Liquor Licensing Inspector

Opening Date: September 9, 2024

Closing Date:  September 23, 2024

Job Class Code: 7267
Grade: 25
Salary: $54,412.80 – $76,315.20/Annually 
Position Number: 065007409

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position’s district covers Knox and Waldo Counties. Preference will be given to applicants living in the district.

This is investigative and protective services work inspecting and licensing retail liquor stores, restaurants, and clubs throughout the state in accordance with statutory requirements. Responsibilities include reviewing funds, charges, inventory, taxes, and accounts of liquor businesses, facilities, and suppliers; and inspecting and identifying potential and/or current liquor operations, facilities, and providers for licensing purposes. Work is performed under limited supervision.

TYPICAL DUTIES (may or may not be assigned all duties listed):

• Inspects, re-inspects, analyzes, and files written reports on a timely basis for liquor facilities and places of business in order to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Analyzes and evaluates applicant and facility information in order to recommend appropriate class of liquor licensing, renewal, or denial.
• Advises applicants of basis for liquor license denial in order to discuss possible corrective action and explain appeal rights and procedures.
• Explains liquor licensing program policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations in order to provide information to potential applicants, licensees, public officials, and private groups.
• Reviews and investigates complaints in order to determine validity, circumstances, and corrective action necessary.
• Inspects and verifies financial records including ledgers, journals, databases, inventory, tax assessments and related reports in order to determine accuracy of information and ensure compliance with licensing rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Coordinates licensing reviews and inspections with law enforcement officials in order to assist law enforcement in the investigation of administrative, criminal, or unlawful liquor infractions.
• Gathers and summarizes information from on-site inspections and reviews in order to prepare necessary reports for licensing programs.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED (These are required to successfully perform the work assigned).

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations relating to liquor licensing and inspection.
• Knowledge of accounting and record keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of the liquor license classifications.
• Knowledge of the methods of controlling the sale of alcoholic beverages through licensing and inspection activities.
• Ability to independently plan and organize work.
• Ability to facilitate and maintain the cooperation of the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to interpret and explain provisions of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Ability to conduct inspections and reviews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, but are not limited to the following coursework/training and/or experience).

Intermediate education, training, and/or experience directly related to inspecting and/or auditing.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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