COMPLIANCE/ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR 2

Posting number: 2026-03256

Department: CANNABIS COMPLIANCE BOARD

Job classification: COMPLIANCE/ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR 2

Posting type: Open Competitive

Categories: Law Enforcement, Investigative

SummaryThe Cannabis Compliance Board is seeking to fill a vacant position for Compliance/Enforcement Investigator 2 in Carson City. Compliance Enforcement Investigators perform investigative and law enforcement activities for the Cannabis Compliance Board. This position will conduct investigations which includes scheduling interviews, preparing necessary correspondence, interpreting complex situations, evaluating evidence, and fact finding. Compliance Enforcement Investigators obtain and execute legal documents such as arrest warrants, search warrants, subpoenas, and criminal complaints to continue the criminal justice process for any subsequent criminal prosecution. Incumbent must maintain Nevada POST Category 2 certification as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents carry firearms in the performance of their duties and must maintain a quarterly qualifying score of 70 or better with a firearm. Incumbents may be required to operate an authorized emergency vehicle. Applicants for the Compliance/Enforcement Investigator II class must meet minimum standards for appointment as a peace officer as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code.

Compliance/Enforcement Investigators perform investigative and enforcement functions to monitor compliance and enforce State and/or federal laws or regulations pertaining to a specific program or regulatory area. Incumbents are sworn peace officers who have Category 2 police powers for the enforcement of the provisions of the Nevada Revised Statutes relating to their specific program area and any observed criminal activity. The investigative/enforcement process is initiated following a formal complaint, suspected violation or while conducting routine patrol, inspections, or surveillance activities utilizing standard investigative and enforcement techniques.

Examples of dutiesBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, police science, psychology, business administration or closely related field and one year of professional investigative, law enforcement, or program related experience where standard investigative and enforcement techniques were utilized to make program compliance determinations, enforcement of state and federal laws, preparation of detailed reports for the purpose of justifying administrative sanctions, penalties or criminal prosecution. Work experience may be obtained in a law enforcement, investigative, regulatory or comparable setting; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of professional experience as outlined above; OR one year of experience as a Compliance/Enforcement Investigator I in Nevada State service.

QualificationsReceive and review formal complaints and make determinations regarding possible regulatory violations, criminal activity and jurisdiction within a specified program area; gather and analyze background information and facts pertaining to the complaint.

Conduct routine patrol to detect violations of State and federal laws and regulations; initiate enforcement actions such as verbal or written warnings, issuing citations, arrest, mechanical repair orders, and/or placing vehicle out-of-service pending repairs, consistent with appropriate laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Conduct interviews with complainants, witnesses, employers, suspects, State and local governmental agencies and other sources to obtain information regarding violations or noncompliance; develop leads and facts pertaining to the case to prove a violation or criminal activity exists.

Develop case files and maintain case logs and reports; place evidence in case file along with chronological documentation regarding investigative steps taken and all contact made with complainant, respondent, witnesses and other sources; develop final case reports for criminal prosecution as appropriate.

Gather evidence such as photographs, witnesses’ statements, business records, sales transactions, receipts, personnel files, vehicle registration and/or maintenance records, criminal history files, and other pertinent records or documents to develop trends, patterns and to support complaint or enforcement actions. Testify as a witness in Administrative and/or Criminal court.

Perform surveillance and/or covert activities by visually observing and recording information, taking photographs, and/or requesting services to gather facts, evidence or develop leads.

Conduct background investigations on individuals by gathering information regarding personal and criminal history, business activities, previous and current complaints or program violations; review business records, personnel records, vehicle records, required licenses, certificates, insurance, and other related documents; prepare reports and make recommendations based on State or federal program laws or regulations.

Prepare various reports such as daily activity summaries, criminal/incident investigations, arrest reports, and inspection reports.

Perform inspections of vehicles, drivers, and business operations to ensure compliance with State and federal laws and regulations; conduct inspections visually and/or with the use of hand tools or other methods to determine compliance or extent of violation and take appropriate enforcement actions.

Obtain and execute legal documents such as arrest warrants, search warrants, subpoenas, and criminal complaints to continue the criminal justice process for any subsequent criminal prosecution.

Perform general police work as a secondary role to include enforcement of traffic and criminal laws and, as necessary, initiate appropriate legal action on observed violations.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Supplemental informationThis class specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: program laws and regulations; State and federal laws pertaining to the program area and appropriate enforcement actions; investigative principles and accepted practices; office procedures, methods and equipment; criminal law to include court procedures, laws of arrest, rules of evidence, search and seizure, confiscation of stolen property, and the legal rights of citizens; the use of force; the appropriate use and care of equipment such as firearms, handcuffs, radios, and patrol vehicle; interviewing and interrogation techniques; current principles and practices of criminal investigations, legal framework of the law, and court procedures. 

Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members; discuss and explain program regulations to persons of various backgrounds; secure facts by personal contact, observation and checking of records; interpret pertinent laws and regulations for compliance; maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility; follow oral and written instructions; complete required forms and documents; review and analyze complaints for possible program or statutory violations; interview complainants, investigate complaints and correspond with complainants and company representative.

Recruiter Contact Information: Sonja Grass - SonjaGrass@admin.nv.gov