Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist

Overview

The Gaming Enforcement Division is committed to the strict regulation and control of statutorily authorized gaming entities in conjunction with the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB). The regulation of gaming and the enforcement of criminal gambling laws promote the public's health, safety, and welfare by safeguarding the people of this state against corrupt and dishonest practices. The program also provides professional services in an effective, innovative, and fair manner that instills public confidence while fulfilling duties that ensure accurate revenue collection and reporting from licensees, protect the state's assets, and ensure the integrity of all gaming devices and systems by enforcing compliance with all state laws, regulations, and licensees  internal controls related to legally authorized gaming in Louisiana.

As a Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 4, you will be protecting Louisiana’s gaming integrity by delivering professional, precise, and proactive technical enforcement that inspires public trust and safeguards state assets.

Five years of information technology or electronic technician experience; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any area plus two years of information technology or electronic technician experience; OR

An associate s degree plus three years of information technology or electronic technician experience; OR

A bachelor’s degree plus two years of information technology or electronic technician experience.

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.

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

The Gaming Enforcement Division’s Technical Group ensures the integrity of Louisiana’s gaming industry through innovation, accountability, and precision. Our mission is to:

• Certify and inspect gaming systems and devices to protect the public s trust.
• Respond swiftly to licensee requests for installs, upgrades, and conversions.
• Maintain transparent documentation and communicate findings with accuracy.
• Collaborate with enforcement, audit, and technical teams to ensure compliance.
• Train and support staff while driving continuous improvement in technical controls.
• Safeguard state equipment and oversee inventory with diligence and care.

Together, we strengthen compliance, protect state assets, and ensure fairness in gaming—delivering excellence in every task, every time.

Appointment Type: This position is a PROMOTIONAL opportunity to PERMANENT employees of DPS/Louisiana State Police.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Location: This position is located in East Baton Rouge Parish.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link and 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).

The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For more information, please contact:

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

Email: kristin.garcia