Working Title: Investigator
Job Class: Investigation Specialist 1
Agency: Gambling Control Board
Job ID : 94401
Location : Roseville
Telework Eligible : Yes. Up to 50% per Telework Policy.*
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/21/2026
Closing Date : 05/27/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Gambling Control Board / Gambling Control-MAPE
Division/Unit : Lawful Gambling Control-Payroll / Investigators
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes. Up to 10%
Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Employees/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Come work for the Gambling Control Board where you can help ensure the integrity of charitable gambling for the State of Minnesota. This position conducts evaluations and investigations to determine compliance of lawful gambling rules and statutes.
Responsibilities include:
Evaluate and investigate alleged and suspected gaming irregularities and allegations of fraud to determine compliance with lawful gambling rules and statutes.
Interview witnesses and individuals suspected of lawful gambling fraud; collect and analyze evidence; subpoena witnesses and records; prepare reports with recommendations.
Assist in the regulation of lawful gambling by providing guidance and training to gambling industry personnel and board staff, evaluating and recommending regulations, and assisting local law enforcement officials.
Evaluate and test gambling products prior to sale in Minnesota; provide recommendations regarding approval or denial.
Provide lead work direction or technical assistance to staff from other agencies relating to regulations, licensure, and compliance.
Provide city, county, and state attorneys with information necessary for effective prosecution.
*Telework info:
This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.
Existing employees who were approved to telework from a bordering state and more than 50 miles from their work location before June1, 2025, may retain this arrangement unless they move further away.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held. ex) May 2023 to June 2025
Two (2) years of professional level experience conducting criminal and/or civil investigations.
Applicants who meet the above experience requirement will be further evaluated based on the following:
Experience with computer software systems sufficient to understand reporting and analyze expected versus actual outcomes.
Experience using math and/or accounting principles to detect fraudulent schemes, identify/uncover pertinent evidence and make correct deductions and inferences.
Experience interviewing subjects and witnesses.
Experience writing investigative reports.
Knowledge of procedures for gathering and documenting evidence.
*A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, paralegal, law enforcement, accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration or related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of lawful gambling regulations and industry games.
Master's Degree or advanced training (e.g., degrees, certificates, coursework) in law enforcement, criminal justice, forensic accounting, or similar field.
Experience in law enforcement or other government investigative or regulatory enforcement.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the employee must have:
Ability to move throughout the building while performing physical inspections of gambling premises or storage facilities.
Ability to move gambling equipment up to 60 lbs. and transport back to the office.
Maintain vehicle, insurance, class D driver's license and/or reliable transportation.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Gambling Control Board that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
Reference check
Criminal Background check
Driver'sLicense Check
Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
Additional assessment may be required during the interview process
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
