Criminal Investigator 1/2/3
About The Position
Criminal Investigators in the Gaming Enforcement Division support Louisiana State Police regulation of casinos and video poker. They license and permit casino employees, video poker establishments, and technicians; conduct applicant background investigations and interviews; and perform administrative investigations involving casinos and casino employees. They also serve as a point of contact for casino human resources. The position is in the Criminal Investigative Division of the Office of State Police in East Baton Rouge Parish. It may be filled at the Criminal Investigator 1, 2, or 3 level, and may be used for a probational, job, or promotional appointment. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience. Minimum bi-weekly salaries are $1,764.80 for Criminal Investigator 1, $1,888.00 for Criminal Investigator 2, and $2,161.60 for Criminal Investigator 3. Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for the 2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam), unless they have qualifying POST certification that is not suspended or subject to a pending revocation hearing. Candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background checks. The agency participates in E-Verify. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) and supports recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities; candidates may request interview accommodations.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work, or military intelligence work; or 12 hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must possess a current Louisiana driver's license.
- Must be willing and able to attain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
- Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for the 2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam), unless exempt through qualifying POST certification. POST certification must not be under suspension or subject to a pending revocation hearing.
- Applicants are disqualified if convicted of a felony, if felony charges are included in pending indictments or bills of information, or if convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.
- Candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to combine efforts with others to achieve a common goal.
- Ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
- Ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
- Ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long-term priorities.
- POST certification, which may exempt an applicant from the 2100–PSE exam if it is not suspended or subject to a pending revocation hearing.
Responsibilities
- Review applicable gaming laws and regulations and develop a firm understanding of them.
- Conduct detailed and thorough reviews of application packets.
- Conduct background investigations on applicants.
- Conduct interviews of applicants.
- Conduct administrative investigations of casinos and casino employees.
- Serve as a point of contact for casino human resources.
- Keep database entries accurate.
- Conduct inspections in video poker establishments.
- License and permit casino employees, video poker establishments, and technicians as part of the regulatory process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
