Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 1/2/3

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of State Police is hiring a Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist to help maintain the integrity and security of Louisiana’s electronic gaming and video draw poker devices. The role certifies, tests, and inspects equipment to ensure it meets technical and regulatory standards. It works with gaming industry professionals, law enforcement, and internal teams to monitor devices, verify software accuracy, investigate possible tampering, and ensure systems report revenue and performance correctly.

The position is based in the Gaming Enforcement Division in East Baton Rouge Parish. It may be filled at the Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 1, 2, or 3 level. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience; the stated minimum salary for level 1 is $1,570.40 biweekly. The appointment may be probational, job, or promotional.

Requirements

• Two years of information technology or electronic technician experience; or six years of full-time work experience in any area; or an associate's degree.
• For the six-year work-experience pathway, each 30 semester hours earned at an accredited college or university substitutes for one year of experience, up to 120 semester hours and four years of experience.
• Candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background checks.

Responsibilities

• Certify, configure, and test electronic gaming devices, video draw poker machines, and monitoring system software to confirm devices are secure, unaltered, and compliant with state regulations.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between gaming industry representatives and the Video Poker Technical Support/Administrative Section; review issues, provide input, and assist with compliant solutions.
• Conduct random compliance inspections at licensed gaming establishments to verify devices and monitoring systems meet security, certification, and regulatory standards approved by independent testing laboratories.
• Collaborate with internal teams and higher-level staff to investigate technical problems, recommend solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of certifications, inspections, and compliance activities for regulatory and audit purposes.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, gaming devices, and industry standards to provide guidance and support compliance initiatives.
• Support training and education for internal staff and licensees on device operation, monitoring systems, and compliance procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support integrity and public trust in Louisiana’s gaming industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree