Looking for a rewarding challenging career? Don’t miss this opportunity.
We have a vacancy for a Special Agents in our Tribal Gaming Unit. Special Agents are duly sworn law enforcement officers and must meet the Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment. Although they are exempt from civil service, they have many of the same benefits as general service employees, including a generous insurance and leave package. They also belong to the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS) and have a flexible work schedule of 160 hours within 28-day work periods.
If you do not currently hold a law enforcement certification, you will have the opportunity to attend Basic Law Enforcement Academy through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center
This position will be assigned to a home office in either King, Pierce, or South Snohomish County.
Tribal Gaming Agents are on the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry. Partnering with Tribal Gaming Agencies, Agents are trained in table game operations, casino auditing and accounting, and the Tribal Lottery System. Agents assigned to this unit are based throughout the state and partner with Tribal representatives. Agents work cooperatively with each Tribal Gaming Agency to monitor Class III (Nevada/casino style) tribal gaming activities, conduct criminal investigations, and ensure compact compliance. Agents also provide training to regulators from within the state and across the country.
Some of what you will do:
• Conduct on-site visits to Tribal casinos to perform routine inspections, specialized inspections, and technical inspections of electronic gambling equipment.
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual regard with Tribal Gaming Agencies and Casino employees.
• Monitor all portions of assigned area and being capable of taking appropriate criminal and administrative action.
• Review Tribal submissions to include internal controls, game rules, etc. to ensure compliance with the tribal-state compact.
• Investigate criminal and administrative complaints related to gambling.
• Prepare and instruct formal and/or informational training programs/classes to diverse audiences.
Why Join Our Team
Our employees are our most important asset, and we are looking for highly talented individuals to join our team. We offer:
• Interesting and challenging work, including a wide range of criminal investigations, and working with local, state, and tribal agencies.
• Paid law enforcement training and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Flexible work schedules.
• A working environment that supports diversity.
• Agency furnished equipment, including a take home vehicle and firearm.
Of course, we offer EXCELLENT employment benefits including medical and dental, life insurance, paid leave, and several retirement options.
Special Agent starting salary ranges from $64,056 - $88,332 annually, depending upon your education and experience.
NOTE: 5% Premium Pay will be added to salary above for duty stations in King County.
Additional Compensation incentives
• Qualification for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Read more here.
• Candidates entitled to G.I. Bill education benefits administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs may qualify for a supplemental monthly check while participating in an on-the-job training program. The Special Agent position with the Washington State Gambling Commission is a position that require on-the-job training. Veterans may also qualify for other VA benefits entitled to them while training. To learn if you are eligible, please call the U.S. Department of Veterans.
Required Qualifications
• High school graduation, GED, or equivalent education.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
We may give preference to candidates with the following qualifications/experience
• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills.
• Financial auditing, financial record inspections, or financial record investigations.
• Conducting complex investigations.
• Information technology experience working on or with computerized network systems.
• Interpreting and apply complex rules, laws, and policies.
• Work in the gambling industry.
• Successful completion of the WA State Basic Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent law enforcement academy.
READY TO PURSUE THIS OPPORTUNITY? - HOW TO APPLY:
Applying to become a Special Agent can take up to six months or more. We value your time and interest and are committed to moving the process along as quickly as possible.
• As a regulatory law enforcement agency, all our employees are required to meet the Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment.
• Complete an online application on careers.wa.gov (“Apply” button at top of this announcement).
• Take written exam, Physical Ability Test, and complete Personal History Statement online through the Public Safety Testing (PST) website. Click on the Special Agent level that interest you to be taken to PST to begin the testing and exam process.
• Special Agent - Entry Level
• Special Agent – Lateral
4. Results and Personal History Statement forwarded to the Gambling Commission for review
5. Panel interview scheduled
6. Background Investigation, Criminal History Check, Credit Check
7. Polygraph Exam, Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Drug Test
More information about the WSGC hiring process can be found here Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment.
As a Washington State limited law enforcement officer, the Special Agent is required to complete a basic law enforcement academy or equivalency. If you do not hold a current law enforcement certification you may be required to attend the Basic Law Enforcement Academy through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center. Prior experience and/or training as a fully commissioned peace officer, limited jurisdiction law enforcement officer for the State of Washington may substitute for this requirement.
The Washington State Gambling Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format should provide contact information via email to
[email protected]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For questions regarding this recruitment announcement, email us at
[email protected] or call (360) 252-9964.
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