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LCB Licensing Analyst 1 (Home Headquartered - Montgomery County)
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LCB Licensing Analyst 1 (Home Headquartered - Montgomery County)
Salary
$47,883.00 - $72,189.00 Annually
Location
*Home Headquartered, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-13663-70510
Department
Liquor Control Board
Division
LC Lcnsng Phila
Opening Date
12/05/2024
Closing Date
12/18/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
70510
Position Number
00019661
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
A4
Pay Group
ST05
Bureau / Division Code
00268261
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Licensing
Worksite Address
Home Headquartered
Contact Name
Tracey Davis
Contact Phone
717.###.####
Contact Email
...@pa.gov
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THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is seeking a highly motived and specialized individual with investigative experience for the Bureau of Licensing, Licensing Investigations Division. The candidate selected will conduct regulatory reviews within an assigned geographic area to determine applicant compliance with the Liquor Code and related laws and regulations when applying for a new license, a license renewal, reconciliation of requested change to licensed status, or transfer of ownership of a licensed establishment. If this sounds interesting and you possess the necessary qualifications, apply with us today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The LCB Licensing Analyst 1 conducts licensing investigations for the Bureau of Licensing, Eastern Regional Investigations, headquartered in Montgomery County. You will conduct on-site inspections and prepare detailed reports of licensed and/or proposed premises to be licensed to determine if the structure, seating area, and other factors meet the requirements of the Liquor Code and other applicable regulations. Travel to attorneys' offices, applicants' premises, licensed establishments, or other locations to interview applicants, corporate officers, or manager is required.
You will have the opportunity to assist those making applications to the Board by answering procedural questions and reviewing application and support documents for completeness prior to preparing and transmitting the investigation report to Central Office for evaluation. Examination of statements of applicant's assets and liabilities, including bank accounts and other investments in addition to reviewing the sources of funds to determine any possible involvement in illicit activity, and fully investigating any adverse pecuniary interest which may affect eligibility for a license are additional responsibilities.
Work includes but is not limited to:
+ Consulting with various governmental agencies to ascertain any local regulatory requirements, such as zoning restrictions, determining applicant's compliance with same
+ Researching property deeds to verify ownership of property containing a premises licensed or to be licensed, frequently requiring travel to a county office of public records
+ Evaluating lease or sales agreements to ascertain the continuity of property ownership and occupation
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description ( .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
+ Full-time employment, 40-hour work week.
+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
+ Telework: This is a home-headquartered position; therefore you will have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. Residency within Montgomery County is required, there is no telework option for individuals that live outside of this area. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection.
+ Must be willing to travel. Travel expenses will be paid.
+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
+ An associate's degree;or
+ Two years of technical inspection experience;or
+ Two years of experience involving the review of financial documents to determine the origin of funds.
+ Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
Condition of Employment:
+ You must reside in Montgomery County or relocate to this area within 60 calendar days of the start of employment.
Other Requirements:
+ You must meet the PA residency requirement ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
+ You must pass a background investigation. An applicant with a felony conviction within the last ten years of their prospective date of employment is not permitted to work for the PLCB, per section 210(c) of the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. Other criminal convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply:
+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:
+ your score may be lower than deserved.
+ you may be disqualified.
+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
+ Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
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Do you possess a conferred associate's degree or higher, or are you within three months of completing an associate's degree or higher?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer Yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
+ Yes
+ No
02
If you do not possess a conferred associate's degree or higher, on what date do you expect to receive your degree? Type N/A in the text box if this does not apply.
03
Do you possess two years of full-time technical inspection experience?
+ Yes
+ No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
Do you possess two years of full-time experience involving the review of financial documents to determine the origin of funds?
+ Yes
+ No
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Additional Requirement-Do you currently reside in or are you willing to relocate to Montgomery county?
+ Yes
+ No
08
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. ( Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)
+ Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - AUDITING FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Audit an applicant's assets and liabilities for compliance with rules, regulations and laws in order to determine the applicant's eligibility or continued eligibility for a liquor license. This includes such things as examining property value, bank accounts, investments, loans and debts; researching the source of funds, verifying the chain of assets and liabilities involved in a transaction, auditing any adverse monetary interests, auditing records of liquor sales figures, purchase invoices, payroll records and sales tax and examining records relative to bankruptcies, receiverships and foreclosures. Audit limited wineries and distilleries compliance with maximum production limits and qualifications, and review Sunday sales data to determine applicant eligibility for a Sunday Sales License.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience reviewing financial information, records or legal documents of individuals or businesses (such as assets, liabilities, taxes, bank accounts, payroll, sales, etc.) and researching the source of the funds, where I had the final responsibility to make a determination regarding eligibility or compliance.
+ B. I have experience reviewing financial information, records or legal documents of individuals or businesses (such as assets, liabilities, taxes, bank accounts, payroll, sales, etc.), or researching the source of the funds, where others had the final responsibility to make a determination regarding eligibility or compliance.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing or finance.
+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience reviewing financial information, records, or legal documents.
+ Your experience researching the source of funds.
+ Your specific duties and responsibilities.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to the college coursework, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - BACKGROUND AND CRIMINAL CHECKS
Conduct character and background checks of applicants, corporate officers, stockholders and/or managers. Investigate to determine their financial responsibility and reputation as well as obtaining pertinent criminal history information. Also investigates citizenship and residency requirements of sole proprietorships; and pertinent corporate information, which enables the corporate entity to do business in the Commonwealth.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience conducting character, background, or criminal history checks; and investigating citizenship or residency requirements of individuals or businesses
+ B. I have experience conducting background or criminal history checks of individuals or businesses
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to criminal justice or a related field.
+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
13
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience conducting character, background or criminal history checks.
+ Your experience investigating citizenship or residency requirements.
+ Your specific duties and responsibilities.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to the college coursework, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - PREPARING DOCUMENTS
Writes reports on the regulatory review, audit and/or inspection of an applicant or license holder's operation, organization, legal documents, finances and property in order to provide management and others with information needed to make decisions regarding the applicant or license holder's organization and operation. This includes such things as documenting their sources of assets; legitimacy of their operation; their involvement, if any, in criminal or illegal activity; and compliance of premises and equipment with regulations. Utilizes telephones, fax machines and computers to interact with other field units and the computer network base in order to provide data/information to others and access data/information in computer files. Prepares general complaint reports for submission to the State Police when a possible code violation is detected.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance which best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience writing reports on individuals' or business' operations, finances, etc. to provide necessary information for decisions or compliance checks; utilizing various media to interact with others within or outside the office to provide or access information; and preparing general complaint reports for submission when a violation or noncompliance is detected.
+ B. I have experience writing reports on individuals' or business' operations, finances, etc. to provide the necessary information to others; OR I have experience preparing reports regarding a violation or noncompliance.
+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to report writing or technical writing.
+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
+ Your experience writing or preparing reports.
+ Your experience interacting with others to provide or access information.
+ Your specific duties and responsibilities.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to the college coursework, please provide the requested information in the text box below. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
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