Compliance Investigator

Division Overview: The Gambling Control Division (GCD) was formed by the State legislature in 1989 to ensure the proper gambling environment in the state. Our 34 employees work diligently each day to protect the businesses, players, organizations, citizens, and all who are affected by legalized gambling in Montana. Because of the nature of this billion-dollar industry, it is highly regulated. Our mission is accomplished through licensing, permitting, auditing, inspecting, investigating, testing, and prosecuting. In addition to gambling regulation, GCD works with the Cannabis and Alcohol Regulation Division to provide licensing, auditing, and investigative services for alcohol licensing. GCD investigations also provide services to the Department of Revenue for tobacco tax enforcement. Regulation of what some may consider three common vices — gambling, alcohol, and tobacco — creates a diverse and interesting mission in which every day is a new challenge! Job Overview: The Compliance Investigator provides investigative support to the Gambling Control Division, the Department of Revenue-Cannabis and Alcoholic Regulation Division and Tobacco Division by conducting background, suitability, financial, corporate and other inquiries of applicants for licensure and non-institutional lenders to ensure they comply with the public policy of the state; conducts criminal and/or administrative investigations through the use of overt and/or covert tactics to thwart illegal gambling, alcohol, and tobacco activities; maintains liaison with various criminal justice agencies; provides regular inspections of licensed gambling, alcohol and tobacco locations within the state; collects, maintains, disseminates and secures investigative records; presents various law enforcement training seminars at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy and to Montana citizens. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. Three years of directly related experience. Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted Preferred Qualifications: A law enforcement officer with a valid MT POST certificate. A current or former law enforcement officer who will qualify for MT POST certification through equivalency testing within 1 year of hire. Other regulatory or compliance experience considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Basic knowledge on the use of social media and the Internet. Ability to research and comprehend criminal records, open-source intel, financial documents, communication with other law enforcement or regulatory agencies, and understand how to use other resources for determining suitability of applicants, owners, managers, and others financially tied to alcohol or gambling licenses. Advanced knowledge in developing, conducting, and presenting complex criminal and regulatory cases. Thorough knowledge of criminal procedures, rules of evidence, search and seizure, handling of criminal justice information and privacy/security regulations. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Special Instructions: The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant’s qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks. Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered. Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: Criminal History Fingerprint Check Intensive Background Check Driving History Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits. Medical, dental and vision coverage Retirement plans Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr