Special Agents - Criminal Enforcement (Spokane)
Job description
We have two Special Agents vacancies in our Criminal Enforcement Unit (CEU). Special Agents are duly sworn law enforcement officers and must meet the Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment (Download PDF reader). Although they are exempt from civil service, they have many of the same benefits as general service employees, including a generous insurance and leave package. They also belong to the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS) and have a flexible work schedule of 160 hours within 28-day work periods.
If you do not currently hold a law enforcement certification, you will have the opportunity to attend Basic Law Enforcement Academy through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center.
This position will be assigned to our Spokane field office.
Criminal Enforcement Agents assigned to this unit are based throughout the state and assigned to a geographical area. CEU Special Agents do not have a “desk job,” working all aspects of the criminal case allows you the freedom and flexibility to use your imagination and skills to investigate a variety of crimes. CEU Agents investigating illegal gambling activities that occur at licensed and unlicensed facilities and individuals or organizations involved in crimes involving gambling or have a gambling nexus. They investigate a variety of crimes including, but not limited to: Criminal profiteering, loansharking, extorsion, animal fighting, illegal gambling, sports wagering, money laundering, and the seizing of assets. CEU Special Agents have an industry reputation of excellence, specializing in unique areas of criminal law. Our Special Agents receive extensive training, internal and external, and attend conferences across the country.
Some of what you will do:
- Work in partnership with federal, state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies providing your specialized skills.
- Develop probable cause through all legally available means, including working in an undercover role and managing confidential informants
- Conduct field interviews, physical and electronic surveillance, drafting and serving search warrants, tactical entry and making custodial arrests.
Why Join Our Team
- Interesting and challenging work, including a wide range of criminal investigations, and working with local, state, and tribal agencies.
- Paid law enforcement training and tuition reimbursement programs.
- Flexible work schedules.
- A working environment that supports diversity.
- Agency furnished equipment, including a take home vehicle and firearm.
Special Agent starting salary ranges from $61,591 - $82,865 annually, depending upon your education and experience.
Additional Compensation incentives
- Qualification for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Read more here.
- Candidates entitled to G.I. Bill education benefits administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs may qualify for a supplemental monthly check while participating in an on-the-job training program. The Special Agent position with the Washington State Gambling Commission is a position that require on-the-job training. Veterans may also qualify for other VA benefits entitled to them while training. To learn if you are eligible, please call the U.S. Department of Veterans
Required Qualifications
- High school graduation, GED, or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
We may give preference to candidates with the following qualifications
- Current Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Active or Retired Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certifications that are job related
- Degree’s that are job related
- Successful completion of the WA State Basic Law Enforcement Academy, or equivalent law enforcement academy.
- Experience as a commissioned law enforcement officer as a state, municipal, county, federal or tribal officer.
- Experience in complex criminal, financial, and/or digital/cyber/internet investigations
- Documented fluency in Vietnamese, Chinese, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, Russian, or Spanish languages.
READY TO PURSUE THIS OPPORTUNITY? - HOW TO APPLY:
Applying to become a Special Agent can take up to six months or more. We value your time and interest and are committed to moving the process along as quickly as possible.
- As a regulatory law enforcement agency, all our employees are required to meet the Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment. (Download PDF reader)
- Complete an online application on careers.wa.gov (“Apply” button at top of this announcement).
- Take written exam, Physical Ability Test, and complete Personal History Statement online through the Public Safety Testing (PST) website. Click on the Special Agent level that interest you to be taken to PST to begin the testing and exam process.
- Special Agent - Entry Level
- Special Agent – Lateral
5. Panel interview scheduled.
6. Background Investigation, Criminal History Check, Credit Check.
7. Polygraph Exam, Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Drug Test.
More information about the WSGC hiring process can be found here.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment (Download PDF reader).
As a Washington State limited law enforcement officer, the Special Agent is required to complete a basic law enforcement academy or equivalency. If you do not hold a current law enforcement certification you may be required to attend the Basic Law Enforcement Academy through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center. Prior experience and/or training as a fully commissioned peace officer, limited jurisdiction law enforcement officer for the State of Washington, or a Federal Law Enforcement training program may substitute for this requirement.
The Washington State Gambling Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format should provide contact information via email to recruitment@wsgc.wa.gov. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For questions regarding this recruitment announcement, email us at recruitment@wsgc.wa.gov or call (360) 252-9964.
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