Special Agent - Tribal Gaming (Kitsap, King, Pierce Or S. Sno County)

Join our Tribal Gaming Unit and make a difference in the gaming industry. You will work with tribes and the public to ensure compliance with the tribal state compact and state laws. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in the gaming industry while upholding professionalism, integrity, and dedication.

To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong sense of self-accountability, as you will be responsible for managing your own workload and meeting deadlines. You also need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as you will be building and developing relationships and trust with clients and stakeholders. You should take pride in your work and be detail-oriented, ensuring that you deliver high-quality results. You should also embrace the values of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect, as you will be working in a multicultural and inclusive environment.

Why Join Our Team

This job is ideal for someone who is looking for an opportunity to grow and develop their career in a dynamic and innovative field. You will be able to learn from the best in the field and become a skilled professional. You will also enjoy working with a team that values diversity, support, and inclusion.

Special Agents are duly sworn law enforcement officers and must meet the Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment. They are part of the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If you are not certified as a law enforcement officer, you will be trained at the Basic Law Enforcement Academy through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center. You will also enjoy the benefits of a flexible work schedule, a home-based office, a comprehensive benefit package that covers medical and dental, life insurance, paid leave, multiple retirement options, paid law enforcement training and tuition reimbursement programs, an agency work vehicle, and most importantly engaging and rewarding work.

As a Special Agent, you will be responsible for ensuring that tribal casinos comply with gambling laws and tribal-state compacts. You will work closely with Tribal Gaming Agencies to assess their compliance levels and identify any issues or violations. You will also conduct financial audits and investigations of tribal casinos, reviewing their record keeping and internal control systems. You will be involved in criminal and administrative investigations, as well as special projects related to New Agent Training and the Tribal Lottery System (TLS).

You will be responsible for conducting regular inspections and building rapport with the tribal casinos in your assigned area. You will be assigned an agency vehicle for your travel needs. You'll work a flexible work schedule of 160 hours within 28-day work periods. To be eligible for this position, you must reside in one of the following counties in Washington State: Kitsap, King, Pierce, or South Snohomish.

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 your base salary 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 requires 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.

Tribal Gaming Agents are at 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.

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.

• Write case reports that are detailed, objective and chronological.

• Learn, understand, and follow agency policies and procedures.

• Conduct suspect, victim, and witness interviews.

• Act as the Tribal Lottery System (TLS) expert for the Central District and serve on the Gambling Electronic Equipment Specialist team.

• Prepare and instruct formal and/or informational training programs/classes to diverse audiences.

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 applying 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 of our agents are required to meet the Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment.

• Complete an online application on careers.wa.gov ("Apply" button at top of this announcement).

• Take a written exam, Physical Ability Test, and complete a Personal History Statement online through the Public Safety Testing (PST) website.  Click on the Special Agent level that interests you to be taken to PST to begin the testing and exam process. NOTE:  There are fees to take the written exam and PAT.

• Special Agent

• Entry Level

• Special Agent

• Lateral (No testing required.  Completed PHS required)
  4. Results and Personal History Statement forwarded to the Gambling Commission for review.
  5. Panel interview scheduled
  6. Polygraph Exam
  7. Background Investigation, Criminal History Check, Credit Check
  8. Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Drug Test

More information about the WSGC hiring process can be found here.

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 recruitment@wsgc.wa.gov.  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 recruitment@wsgc.wa.gov or call (360) 252-9964.