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Title: Lottery Investigator - Part Time

Hiring Range: $35.00 / Hourly

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia Lottery

Location: VAL RICHMOND HQ

Agency Website: www.valottery.com

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

For more than three decades, the Virginia Lottery has worked to build a strong reputation, one synonymous with providing fun, entertaining experiences and doing so responsibly and with integrity. Proceeds from traditional Lottery games support K-12 public education in Virginia. Taxes generated by sports wagering and casino gaming, which are regulated by the Lottery, benefit other priorities of the Commonwealth.
The Virginia Lottery, an independent state agency, is currently seeking a fun, energetic, Lottery Investigator (part-time) to join its Security Department. This position is located in Richmond, Virginia. This is a wage position and is limited to 1,500 hours of work in the twelve-month period beginning May 1, through April 30. No state benefits are provided.

The Lottery Investigator - Part Time will conduct Lottery-related investigations involving allegations of criminal and regulatory violations, as well as background investigations of potential Lottery employees, retailers, and vendors. The position is responsible for collecting and analyzing facts and evidence, preparing detailed reports of findings, testifying in court, and working with local & state law enforcement agencies. The position primarily handles cases in the Central Virginia area and reports to the Chief of Investigations. However, this position is subject to handle cases as needed throughout the state.

Minimum Qualifications

The person selected for this position will have:
Extensive knowledge of criminal investigative techniques and practices; excellent verbal and written communications skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; proficiency in using automated databases and systems as an integrated part of job responsibilities - and in generating & analyzing data as part of investigative process; familiarity with facility & workplace security strategies and systems; demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups & collaborate on team projects; and proven ability to make sound decisions. Confidentiality is a must.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Five years' experience In Law Enforcement with an emphasis in conducting criminal investigations.
Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Law Enforcement Certification required.
Must meet statutory minimum qualifications for law enforcement officers (15.2-1705, Code of VA)
Must have never been convicted of a felony, bookmaking or other forms of illegal gambling, or of a crime involving moral turpitude (58.1-4008, Code of VA), or any crime of domestic violence.
Must undergo a Physical Examination, subsequent to a conditional offer of employment, conducted under the supervision of a licensed physician.
Must reside in Virginia and be willing to live within 50 miles of assigned geographic area's business center.
Must pass a Background Investigation.
Must have a valid Virginia Driver's License with a good driving record.
Must be willing to do occasional overnight travel statewide and be willing to work some irregular work schedules as needed.

Additional Considerations

Background in conducting cyber-crime investigations.
Advanced degree in Criminal Justice or related field.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background investigation.
The Virginia Lottery is an independent state agency, and as such all positions are exempt from the Virginia Personnel Act, as well as most Executive Branch human resources policies. The Virginia Lottery is a fun place to work and values diversity in the workforce. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The Virginia Lottery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only online applications completed in their entirety will be accepted for this position. The Virginia Lottery will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed when applying online, please contact the Virginia Lottery's Human Resources Department at (804) 692-7000. Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-692-7000

Email: N/A

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.