SENIOR FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

16h•$90,640 - $100,940•Hybrid

About The Position

The Attorney General’s Office is looking for a highly motivated individual of integrity and commitment to public service to serve as a Senior Financial Investigator in the Gaming Enforcement Division within the Criminal Bureau. The Gaming Enforcement Division is a statewide team of prosecutors, investigators, administrators, and other staff, partnered with the Massachusetts State Police, and charged with investigating and prosecuting gaming-related crimes pursuant to G.L. c. 12, § 11M. Primary Duties: As a Senior Financial Investigator in the Gaming Enforcement Division, the successful candidate will be involved in investigating criminal conduct related to expanded gaming in the Commonwealth, including violations of G.L. c. 23K, G.L. c. 23N, G.L. c. 267A, and G.L. c. 271, and other illegal activity, such as gaming-related financial crime, cheating, public order offenses, and other criminal activity such as organized crime and money laundering occurring at the casino. The position requires a candidate with a proven track record of versatility and adaptability, and the ability to build bridges and exercise good judgment. Division members work closely with the State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit assigned to both the Attorney General’s Office and the Gaming Commission, as well as federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, which requires a candidate to have a demonstrated history of successful partnerships with other law enforcement agencies. The Senior Financial Investigator will be expected to handle a case load and be charged with coordinating investigations with State Police, prosecutors, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, and support staff. The Senior Financial Investigator will be responsible for financial investigation, background investigation, call detail analysis, report writing, affidavit writing, and integrating data from various sources. Additional functions will include testifying in court and grand jury proceedings, assisting with the drafting and service of subpoenas and preservation orders, screening potential cases for investigation and prosecution, fostering relationships with industry stakeholders, participating in training, and working cohesively with others in the Office of the Attorney General. All employees assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Division are subject to the Enhanced Code of Ethics adopted pursuant to G.L. c. 12, § 11M(c). Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days, this position is required to report to our Western Massachusetts Regional Office in Springfield.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
A minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years of investigatory experience, preferably with law enforcement. Prior experience with the investigation of gaming laws, organized crime, and/or money laundering is preferred.
Experience conducting interviews and writing reports, as well as synthesizing and interpreting data.
Ability to interact with staff at all levels in a fast-paced environment while remaining respectful, flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, online databases, and social media sites with the ability to learn other software applications, as needed.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
Effective time-management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required, as travel is required to other areas of the Commonwealth in support of investigations and litigation.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience testifying in court or other legal proceedings is preferred.
Experience with mining online databases and social media applications is preferred.
Prior experience with the investigation of gaming laws, organized crime, and/or money laundering is preferred.

Responsibilities

handle a case load
coordinating investigations with State Police, prosecutors, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, and support staff
financial investigation
background investigation
call detail analysis
report writing
affidavit writing
integrating data from various sources
testifying in court and grand jury proceedings
assisting with the drafting and service of subpoenas and preservation orders
screening potential cases for investigation and prosecution
fostering relationships with industry stakeholders
participating in training
working cohesively with others in the Office of the Attorney General