Consumer Protection Real Estate Examiner (Hybrid)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut, Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is now accepting applications for an exciting Consumer Protection Real Estate Examiner opportunity for applicants with Possession of a Connecticut Real Estate License in good standing to provide aid in the regulation of Real Estate laws and regulations in Hartford, CT.\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat We Can Offer You:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n\r\n\r\nPosition Highlights:\r\n• Full Time, 40 hours per week\r\n• Monday through Friday\r\n• First shift\r\n• Hybrid role-combination of in office and telework\r\n• Located at 450 Columbus Blvd in Hartford, CT\r\n\r\n\r\nSalary Note:\r\n\r\n\r\n Salary effective 6/26/2026\r\n New hires to state service start at the minimum\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Role:\r\nThis Consumer Protection Real Estate Examiner position will work within the Real Estate Unit to provide aid in the regulation of Real Estate laws and regulations.\r\n\r\n\r\nDiscover the Opportunity To:\r\n\r\n\r\n Investigate real estate complaints and cases as assigned.\r\n Write investigative reports.\r\n Testify at hearings and in court.\r\n Provide information and technical assistance to licensees and the public.\r\n Speak before groups and the media as assigned.\r\n Work with and attend the Real Estate Commission.\r\n\r\n\r\nNOTE: In accordance with the Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, the successful candidate will be unable to use their appraisal license, or a real estate license, while employed in this position with the State of Connecticut.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nLink to the Code of Ethics: https://portal.ct.gov/chro/education-and-outreach/employees/code-of-ethics-for-public-officials-and-state-employees\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAbout Us:\r\n\r\nIt is DCP’s mission to ensure a fair and equitable marketplace and promote safe products and services for Connecticut consumers.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?� Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).���\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Hayley Newhouse at hayley.newhouse@ct.gov.�\r\nJoin the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Consumer Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the licensure, examination and investigation of real estate agencies, corporations, brokers and salespersons to ensure compliance with State laws and regulations.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n Examines records and\r\n operating procedures of real estate agencies, brokers and salespersons for\r\n compliance with State laws and regulations;\r\n Checks licenses,\r\n examines listing contracts and sales contracts;\r\n Audits escrow accounts;\r\n Examines applications\r\n for licensure for compliance with State laws and regulations;\r\n Reviews exam scores and\r\n educational courses;\r\n Investigates complaints;\r\n Interviews complainants,\r\n brokers and other individuals to obtain information;\r\n Writes reports;\r\n Conducts informal\r\n hearings;\r\n Testifies at hearings\r\n and in court;\r\n Provides information and\r\n technical assistance to real estate people and the general public;\r\n Speaks before groups and\r\n the media as assigned;\r\n May be responsible for\r\n special assignments, including real property securities dealers, real estate\r\n syndicate securities, collection of bad checks, apartment listing services,\r\n supervision of the issuance of licenses and the collection of fees, examination\r\n and inspection of schools offering real estate courses and licensure of land\r\n sales;\r\n Performs related duties\r\n as required.\r\n \r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Considerable knowledge\r\n of\r\n \r\n real estate practices, including appraisal,\r\n brokerage, sales, purchases, rentals, leasing, mortgaging and real estate and\r\n syndication securities;\r\n relevant state laws and regulations;\r\n \r\n \r\n Knowledge of examination\r\n and investigation methods and techniques;\r\n Skills\r\n \r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to utilize\r\n computer software.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience in real estate brokerage, sales, appraisals or in regulatory work of the real estate industry.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n \r\n College training may be\r\n substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15)\r\n semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of\r\n four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.\r\n A Master's degree in a closely\r\n related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the\r\n General Experience.\r\n Successful completion of a\r\n Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of\r\n Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.\r\n \r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience as a licensed real estate broker in Connecticut\r\n Experience working full-time in the real estate field.\r\n Experience representing both buyers and sellers.\r\n Experience in performing investigations and writing investigative reports.\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n \r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.\r\n \r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196\r\nof the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of\r\npositions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single\r\ntitle for administrative purposes.� As\r\nsuch, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or\r\nresponsibility.\r\n