Gaming Commission Compliance Officer

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: Compliance Officer

Reports To: Gaming Commission

Location: Klamath, CA

Salary: G2 $18.74 - $24.45/hour - DOE

Classification: Full Time, Regular, Non-Exempt, Non-Entry Level
Summary: Responsible for monitoring and inspection of the gaming activities and operations in order to protect Tribal assets and the integrity of the Tribe associated with all the Tribe’s gaming activities. Ensures tribal gaming is conducted in adherence to applicable laws, regulations, internal controls and assists in mitigating risk of theft and fraudulent activities.
Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all Yurok Tribe Gaming Commission (“Commission”) Policies and Procedures.
• Promote and maintain positive staff relations both internally and externally.
• Conduct background investigations for approval by the Gaming Commissioners for gaming licenses of gaming related personnel and vendors.
• Maintain gaming licensing files for employees and vendors.
• Maintain communication with the Gaming Commissioners via electronically, verbally and any other forms of identified communication.
• Report all incidents that may be infractions to the governing documents to the Gaming Commission as recorded by the Compliance Personnel.
• Collect information from inspections, monitoring as well as compliance investigations. Compile this information into reports for review by the Gaming Commission and/or as requested.
• Assists in the review of new or changed Casino Policies and Procedures for all departments involved in gaming activity to ensure compliance with the NIGC, Compact, Tribal and any other applicable regulations and laws.
• May perform functions of other positions as required.
• Abide by Commission confidentiality and code of conduct policies.
• Must be capable to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Responsible for assisting the Gaming Commission in the overall direction, coordination, and implementation of the department’s responsibilities per the governing documents.
• Assist the Gaming Commission in the review of customer complaints filed with the Commission, as well as assisting in resolving gaming related matters.
• The Compliance Officer will have access to sensitive areas and information of the gaming facilities, vendors, and employees. The Compliance Officer must be accompanied by another authorized individual when accessing sensitive areas, and will be required to maintain strict confidentiality
• Perform duties in a well-lighted, ventilated and temperature-controlled office environment. Occasional exposure to smoke-filled and noisy environment.
• Compliance correspondence to Yurok Tribe Gaming Commission.

Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D, college degree preferred, and a minimum of two (2) years of management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Law enforcement background in both administration and investigation fields preferred. Accounting background preferred.
• Ability to analyze and interpret numerical data, including statistical information.
• Computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Must have working knowledge of NIGC regulations, California Tribal-State Compacts, and Gaming Ordinances.
• Must have working knowledge of Class II and III casino games offered.
• Must possess reasonable ability to communicate in English.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to maintain visual attention and mental concentration for significant periods of time.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable by YEDC’s insurance carrier.
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required.
• Must have a Tribal Gaming License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) as a requirement for this position.
• Must abide by the Commission’s confidentiality policy.
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and nights; must be willing to be on call.

Must successfully pass a drug screening test and criminal background check.

Tribal Preference Policy: In accordance with the TERO Ordinance 93-0-01, Tribal Preference will be observed in hiring.

Veteran’s Preference: it shall be the policy of the Yurok Tribe to provide preference in hiring to qualified applicants claiming Veteran’s Preference who have been discharged from the United States Armed Forces with honorable and under honorable conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $38,979.20 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a background for a gaming license?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,979