Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist 1/2/3

About the role

The Office of State Police is seeking a Gaming Technical Compliance Specialist to join our team. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity and security of electronic gaming and video draw poker devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform certifications, configurations, and testing of 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 liaison between 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 inspections at 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 standards to provide expert guidance and support ongoing compliance initiatives.
• Support ongoing training and education efforts for 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 trust in Louisiana’s gaming industry.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Job Specification

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

Benefits

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.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact: Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources
Kristin Garcia
P.O. Box 66614
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
kristin.garcia@la.gov