contracts, deeds, and disclosures.

Document this experience in your application IN DETAIL, as your experience will not be inferred or assumed. Part time experience will be prorated.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

• A combination of professional* work experience as described above, which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis;
• A masters or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study related to the work assignment may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
• Professional work involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment and personal accountability and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is: uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelors or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods.

Preferred Qualifications/Competencies:

• An advanced degree in criminology, criminal justice, political science, law, psychology, sociology, economics, business, or a closely related field;
• Over ten (10) years of real estate brokerage industry experience;
• Experience with real estate industry-specific auditing, investigations or compliance work;
• Investigative experience, including gathering and interpreting evidence and relevant facts from complex cases, interviewing witnesses, applying applicable laws, caseload management and investigative report writing;
• Compliance experience, including determining compliance with laws quality control and it relates to monitoring transactions, auditing files and enforcing laws and rules, and investigating files for compliance with laws;
• Experience testifying as an expert witness;
• Experience managing a heavy complaint and/or investigative caseload;
• Experience applying generally accepted standards of practice directly related to any of the areas regulated by the Division of Real Estate.

Required Competencies: The following knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics are required competencies and may be considered during the selection process (including examination and/or interview):

• Demonstrated communication skills (oral and written);
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills;
• Demonstrated attention to detail;
• Ability to conduct research and gather pertinent information;
• Ability to handle sensitive and/or highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner, and in accordance with state and federal laws;
• Accountability for work product and attendance;
• Ability to accept and apply constructive criticism, and take ownership of mistakes and improve from them;
• Ability to read, understand, and apply rules, policies, and statutes to ensure compliance, as well as to explain them to various stakeholders;
• Caseload management skills, including the ability to manage complaints;
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills;
• Focused and demonstrated understanding of quality customer service, including the ability to work diplomatically with difficult customers;
• Time management, including the ability to meet strict deadlines;
• Comfortable demonstrating expertise in front of authorities;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative team;
• Creativity and flexibility, with an ability to adapt to new changes;
• Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by workplace principles, practices and behaviors as internally identified and defined by the division;
• Professional demeanor;
• Proficiency in the use of PC software applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), Google Suite (Doc's, Sheets, etc.) well as the use of databases.

Conditions of Employment: Candidates who fail to meet the conditions of employment will be removed from consideration.

• The successful passing of a reference check and/or, if required, a background check.
• A reference check may include but is not limited to: contacting previous and current supervisors to verify employment and discuss performance, a review of the personnel file, a review of the performance record, etc.
• The type of background check depends on the job duties of the position, and can include a review of any criminal record, credit report, and/or driving record.

Supplemental Information

PLEASE READ - Required Application Materials

Interested individuals must submit the following online:

1. A completed State of Colorado Application (log-in to your current NeoGov account or create a NeoGov account to complete the online application). Note: Incomplete applications, including incomplete work history sections or "see résumé," "see attachment," or "see addendum" statements, will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.

2. A current email address on your application, as all communication pertaining to this position will be conducted via email. Please set up your email to accept messages from info@governmentjobs.com and @state.co.us addresses, and check your email often. Note: The department cannot guarantee the successful delivery of email, including incorrect filtering into junk mail folders.

3. A detailed cover letter, explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this.

Comparative Analysis Process: Structured Application Review

Part of, if not the entire, comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials; Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application and cover letter, you describe the extent to which you possess the education, experience, and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the required and/or preferred qualifications/competencies. You are also encouraged to attach additional documents to that effect. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your score and prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.

Veterans Preference: Candidates who wish to assert Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 to their application. Failure to do so will result in being denied Veterans Preference.

PLEASE NOTE: Former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through competitive examination of merit and fitness. Failure to include the required information, failure to follow instructions, and/or failure to submit materials by the application deadline may result in your application not being considered for the position and may affect your score or inclusion in the final pool of qualified candidates.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

DORA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable

accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the

employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, at dora_adacoordinator@state.co.us.

APPEAL RIGHTS: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand-delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department's action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agencys contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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DORA Q1: Please provide your Social Security Number. NOTE: This information will be kept strictly confidential and is only accessible to Human Resources Personnel.

02

DORA Q2: Are you a current or previous State of Colorado employee? Enter "yes" or "no" in the space provided. If "yes", enter 1) the State agency name, 2) dates of employment, and 3) your official classification title.

03

DORA Q3: If you are a current or former State of Colorado classified employee, have you ever been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation)? NOTE: Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application. Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.

• N/A - I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.
• YES, I have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation).
• NO, I have NEVER been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-6, Automatic Resignation).

