New Job Enforcement Agent In South Dakota

This is a Full-Time 40 Hour Weekly position with the Department of Revenue. For more information on the Department of Revenue, please visit https://dor.sd.gov/.

At the Gaming Commission, integrity is everything. It's at the heart of what we do for the industry, community, and patrons. The successful candidate will conduct investigations, enforce the rules and regulations of the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, participate in observation programs, and will work to protect the safety and welfare of the public and industry. We offer professional growth through training and career development by investing in our employees with mentoring and leadership programs. We offer a chance to give back to the community by supporting local organizations throughout the year.

Successful candidate must live within 30 miles of Deadwood.

This position is designated as a Class B member by the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS).

Licenses and Certifications:

Successful candidate must possess a South Dakota Law Enforcement Certification or have the ability to obtain within 1 year.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working in collaborative team environments and demonstrating effective time management, organizational skills with attention to detail. Equally important will be a strong work ethic, integrity, interpersonal skills, discretion, confidentiality, and a positive attitude.

Knowledge of:

• the gaming industry;
• investigation techniques;
• effective communication techniques;
• law enforcement.

Skill to:

• conduct fact-finding background and criminal investigations;
• analyze gathered information, prepare detailed reports and present information;
• use computer and software associated with position;
• organizational and time management skills;
• effective interpersonal skills;
• provide professional customer service;
• resolve gaming disputes;
• inspect gaming devices;
• monitor casino for violations;
• resolve citizens’ complaints;
• investigate violations of state statute.

Ability to:

• understand and interpret state laws, rules, and regulations as they apply to gaming activities;
• communicate clearly and concisely;
• gather, organize, and present information effectively and in a logical sequence;
• establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers, other agencies, and the public;
• work weekends and non-standard work hours in a rotating schedule;
• meet deadlines, think critically, and solve problems;
• become South Dakota Law Enforcement certified within the first year of employment.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation, and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class B retirement under SDRS.