Investigators obtain criminal history, financial backgrounds and other information about applicants.
Investigators also track public concerns and police problems at existing premises. These positions require establishing a close working relationship with staff people from the Bureau of Licenses as well as the OLCC , and the Bureau units and neighborhood groups. It also requires making presentations and recommendations to City Council and to various public groups. Officers are also required to assist other DVD Investigators in performing Division functions. The Liquor License Detail's main responsibility is to investigate existing businesses where alcohol is sold and to make recommendations to OLCC on the suitability of businesses to have liquor licenses.