Administrator III

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) is a significant revenue generator for the State of Maryland, supporting vital state programs and services. The agency oversees the state's casino gaming program, providing guidance on financial, security, regulatory, and licensing procedures. It also regulates Sports Wagering, Daily Fantasy Sports, Electronic Bingo, and Instant Ticket Lottery Machines. Gaming in Maryland is a dynamic, 24/7 operation. This position will work with the Manager of the Regulatory Licensing and Investigations Division to ensure compliance with unit policies, COMAR, and state law. The role involves first-line supervision of Licensing Specialists, requiring a strong background in supervising criminal, fraud, or financial investigations. The incumbent must have significant experience in report writing, oral presentations, and testifying in various proceedings. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive investigations for gaming, sports wagering, and Instant Bingo licensure applicants, analyzing FBI/CJIS reports, and interpreting results for suitability. A working knowledge of Maryland Gaming and Sports Wagering Laws, COMAR, and Division policies is essential. The role involves interviewing applicants and references, examining financial documents, and providing testimony at hearings and court. Travel within Maryland, the US, and abroad may be required. The position also requires maintaining knowledge of the Mandatory Exclusion Program and license revocation processes, and providing guidance to the assigned team.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Six years of administrative staff or professional work.
Proven background in the supervision and leadership of others in the areas of criminal, fraud, or financial investigations.
Significant experience in report writing, oral presentations, and testifying in fact-based proceedings.
Working knowledge of Maryland Gaming and Sports Wagering Laws, COMAR, and the Division’s policies and procedures.
Possession of a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting in-depth investigations that determined the financial, regulatory, and overall due diligence of an individual.
Experience writing detailed reports that reflect an overview of investigations conducted and their outcomes.
Experience supervising a group or team of employees.
Experience working with Maryland Lottery & Gaming Control Agency’s Licensing and Investigations Division’s eLicensing system.
Experience with Maryland Gaming/Sports Wagering Laws and COMAR as it pertains to conducting in-depth investigations to determine an applicant’s suitability for licensure.

Responsibilities

Act in conjunction with the Manager of the Regulatory Licensing and Investigations Division to ensure policies, procedures, and regulations are upheld.
Provide first-line supervision of a designated team of Licensing Specialists.
Conduct comprehensive investigations of all persons and companies applying for gaming, sports wagering, and Instant Bingo licensure.
Examine FBI/CJIS reports and database searches, analyzing and interpreting results to determine applicant suitability for licensure.
Conduct interviews of applicants, references, and other relevant parties.
Examine and analyze financial documents, accounting records, bank statements, business records, public records, tax records, and other relevant information.
Provide testimony at Commission Hearings, Appeal Hearings, and MD Court.
Travel within Maryland, throughout the United States, and abroad to complete investigative assignments.
Maintain a working and current knowledge of the Mandatory Exclusion Program and license revocation processes.
Lend experience, knowledge, and guidance to the assigned team within the Division.