ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF GAMING

Arizona Department of Gaming
100 North 15th Avenue
Suite 202
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $28.84 - $31.25 (DOE) 

Grade: 20

Closing Date: February 4, 2026

The non-sworn Investigator conducts complex regulatory investigations for State Certification, Tribal Licensure Recommendation, and Event Wagering/Fantasy Sports licensure. Duties include background checks, applicant interviews, public record review, securing evidence, and preparing detailed reports with issuance, denial, revocation, or suspension recommendations. This position requires coordination with management and the Attorney General's staff, potential case referrals for prosecution, and testimony. The Investigator may also perform special investigations.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Conduct background investigations of applicants for State Certification, Tribal Licensure, and Event Wagering/Fantasy Sports licensure.
• Interview applicants; analyze criminal history (DPS/FBI), CLEAR data, credit reports, and law enforcement information.
• Research public records and expert reports. Secure evidence, complete work papers/exhibits, and write detailed reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations on issuing, denying, revoking, or suspending certification/licensure.
• Initiate the Denial, Revocation, and Suspension process for unsuitable applicants.
• Investigate suspected violations of the Gaming Compact, Event Wagering/Fantasy Sports rules, and applicable laws.
• Provide legal and administrative testimony. Act as an information liaison with other agencies.
• Coordinate investigations with management and Attorney General staff.
• Travel may be required, potentially involving overnight or extended stays.
• May be asked to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• All travel and investigative plans must be approved by the Supervisor/Manager/Assistant Director.
• Attend department meetings and complete mandatory ADOA training, and may assist other teams within the Department.

• Deep understanding of the Arizona Tribal-State Compact and its Appendices.
• Considerable knowledge of the Arizona Revised Statutes (including Title 5 and Title 13) and applicable federal laws.
• Knowledge of the Rules of Evidence for providing testimony in legal settings.
• Sensitivity to and knowledge of Native American cultures and sovereignty.
• Knowledge of financial fraud investigation techniques.
• Ability to recognize applicant attributes that would indicate potential public safety concerns in high-population public facilities.
• Proficiency in desktop research, examining applications, public records, and other documentation.
• Effective and open communication with Financial Investigators, management, applicants, and other regulators.
• Skilled in preparing for and conducting applicant interviews and interrogations.
• Ability to write detailed, factual investigative reports that support conclusions.
• Experience with investigation, interviewing, and interrogation concepts and practices.
• Proficiency with Tribal-State Gaming Compact provisions, Appendices, and MOUs.
• Work effectively and independently.
• Strong ability to gather facts, organize information, and comprehend data to make logical operational interpretations.
• Possess excellent interview skills and the ability to produce factual, understandable, and complete written reports.
• Be computer literate, possess basic typing skills, and demonstrate strong diplomatic and interpersonal skills.
• Understand the Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Appendices, and Memorandums of Understanding as they relate to assigned duties.
  Above average written and verbal communication skills.

The ideal candidate for a non-sworn Investigator position should have previous experience in conducting background investigations, whether through private investigations, military, previous employment, or law enforcement.

Valid drivers license.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Gaming offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

To help you build a financially secure future, positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at humanresources@azgaming.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.