04

DORA Q4: Current or Former Classified Employees: Are you a transfer, non-disciplinary (voluntary) demotion, or reinstatement applicant?

• Yes
• No
• N/A - I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.

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DORA Q5: VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE: If you are not eligible for/seeking Veterans Preference, please skip down to the bottom and select option "N/A". REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Candidates who wish to assert Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD214 reflecting dates of service, type of discharge, and, if appropriate, a campaign badge or service medal. If information regarding a campaign badge or service medal is necessary to award preference points and is not reflected on the DD214, other documents reflecting the grade or medal must be provided. Other types of documentation may be required for ten point preference. Note 1: For a complete list of service dates and campaigns used in awarding preference points visit: http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vgmedal2.htm Note 2: Medal holders and Gulf War veterans who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980, or entered active duty on or after October 14, 1982, without having previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty; must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. Note 3: Effective October 1, 1980, military retirees at or above the rank of major or equivalent, are not entitled to preference unless they qualify as disabled veterans. Reservists who are retired from the Reserves but are not receiving retirement pay are not considered "retired military" for purposes of veterans preference. REMINDER: Proof of eligibility must be provided before points are allowed. Please attach documentation to your application. If you have not done so, please go back and do so now. Veterans Preference points WILL NOT be applied without the appropriate documentation. PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:

• N/A - I am not eligible for/seeking Veterans Preference.
• A) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: During any war declared by Congress
• B) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: During the period April 28, 1952, through July 1, 1955;
• C) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: For more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976;
• D) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: During the Gulf War period beginning August 2, 1990, and ending January 2, 1992;
• E) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: For more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or by law as the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or,
• F) I was honorably separated (this means an honorable or general discharge) and I served on active duty (excluding active duty for training) in the Armed Forces: In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal has been authorized*, such as El Salvador, Lebanon, Granada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti.
• G) I have served on active duty in the Armed Forces at any time and have a present service connected disability or are receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension from the military or the Department of Veterans Affairs; or
• H) I am a Purple Heart recipient;
• I) I am the spouse of a veteran unable to work because of a service-connected disability;
• J) I am the unmarried widow/widower of certain deceased veterans; and
• K) I am the mother of a veteran who died in service or who is permanently and totally disabled.

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DORA Q6: Part of the required application materials includes a detailed cover letter, explaining how you meet the required competencies and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make you a good fit for this position; you may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this. Q: Have you included this cover letter as an attachment to your application? (If not, you may go back and do so now). Yes, I have attached the required cover letter explaining how I meet the required competencies and how my accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc. make me a good fit for this position; I may also attach additional documents that demonstrate this. No, I have not attached the required cover letter to my application. Note: I understand that failure to include this information and follow instructions may prevent me from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.

• Yes
• No

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DORA Q7: Do you currently possess an associates or bachelors degree in criminology, criminal justice, political science, law, psychology, sociology, economics, business, or a closely related field? If yes, list the type of degree in the space provided.

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DORA Q8: Please explain in detail how you meet the following minimum qualifications: Five (5) years of professional* experience in the real estate industry, either in real estate brokerage, property management, title and escrow operations, or mortgage lending; • The five (5) years must include managing real estate transactions, forms, contracts, deeds, and disclosures. If you answered yes to DORA Q7 with a completed associates degree, the experience requirement is three (3) years. If you answered yes to DORA Q7 with a completed bachelors degree, the experience requirement is one (1) year.

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DORA Q9: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: An advanced degree in criminology, criminal justice, political science, law, psychology, sociology, economics, business, or a closely related field.

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DORA Q10: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Over ten (10) years of real estate brokerage industry experience.

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DORA Q11: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Experience with real estate industry-specific auditing, investigations or compliance work.

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DORA Q12: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Investigative experience, including gathering and interpreting evidence and relevant facts from complex cases, interviewing witnesses, applying applicable laws, caseload management and investigative report writing.

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DORA Q13: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Compliance experience, including determining compliance with laws quality control and it relates to monitoring transactions, auditing files and enforcing laws and rules, and investigating files for compliance with laws.

14

DORA Q14: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Experience testifying as an expert witness.

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DORA Q15: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Experience managing a heavy complaint and/or investigative caseload.

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DORA Q16: Clearly describe and provide examples of how you meet the following preferred qualification: Experience applying generally accepted standards of practice directly related to any of the areas regulated by the Division of Real Estate.

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DORA Q17: The salary range posted for this position is $59,460 - $77,280 annually ($4,955.00 - $6,440.00 Monthly); while appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum, the salary will be set based on the qualifications of the candidate appointed and relevant factors. Please share your salary expectations below.

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DORA Q18: If you move forward in this process and are selected for this position, what is the earliest date that you would be able to start?

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