SENIOR FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR | Gaming Enforcement Division - Springfield Office

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Springfield, MA

7h•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. 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. 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).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
A minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years of investigatory experience, preferably with law enforcement
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
Ability 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

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

Responsibilities

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
Investigating 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
Handling 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