City and County of Denver
Business License Inspector Supervisor | Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
🇺🇸United States2 days ago
$63,679 – $105KMidFull Time
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
This position is expected to stay open until 11:59PM on Sunday, May 31. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Sunday, May 31 at 11:59 PM.
Please include a cover letter with your application materials to be considered for this role.
The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. The hiring range for this position is $63,679.00/year - $78,000/year, based on experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include, but are not limited to:
A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
457B Retirement Plan
140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
In this position you can expect to work on-site at the Webb Municipal Building in Denver, Colorado and in the field at Denver business establishments to perform investigation and enforcement work. This position may work occasional evenings and weekends, as necessary.
At the heart of Denver’s thriving business community, the City and County of Denver’s Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) plays a vital role in ensuring public safety and consumer confidence. We manage the issuance of over 120 types of business licenses, partnering with entrepreneurs and organizations to ensure compliance and support economic growth. Our dedicated team oversees license renewals, conducts public hearings, and enforces regulations through actions such as suspensions and revocations. DLCP also collects fees for new and renewed licenses, issues security alarm permits, and serves as the local authority for administering Colorado’s liquor and marijuana codes. Together, we help foster a fair, vibrant, and well-regulated business environment across the city.
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection is seeking a Business License Inspector Supervisor to support the department’s mission of protecting the public’s health, safety, and welfare by serving our community through the regulation of businesses. As a Business License Inspector Supervisor, you’ll lead a team of inspectors responsible for enforcing compliance across a wide range of regulated businesses—including marijuana dispensaries, liquor establishments, food vendors, and short-term rentals. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for public safety, regulatory enforcement, and team development.
As a Business License Inspector Supervisor, you will perform:
Conduct and oversee compliance investigations related to code and regulatory policies of various business establishments, including, but not limited to, marijuana, liquor, and tobacco establishments.
Investigate citizen complaints and related community concerns at licensed premises, including, but not limited to, short-term rentals and residential rentals. This includes supervision of staff investigating new and renewal short-term rental applications to ensure municipal code compliance.
Gather evidence, prepare written reports of investigative findings and prepare cases for enforcement action, including but not limited to issuing notices of violation, administrative citations, and orders to show cause why a license should not be disciplined.
Testify in hearings and court proceedings regarding investigations and complaints.
Supervise Business License Inspectors conducting compliance investigations across regulated industries and respond to consumer protection complaints,
Conduct hiring interviews and select candidates for inspector roles.
Provide work instruction, assign tasks, and review work for accuracy and completeness.
Evaluate employee performance, provide feedback, and formally document performance.
Handle disciplinary actions, resolve grievances, and promote a culture of accountability.
Foster teamwork, encourage innovation, and support staff development and coaching.
Serve as a subject matter expert in business license enforcement across the department and city.
Develop and manage work plans, schedules, and priorities to ensure adequate staff coverage.
Monitor unit activities for quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Ensure safety measures are followed during inspections and enforcement actions.
Work occasional night or weekend shifts to supervise inspectors and participate in compliance monitoring.
Collaborate with other city departments on overlapping inspection responsibilities.
Promote regular communication and inform staff of relevant business issues and organizational impacts.
Identify and implement process improvements aligned with DLCP’s innovation strategy.
Encourage a mindset of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
As a Business License Inspector Supervisor, you’ll bring a well-rounded blend of communication, analytical, and leadership skills that enable you to lead with confidence and clarity.
The ideal candidate will have or demonstrate:
Previous Regulatory or Licensing Experience: You have a strong background in regulatory enforcement, compliance, or licensing—ideally within a municipal or government setting—and understand how to navigate complex rules, ordinances, and investigative procedures with accuracy and professionalism.
High Ethical Standards: You demonstrate integrity, fairness, and sound judgment in all aspects of your work. You uphold the law with consistency and professionalism, and you approach sensitive investigations and enforcement actions with discretion and respect for all parties involved.
Exceptional Oral Communication: You effectively convey information to individuals and groups, tailoring your message to the audience and situation. You’re a skilled presenter, an active listener, and responsive to both verbal and nonverbal cues.
Strong Reading Comprehension: You can interpret complex written materials—including technical regulations, reports, and data visualizations—and apply that knowledge to real-world enforcement and compliance scenarios.
Sharp Reasoning & Analytical Thinking: You identify patterns, principles, and relationships in data and regulations, drawing accurate conclusions and making sound decisions that support public safety and regulatory integrity.
Clear and Persuasive Writing: You communicate in writing with clarity, organization, and purpose, whether drafting reports, correspondence, or documentation for legal proceedings.
Results-Driven Mindset: You set high standards for quality and timeliness, maintain a strong focus on customer service, and consistently deliver on goals and expectations.
Influence & Collaboration: You build trust and credibility across teams and departments, effectively persuading and guiding others toward shared objectives. Your collaborative approach helps drive positive outcomes and fosters strong working relationships.
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Education requirement: Graduate from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
Experience Requirement: Five (5) years’ experience performing investigations and enforcement work on businesses to ensure licenses comply with various codes, rules and regulations.
Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
Licensure/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
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Position Type
UnlimitedPosition Salary Range
$63,679.00 - $105,070.00Target Pay
$63,679.00/year - $78,000/year, based on experienceAgency
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