GAMING SPECIAL AGENT - ROCKFORD

State of Illinois•Rockford, IL

18h•$6,748 - $9,757•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Gaming Board is seeking Gaming Special Agents to work in the Gaming Field Operations Division. If you have the needed experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply! The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) serves as the regulatory body for all gambling activities across the state of Illinois. Our mission is to preserve the integrity of the Illinois gaming industry. The agency administers a regulatory and tax collection system for casino gambling, video gaming, and sports wagering in Illinois. The Illinois Gaming Board is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. As a sworn armed peace officer, serves as a Gaming Special Agent ensuring the integrity of gaming in the State of Illinois by enforcing the Illinois Gambling Act, Video Gaming Act, Sports Wagering Act, State Fair Gaming Act, and any other statues for which the Gaming Board has jurisdiction.

Requirements

Requires two years of college with coursework in criminal justice, law enforcement, pre-law business administration or a related field, plus five consecutive years of full-time service as a police officer with the same law enforcement agency;
OR Requires a minimum of twenty years of sworn law enforcement experience in good standing with the same law enforcement agency;
OR Requires successful completion of the Gaming Special Agent Trainee program.
Pass Illinois Gaming Board’s background investigation (background check).
Graduated from an approved State Police Academy program and are currently certified as a sworn peace officer.
Possess sufficient physical fitness to have passed the Peace Office Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) test.
Pass an approved firearms qualification course and have a valid Firearm owners Identification card (FOID).
Requires ability to perform shift work, including weekends and holidays. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires an appropriate valid driver’s license.
Must comply with the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act: No State employee who works for the Illinois Gaming Board, or spouse or immediate family member living with such person shall, during State employment, hold an ownership interest in, other than a passive interest in, a publicly traded company, in any gaming license under the Illinois Gambling Act, the Video Gaming Act, the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, or the Sports Wagering Act.
Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: No person shall be employed to serve the Board who is, or whose spouse, parent or child is, an official of, or has a financial interest in or financial relation with, any operator engage in gambling operations within this State, or any organization engaged in conducting horse racing within this State.
Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: For the one year immediately preceding employment, an employee shall not have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Nice To Haves

Prefers one (1) year experience in conducting investigations.
Prefers one (1) year experience writing thoroughly documented investigative reports.
Prefers one (1) year experience reviewing or analyzing records to ensure compliance with regulations, statutes, laws.

Responsibilities

Conducts interviews and investigates complaints.
Processes casino and video gaming applications for licenses.
Assists the Attorney General, State’s Attorney and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices in preparation of cases for civil or criminal prosecution.
Coordinates with other law enforcement agencies and gaming jurisdictions in conducting joint investigations or in exchanging information on persons, associated with the gaming industry.
Participates in various trainings, including but not limited to: Firearms, Professional, and Fitness.
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
Paid vacation time annually
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility