DEPARTMENT OF GAMING

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

Salary: $30.53 - $32.21 (DOE) 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: May 27, 2026

Conduct investigations to ensure compliance with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Event Wagering and Fantasy Sports rules, State and Federal laws. This may include, but is not limited to, conducting forensic audits and financial investigations, examining individual and/or company financial records, writing or assisting with comprehensive reports, conducting interviews, and testifying at hearings and in court. Assist the Racing Division and Boxing & MMA in conducting financial reviews of licensees.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (1-2 days per week in the office/hoteling).
OR
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 Financial investigations of entities and individuals for State Gaming Certification and/or licensure to ensure compliance with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Event Wagering and Fantasy Sports rules and State and Federal laws. This may include, but is not limited to, conducting forensic audits and financial investigations, examining individual and/or company financial records.
Financial Investigators confer and coordinate with Special Agents, and assist in preparing comprehensive reports of findings. Confer with supervisors and managers, assist the Attorney General, Tribal and Event Wagering & Fantasy Sports entities. Testify in administrative and/or criminal proceedings as necessary. Assist the Racing Division and Boxing & MMA in conducting financial reviews of licensees.

Skills:

Gathering facts, organizing, and comprehending information to make logical interpretations necessary to perform operational duties.

Interviewing

Write factual, understandable and complete reports.

Confers and cooperates with Special Agents, Officials, and representatives of various law enforcement.

Confers and cooperates with judicial and tribal agencies both nationally and locally.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Information research.

Customer service.

Analysis, decision-making and problem-solving.

Effective communications (written and oral).

Critical reading and thinking.

Time management.

Quality Assurance.

Ability:

Maintain all accounting related certifications.

Testify at hearings, depositions and in court

Work under pressure meeting deadlines.

Exhibit personal initiative.

Prioritize effectively.

Adapt to changing assignments and priorities.

Respond to inquiries with tact, diplomacy, and appropriate timely information.

Work as a team player within several divisions.

Organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks on a daily basis.

Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with agency staff and the public.

Complete assigned tasks accurately.

Work independently with minimal supervision.

Meet deadlines.

Report work status, issues, and inquiries timely.

Be organized.

Be analytical.

Be professional.

Problem solve.

Analyze and establish priorities.

Display sound judgment.

Travel, which may include overnight stays.

Work from home.

Professional certifications such as CPA, CFE, CIA, EA or CMA, and at least one year of audit/accounting experience are preferred. Financial investigators should have an extensive accounting or financial investigative background.

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).

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 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.