LCB Enforcement Officer 2 (Lateral) - Statewide id-8192

May 8, 2025

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WSLCB Vision Safe communities for Washington State Mission Promote public safety, public health, and trust through fair administration and enforcement of liquor, tobacco, cannabis and vapor laws.

This position has an essential function of in person interaction with others.

WSLCB Law Enforcement Officers may be able to retire at the age of 60 (typically the retirement age for most other state positions is 65) if they meet the eligibility requirements.

Who we are

The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance.

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The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is accepting applications for permanent LCB Enforcement Officer 2's (LEO2). The Enforcement and Education Division is headquartered in Olympia and has four regional offices in Tacoma, Federal Way, Mount Vernon, and Spokane.

The Enforcement Division works with approximately 13,000 liquor and cannabis licensees and their employees by providing education and counseling on liquor & cannabis licensing laws and regulations.

LCB Enforcement Officers inspect premises, investigate complaints, and conduct compliance checks. At times they may take administrative and criminal action against licensees, employees, and the public who violate state liquor, tobacco and cannabis laws.

The WSLCB Enforcement and Education division is committed to integrity, honesty, dedication, a commitment to serve, and public trust.

Officers are responsible for enforcing state liquor, cannabis, tobacco and vapor product laws and regulation to promote public safety, while providing education to licensees, communities, and local law enforcement agencies.

WSLCB Law Enforcement Officers carry out their duties with the highest standards of personal and professional ethics.

WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including: A comprehensive benefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)

Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis - all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)

Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee’s career development with the WSLCB)

raining and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)

Employee Assistance Program - confidential program created to promote the health, safety and well-being of public service employees

Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)Free parking

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Under a limited law enforcement commission, our LCB Enforcement Officers enforce state liquor, tobacco and cannabis laws and regulations through citations, arrests, and administrative actions applicable to retailers, non-retailers, liquor, tobacco and cannabis employees, and underage violators within an assigned geographic area. The area may include about 250 or more liquor licensed businesses and about 150 or more tobacco licensees. Acts independently and exercises broad discretionary authority in criminal and administrative law enforcement. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Initiate investigations of violations of Title 66 RCW, Title 70.155 RCW and Title 82 RCW.

Investigates complaints from citizens and police and coordinates investigations with other criminal justice agencies.

Undercover investigations. Makes misdemeanor arrests, issues notices of infraction, files administrative actions, and testifies in court or at hearings.

Establish and maintain effective relationships with members of the public, law enforcement agencies, and local businesses.

Coordinates liquor investigators, under age operatives for undercover assignments.

Prepare and conduct formal training for groups of ten or more.

Conduct financial investigations (tax evasion/compliance, background, licensing, credit worthiness, embezzlement, money laundering etc.).May participate in vehicles stops and felony arrests for tobacco tax enforcement.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

The hiring process begins at Public Safety Testing. To begin the application process, you must first apply online through the Public Safety Testing website.

Do not apply directly to careers.wa.gov until you are directed to do so.

The WSLCB hiring process will consist of the following five steps:

Step 1. Apply online to the Public Safety Testing website

Step 2. Complete the written test conducted by Public Safety

Step 3. Complete an online application through careers.wa.gov.

Step 4. Attend a Panel interview

Step 5. Pass a Background Investigation

Step 6. Pass a Polygraph exam, Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Drug test All Step 1 applicants will need to complete the Personal History Statement (PHS) immediately after completing your initial test. Once you have completed your initial test and PHS through Public Safety Testing, your name, score, and applicant profile will be reviewed by WSLCB.

Following the completion of your PHS, the next step in the process is completing an online application through careers.wa.gov. At this step, you will be directed when to complete and submit your online application via careers.wa.gov.

STEP 2 Instructions: Once you are directed to do so, you must submit the following through careers.wa.gov website, failure to do so will result in your application not considered. Completed online application and supplemental questionnaire. Current resume.

Cover letter detailing your experience and why you are interested in working for WSLCB

Copy of your certificate from the Criminal Justice Training Commission 720-hour Basic Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent.

After successful completion of the hiring process, the candidate will begin either a twelve (12) month of probationary or 6 month trial service depending on status at time of hire. At that time, officers will be required to complete additional training, per their individual performance Field Training Officer plan and/or performance development plan.

Other Applicants for employment with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board should also be aware of RCW 66.08.080, which states in part: "No employee of the board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the manufacture of liquor sold under this title, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of liquor, other than the salary or wages payable to him in respect of his office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with such business.

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