Job Description
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Senior Financial Investigator
Criminal Bureau
Gaming Enforcement Division
(Boston Office)
The Attorney General's Office is looking for a highly motivated individual of integrity and commitment to public service to serve as a Senior Financial Investigator in the Gaming Enforcement Division within the Criminal Bureau. The Gaming Enforcement Division is a statewide team of prosecutors, investigators, administrators, and other staff, partnered with the Massachusetts State Police, and charged with investigating and prosecuting gaming-related crimes pursuant to G.L. c. 12, § 11M.
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Primary Duties: As a Senior Financial Investigator in the Gaming Enforcement Division, the successful candidate will be involved in investigating criminal conduct related to expanded gaming in the Commonwealth, including violations of G.L. c. 23K, G.L. c. 23N, G.L. c. 267A, and G.L. c. 271, and other illegal activity, such as gaming-related financial crime, cheating, public order offenses, and other criminal activity occurring at the casino. The position requires a candidate with a proven track record of versatility and adaptability and the ability to build bridges and exercise good judgment. Division members work closely with the State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit assigned to both the Attorney General's Office and the Gaming Commission, as well as federal, state, and local law enforcement partners which requires a candidate to have a demonstrated history of successful partnerships with other law enforcement agencies.
The Senior Financial Investigator will be expected to handle a case load and be charged with coordinating investigations with State Police, prosecutors, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, and support staff. The Senior Financial Investigator will be responsible for financial investigation, background investigation, call detail analysis, report writing, affidavit writing, and integrating data from various sources. Additional functions will include testifying in court and grand jury proceedings, assisting with the drafting and service of subpoenas and preservation orders, screening potential cases for investigation and prosecution, fostering relationships with industry stakeholders, participating in training, and working cohesively with others in the Office of the Attorney General.
All employees assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Division are subject to the Enhanced Code of Ethics adopted pursuant to G.L. c. 12, § 11M(c).
Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions.
Salary: $88,000 to $98,000, commensurate with experience.
To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General's Office at: https://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASP and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.
You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is February 6, 2025.
Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041.
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Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:
Melissa Vallejo, Administrative Assistant
Gaming Enforcement Division
617-963-2024
Qualifications
Position Requirements :
• Bachelor's degree preferred;
• Applicants should have a minimum of 7 to 10 years of investigatory experience, preferably with law enforcement. Prior experience with the investigation of gaming laws, organized crime, and/or money laundering is preferred;
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information is required;
• Experience conducting interviews and writing reports, as well as synthesizing and interpreting data, is required;
• Ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast-paced environment while remaining respectful, flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is required;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, online databases, and social media sites is required. The ability to learn other software applications, as needed, is also required;
• Experience with mining online databases and social media applications is preferred;
• Experience testifying in court or other legal proceedings is preferred;
• Applicants should possess great organizational and analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate proficient time-management skills in handling several objectives concurrently is required.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment. Although this position is centrally based in Boston, the successful candidate will be required to travel, as needed, to other areas of the Commonwealth in support of investigations and litigation. Accordingly, a valid Massachusetts driver's license is required.
The Attorney General's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General's Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.
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