COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR II (Sports Betting) Division of Gaming. Full Time NEW

This position is open only to Colorado state residents

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.

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Description Of Job

Division of Gaming:

Ensures that limited gaming is conducted honestly, fairly, and competitively, and is free from criminal and corrupt elements.

What We Do

Sports Betting/Fantasy Sports unit ensures honesty and integrity in the sports betting and fantasy sports industry, through equal parts of education, compliance, and enforcement. The work unit ensures the physical and logistical security of sports wagering on-line and in off-site Sports Betting areas.

A typical day in the life of a Compliance Investigator II:

The Compliance Investigator II conducts complex compliance inspections and investigations of alleged violations of Colorado Gaming and Sports Betting Statutes, rules, and regulations to determine if administrative/disciplinary action is warranted. This position assists with or conducts investigations of sports betting licensees while enforcing the Sports Betting Statutes and Regulations and completes investigative reports presented to the Limited Gaming Control Commission. This position will also perform duties that may not be present within this PD, as assigned by the appointing authority or supervisor.

Primary Duties

Compliance Monitoring and Engagement

• Proactively conducts off-site monitoring and on-site inspections of sports betting operators to consistently interpret and assess compliance with applicable Colorado Sports Betting Laws and Regulations and monitors those that have had violations.
• Position delivers clear, concise, accurate and factual summaries of results of their findings both orally and in writing.
• Travel in-state and out-of-state to inspect sports betting operation and travels to verify geolocation services remain in compliance with Federal and State statutes.
• Position reviews documentation required for submission by sports betting operators to confirm compliance with applicable Colorado Sports Betting Laws and Regulations, supports criminal investigators as part of a multi-disciplinary team, responds to verbal and written inquiries concerning sports betting laws regulations, and remains current on sports betting Statutes and Regulations.

Compliance Investigations

• Position acts on identified violations in a fair and consistent manner to promote compliance with legislation. The person in this position plans and executes effective investigations of alleged violations of sports betting laws and regulations.
• Conducts investigation interviews, evaluates aggravating and mitigating behavior of individuals and businesses, and delivers clear, concise, accurate and factual summaries of results of inspections both orally and in writing.
• Develops intervention strategies designed to achieve immediate on-site correction and long-term compliance including recommendations to effect corrective action and to monitor progress.

Regulatory Investigations

• Collaborates with Criminal Investigators as part of a multi-disciplinary team (a team composed of members with varied but complimentary experience, qualifications, and skills that contribute to the achievement of the Division’s objectives) in planning, coordinating and executing effective complex investigations into alleged violations of Colorado sports betting laws and regulations.
• Position prepares detailed written reports, effectively presents the main points of the investigation, presents and defends findings, and develops recommendations
• Collaborates with other agencies/companies CBI, OIT, local law enforcement, sport betting vendors to support the Division’s mission. The position provides input for training programs and organizational strategies for identifying opportunities to improve customer service and process quality.

Wager Catalog Management

• Conducts research on requests of sport events, governing bodies, and wagers to the Official Sports Wagering Catalog and provides a recommendation of approval or denial to the Division Director, while also maintaining the tracking system of all requests.
• This position is required to perform onsite compliance inspections as requested by the Division leadership, as well as attend in-person meetings with the Sports Betting team at 1707 Cole Blvd, Suite 300, Lakewood CO 80401. These onsite compliance investigations and in-person meetings are required, at minimum, twice a month each; the frequency may increase based on the needs of the Division of Gaming.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

H6K3XX COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR II

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

Six (6) years of relevant experience in criminal, compliance, or background investigations.

OR

Education And Experience

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in criminal, compliance, or background investigations equal to six (6) years

NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Special Qualifications

• Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Gaming Division.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license (at the time of application).
• In-state travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Have an extensive background in conducting complex compliance investigations in a regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of Rules and Regulations related to Gaming/Sports Betting.
• Knowledge of the Sports Betting industry and Sports Betting terminology.
• Possess a foundational knowledge of sports.
• Intermediate to advanced skills on Microsoft Excel and related Microsoft Office tools, or Google Suite related products.
• Strong analytic thinking, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and team working skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to gather relevant information; identify and analyze problems; and use sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions.
• Takes the initiative to act on and follow through on work activities

Conditions Of Employment With The CDOR

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.

As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations .

Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.

To Be Compliant With The New Fleet Vehicle Policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) Will Be Pulled For Review For Workers Who

• Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use “see resume” or “see attached” statements on your application.
• Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
• List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
• Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
• The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from “state.co.us” and “info@governmentjobs.com” addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

Appeal Rights

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .

Supplemental Information

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

If Not Applying Online, Submit Application To

If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.

Methods Of Appointment

Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

Step Pay Program

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series.