Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 1/2/3

Posting number: 419-228239-ESS

Department: DPS-Office of State Police

Job classification: GAMING TECHNICAL COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Code Enforcement, IT and Computers, Telecommunications, Investigative, Miscellaneous, Maintenance, Records Management, Database Administration, Software

At the Office of State Police, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

We’re looking for a Gaming Technical Compliance Specialistto join our team—a detail-driven, tech-savvy role at the heart of Louisiana’s regulated gaming industry. In this position, you’ll play a key part in maintaining the integrity and security of electronic gaming and video draw poker devices by certifying, testing, and inspecting equipment to ensure it meets strict technical and compliance standards. You’ll work directly with industry professionals, law enforcement, and internal teams to monitor devices, verify software accuracy, investigate potential tampering, and ensure all systems report revenue and performance correctly.

If you're analytical, highly organized, and excited to help uphold fairness and trust in one of Louisiana’s most dynamic industries, this could be the opportunity for you!

• Two years of information technology or electronic technician experience; OR
• Six years of full-time work experience in any area; OR
• An associate's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any area. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any area.

• Perform certifications, configurations, and testingof electronic gaming devices, video draw poker machines, and monitoring system software to ensure devices are secure, unaltered, and compliant with state regulations.
• Serve as the primary technical liaisonbetween gaming industry representatives and the Video Poker Technical Support/Administrative Section, reviewing issues, providing input, and assisting with the implementation of compliant solutions.
• Conduct random compliance inspectionsat licensed gaming establishments to verify that devices and monitoring systems meet security, certification, and regulatory standards approved by independent testing laboratories.
• Collaborate with internal teams and higher-level staff to investigate technical problems, recommend solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of certifications, inspections, and compliance activities, ensuring accurate records for regulatory and audit purposes.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, gaming devices, and industry standardsto provide expert guidance and support ongoing compliance initiatives.
• Support ongoing training and education effortsfor internal staff and licensees regarding device operation, monitoring systems, and compliance procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission of maintaining integrity and public trustin Louisiana’s gaming industry.

• Position-Specific Details: Location:Gaming Enforcement Divisionin the Office of State Police, located in East Baton Rouge Parish.
• Appointment Type: This job opportunity may be used to fill a probational appointment, job appointment, or promotional appointment.
• Career Progression:This position may be filled as a Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 1/2/3.Compensation:The compensation depends on qualifications and experience. The minimum salary for the Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 1 is $1,570.40/biweekly.
• Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
• How to Apply:No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” linkand complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

\*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you have a disability and need a special accommodation. All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background check(s).

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization. Contact InformationFor more information, please contact:

Department of Public Safety ATTN: Human Resources/Elyssa Schexsnayder P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA 70896

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.