Investigator, Bureau of Investigations & Enforcement, Western Regional Office

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Investigator, Bureau of Investigations & Enforcement, Western Regional Office

Salary

$58,035.00 Annually

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2024-93210

Department

Gaming Control Board

Division

GB BIE Wst Rgnl Off Sq 1

Opening Date

09/05/2024

Closing Date

9/15/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

C7019

Position Number

50284524

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

64

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

00658051

Bureau / Division

GB BIE Wst Rgnl Off Sq 1

Worksite Address

Foster Plaza 4

Worksite Address

501 Holiday Drive, Suite 115

City

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15220

Contact Name

PGCB Human Resource Office

Contact Email

jbott@pa.gov

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

Are you interested in working for an agency that oversees legalized gaming within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) is seeking an Investigator 1 to perform investigative work within an organizational unit in the Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement (BIE) at the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. If you have exceptional investigative skills, this is the job for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this entry level position, you will be reporting to an Investigator Supervisor within the Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement within the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB Board). As an Investigator, you will be responsible for performing specific investigative duties relating to suitability investigations for licensure of gaming applicants and other investigations involving violations of the Pennsylvania Racehorse Development and Gaming Act, Act 71. Work includes investigations involving financial and character suitability, business integrity and alleged violations of Act 71, the PGCB Code of Ethics, and other related duties as required. Work is mainly performed alone but based on volume or complexity work may be performed with other investigators or in consultation with the Office of Enforcement Counsel or employees of the Specialized Unit within the Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement. Work is performed under the direction of an Investigative Supervisor, a Deputy Director or the Director who evaluates work through review of reports and recommendations.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.

• Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday.

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh.

• Travel, at times extensively, within the United States and abroad.

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years as a Casino Compliance Representative;or

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, accounting, finance or related field;or

• Four years of law enforcement, financial investigative, or administrative experience in background investigations, organized crime investigations, white collar crime investigations, public corruption, narcotics trafficking or money laundering, or intelligence collection;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

  Special Requirements:

• You must have the ability to operate a motor vehicle and have possession of a valid Pennsylvania operator’s license.

  Additional Requirements:

• You must have experience completing Pre-Employment Background Investigations.

• You must have the ability to prepare detailed written investigative reports.

• You must have the ability to organize assigned investigative work and analyze investigative findings.

• You must have experience conducting interviews

• You must be able to travel extensively both in the United States and abroad to conduct investigations.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

  Legal Requirements:

• Employment is contingent upon the completion of a Personal History Questionnaire with a thorough background investigation, including drug screening and the subsequent review and approval by the Board.

  How to Apply:

• Your application must include aresume.

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

  Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

  If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

  The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you have at least two years of experience as a Casino Compliance Representative?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, accounting, finance or related field?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Do you have four years experience of law enforcement, financial investigative, or administrative experience in background investigations, organized crime investigations, white collar crime investigations, public corruption, narcotics trafficking or money laundering, or intelligence collection?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Do you have the ability to operate a motor vehicle and have possession of a valid Pennsylvania operator's license?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Do you have experience completing Pre-Employment Background Investigations?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you possess the ability to prepare detailed written investigative reports?

• Yes

• No

  07

  Do you possess the ability to organize assigned investigative work and analyze investigative findings?

• Yes

• No

  08

  Do you have experience conducting interviews?

• Yes

• No

  09

  Are you able to travel extensively both in the United States and abroad to conduct investigations?

• Yes

• No

  10

  Did you attach a resume?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov