Special Agent - Regulation And Enforcement

Looking for a rewarding and challenging career? Don't miss this opportunity! We have three (4) Special Agent vacancies in our Regulation and Enforcement Unit. These positions are located in various locations statewide. Based on the needs of the agency or the applicant the positions will be located in a home office or in an agency office in Lacey, Spokane, or Federal Way. Special Agents are 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 the Basic Law Enforcement Academy through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center. Special Agents on the Regulatory and Enforcement team work in partnership with other local, state, and federal regulatory or law enforcement agencies to regulate licensed gambling, enforce gambling rules and laws, and investigate illegal gambling activities. The authorized forms of gambling that Special Agents regulate are Card Rooms, Pull Tabs, Raffles, Bingo, Fund Raising Events, and Amusement games. Special Agents investigate criminal cases for the prosecution of illegal gambling activities and gambling-related crimes. They also provide technical assistance to gambling operations, respond to complaints submitted to the agency, and provide education and training to both the public and licensees. Some of what you will do: Respond to complaints in a timely manner. Know our licensees and build good working relationships with them. Conduct compliance checks as needed to determine and mitigate risk areas with the licensee. Work administrative and criminal investigations with a connection to gambling. Conduct internet and criminal investigations in an undercover capacity. Dismantle and disrupt criminal organizations and operations. Participate on special projects and teams. Demonstrate a good working relationship with federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulatory agencies by working cases jointly, sharing information, and providing training. 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 administrative and criminal investigations, and working with federal, state, and local law enforcement and regulatory 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 $64,620 - $88,752 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 requires on-the-job training. Veterans may also qualify for other VA benefits entitled to them while training. 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 and experience: Associate degree, or higher, involving study in criminal justice, accounting or finance, public or business administration, computer science, or closely related field. Two or more years of related experience in business, auditing, accounting, law enforcement, regulatory, fraud, computer science, or investigations. Graduate of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission's Basic Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent. Current Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). Active or Retired Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Documented fluency in Vietnamese, Chinese, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, Russian, or Spanish languages. 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 (PAT), and complete Personal History Statement (PHS) 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. ) Results and Personal History Statement forwarded to the Gambling Commission for review. Panel interview. Polygraph Exam. Background Investigation, Criminal History Check, Credit Check. 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, or a Federal Law Enforcement training program 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 . 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 or call (360) 252-9964. #J-18808-Ljbffr