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Lottery Special Agent

Wisconsin Department of Revenue
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Lottery Services Specialist -Advanced (Lottery Special Agent)

Applications are only accepted online at https://wisc.jobs/.   Once there, search for the Lottery Services Specialist -Advanced (Lottery Special Agent) position at the Department of Revenue (DOR) to view the complete opening and apply for this job.

Are you a detailed oriented and organized individual with experience in conducting investigations, report writing and working individually and more importantly as a team? If so, this may be the perfect position for you!

The Wisconsin Lottery is a for-profit consumer products business within state government that sells its products via a network of nearly 4,000 retailers with almost $900 million in annual sales. The Lottery provides property tax relief to Wisconsin homeowners through the sale of lottery games while operating with integrity, security, and social responsibility. For more information about DOR, visit our website at http://www.revenue.wi.gov/. The Lottery website can be found at wilottery.com.

Remote/Telework up to 60%. Note: After the first year you can gradually increase up to 60% based on performance and workload needs. This position will be headquartered at the Milwaukee State Office Building, located at 819 N 6th St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  

The deadline to apply for this job announcement is July 5, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST. 

 

Position Summary

This position is a sworn law enforcement position and is responsible for ensuring the overall security of the Lottery. It is responsible for working collaboratively with other Lottery Special Agents to conduct Lottery investigations, assisting other agencies with their Lottery related investigations, enforcement of Wis. State Statute chapter 565, and conducting retailer assessments. This position is also responsible for overseeing and receiving the delivery and security of tickets, interacting with players and retailers on a regular basis, and maintaining case files electronically. The majority of time will be spent performing the following responsibilities:

  • Respond to both oral and written complaints of alleged violations of Lottery or state statutes, rules and regulations. Identify, secure and analyze documents, records and other forms of evidence that are relevant and substantive in a criminal investigation.
  • Prepare complete, detailed, and accurate investigative criminal reports.
  • Make arrests of violators pursuant to Ch. 73.031, and ch.565 Wis. Stats., and process those individuals through the judicial systems.
  • Provide technical advice, assistance, and training to local law enforcement agencies regarding lottery products with respect to forgeries, theft, attempts to redeem missing and/or stolen tickets, and other illegal activities as defined by statute.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must meet minimum standards, as required by law, to be a Wisconsin law enforcement officer and maintain certification in good standing throughout employment in this position.

2. Possession of a valid driver’s license and eligibility to use state vehicles. 

3. Ability to possess and carry firearms and other state issued equipment and maintain proficiency in their use per DOR policy and law enforcement standards.

4. Frequent travel with some overnight stays.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Ability to participate in criminal investigations in a field setting which may involve making an arrest, subduing a suspect, gaining forcible entry to and searching dwellings, conducting prolonged surveillance, and defending oneself against physical attack.

2. Ability to participate in investigative activities in hostile and stressful environments such as locations with high violent crime rates; remote and/or isolated locations in company of armed, violent, and unpredictable suspects; in automobiles at high rates of speed and requiring unsafe driving maneuvers; in unclean and germ-ridden conditions with individuals openly hostile to law enforcement representatives.

3. Possibility of exposure to unknown substances and chemicals used in the manufacture of drugs.

4. Ability to wear a concealed bulletproof vest, be armed with a handgun and handcuffs, and may be armed with a rifle.

 

Review the position description for additional information about the position’s duties and responsibilities.

 

Salary Information

Starting salary will be between $38.00 and $43.46 or up to the appointment maximum per the compensation plan, depending on experience and qualifications, plus benefits. For information on state benefits click here.  Current state employees' pay will be set in accordance with pay upon appointment provisions for the compensation plan for broadband pay schedule 07-03. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Working for Wisconsin State Government offers an exemplary benefits package with: 

  • Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
  • Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $39/month for single and $97/month for family coverage).
  • Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
  • A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
  • A  Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
  • A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
  • Use the total rewards calculator to help see the possible total annual rewards you could earn.

 

Job Details

The department will conduct a comprehensive background check, fingerprint check and tax compliance check prior to making an offer to hire.  

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.  The Department of Revenue does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any time. DOR participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information for all new employees to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.

 

Qualifications

Minimum qualified candidates will have: 

  • Current Law Enforcement certification through WI Law Enforcement Standards Board or eligible for immediate recertification.
  • Experience conducting investigations (e.g., collecting and analyzing information to determine compliance, etc.) occasionally as part of job duties (i.e., "as needed," or a few times/year).
  • Experience creating investigative and/or security monitoring compliance summaries and/or reports occasionally as part of job duties (i.e., "as needed," or a few times/year).
  • Experience obtaining evidence (e.g., documents, records, or other forms of information) relevant for an investigation occasionally as part of job duties (i.e., "as needed," or a few times/year).
  • Experience reviewing or monitoring the compliance of security related processes and/or procedures occasionally as part of job duties (i.e., "as needed," or a few times/year).

Well qualified candidates will also have:

  • Creating investigative and/or security monitoring compliance summaries and/or reports as frequent part of job duties (i.e., daily, weekly, or monthly).
  • Obtaining evidence (e.g., documents, records, or other forms of information) relevant for an investigation as frequent part of job duties (i.e., daily, weekly, or monthly).
  • Conducting investigations of related positions with the State of Wisconsin as a frequent part of job duties (i.e., daily, weekly, or monthly). 
  • Conducting investigations (e.g., collecting and analyzing information to determine compliance, etc.) as frequent part of job duties (i.e., daily, weekly, or monthly). 

 

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application via wisc.jobs.

Apply at https://wisc.jobs/.    Once there, search for the Lottery Services Specialist -Advanced (Lottery Special Agent) position at the Department of Revenue to view the complete opening and apply for this job.

For instructions, refer to the following link:  Applying to State Service.  

You must attach a current resume and a letter of qualifications in a Word or PDF compatible format. Make certain these documents clearly illustrate your qualifications as they relate to the education and/or work experience described in this announcement. For tips on developing your resume and letter of qualifications, click here.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a job expert and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.  If you are invited for an interview, you will be contacted via email.  Make certain your contact information is correct and check your email regularly. 

Interview results may be reused in accordance with the State of Wisconsin interview reuse policy.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion should complete the online application process.

The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Questions about this position can be directed to Maggie Davis, Human Resources Specialist Senior, via email at Margaret.Davis1@wisconsin.gov or phone at 608-266-3924.

 

Deadline to Apply

Applications must be submitted before or by July 5, 2024, 11:59 p.m. CST.