Law Enforcement Officer Position

Washington State Gambling Commission - Lateral Regulation and Enforcement

 

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Washington State Gambling Commission - Lateral Regulation and Enforcement

Last updated on October 18, 2024
PST Partner Agency since November 18, 2019

Vacancies: 4

Important Information

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 and 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 by providing training.

Community Information

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Department Information

Special Agents assigned to this unit are based throughout the state and assigned to a geographic area. Agents regulate licensed gambling and provide technical assistance to gambling operations, and work with numerous licensee groups and law enforcement agencies. Agents also investigate criminal cases for the prosecution of illegal gambling activities and gambling related crimes. The common licensed forms of gambling that Special Agents regulate are Card Rooms, Pull Tabs, Raffles, Bingo, Fund Raising Events, and Amusement games. Special Agents also respond to complaints submitted to the agency and provide education and training to both the public and licensees.

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Hiring Status

Washington State Gambling Commission - Lateral Regulation and Enforcement has 4 vacancies.

Special Agent starting salary ranges from $64,056 - $88,332 annually, depending upon your education and experience.

The WSGC has four phases to our hiring process:

Phase 1 - Personal History Statement (through the Public Safety Testing website)

Phase 2 - Panel interview

Phase 3 – Polygraph exam

Phase 4 - Background Investigation

Phase 5 - Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Drug test.

Once you complete the Personal History Statement, the next step in the process is completing an online application through careers.wa.gov. You can create an application profile on www.careers.wa.gov by clicking the "Apply Now" button at the top of the page.

If your PHS is not complete and available to us at the time we review candidates for a panel interview, you will not be considered for that hiring cycle. 

Current Military – Please do not apply until you are within six (6) months of your ETS date. Please contact the WSGC Human Resources Division (HRD) if you have any questions.

Please note: If you are an Out of State Lateral Transfer or are a Federal Certified Law Enforcement Officer, The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) will have to review your training profile/background and any academy certifications in order to determine whether your certification is recognized. Please view their process at https://cjtc.wa.gov/docs/default-source/certification/new-requirements-for-equivalency-academies.pdf?sfvrsn=b9a4c1c_2

Salary Information

Special Agent starting salary ranges from $64,056 - $88,332 annually, depending upon your education and experience.

Benefit Information

Of course, we offer EXCELLENT employment benefits including medical and dental, life insurance, paid leave, and several retirement options.

In addition to the benefits listed above, Gambling Special Agents have the following benefits:

  • Agency furnished equipment, including firearm and take home vehicle. 
  • Flexible work schedule of 160 hours within a 28-day work period.
  • Paid law enforcement training and broad developmental opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.


Washington State Gambling Commission - Lateral Regulation and Enforcement Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination No, not required
LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) No, not required (may be required later)
PST Personal History Statement Required within 7 days.  
Minimum Age 21
Citizenship US Citizen / Lawful Permanent Resident / DACA-Recipient
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Must have a valid license accepted by Washington State.
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult No adult felony convictions at any time.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Not normally, but can be reviewed depending on circumstance.
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Basic Law Enforcement Academy Certification

Yes

Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We only consider the most recent score
Request/Access Scores On an as-needed basis as vacancies occur

Washington State Gambling Commission - Lateral Regulation and Enforcement Disqualifiers

The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Automatic

Have no DUI convictions within the last three years, or a substantial accumulation of driving violations which indicates a disregard for rules and regulations.

Drug Usage
Automatic

No use or possession of illegal narcotics or controlled substances:

  • Drug Free - No use of any illegal drugs within the three (3) year period immediately preceding appointment.
  • Marijuana - No use within six (6) months immediately preceding appointment and use limited to experimentation.
  • Amphetamines, Cocaine, and Opiates - No use within the five (5) year period immediately preceding appointment and use limited to experimentation.
  • Hallucinogens - No use within the ten (10) year period immediately preceding appointment and use limited to experimentation.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Have no felony convictions.
Automatic Have no misdemeanor convictions related to controlled substances, theft, moral turpitude, fraud, larcey, or crimes of violence within the last five years.
Automatic Have no convictions for any crime associated with domestic violence.
Automatic Have no DUI convictions within the last three years, or a substantial accumulation of driving violations which indicates a disregard for rules and regulations.
Potential Refrain from excessive alcohol consumption.
Employment
Automatic Lied during any stage of the hiring process.
Automatic Falsified his or her application, personal history questionnaire, or any other forms during hiring process.
Financial
Potential Current credit accounts, or unresolved accounts in collection will be carefully reviewed.

Contact Information

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Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: No, not required
PAT: No, not required (may be required later)

PST Personal History Statement: Required within 7 days.


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