State of Arizona
Racing Special Agent
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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF GAMING Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) is the state agency charged with regulating tribal gaming, event wagering & fantasy sports contests, racing and pari‑mutuel/simulcast wagering and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports prevention, education, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling.
Job Location Arizona Department of Gaming 100 North 15th Avenue Suite 202 Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Turf Paradise – Horse Track 1501 West Bell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85023
Posting Details Salary: Up to $70,000/Annually (DOE) Grade: 21 Closing Date: October 30, 2025
Job Summary Under the general direction of the Racing Enforcement Manager, the Racing Special Agent (Multi‑Unit Special Agent of Racing) is responsible for conducting independent field investigations and enforcing all applicable state statutes, federal racing regulations, and rules established by the State of Arizona. This position also assists in developing unit policies, performing administrative duties as assigned, and providing testimony when required. The agent may also act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a higher‑level supervisor.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Job Duties
Conduct independent criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations or provisions of federal, state, and/or local laws, rules, or regulations pertaining to racing. Cooperate with and secure the assistance of federal, state, and local law‑enforcement agencies, when necessary.
Maintain accurate master investigation case files and obtain/verifies evidence to support administrative action and/or prosecution. Locate and interview witnesses and persons suspected of violations and provide documentation with exhibits in chronological order and maintain daily/monthly and annual statistics pertaining to horse racing investigations. Conduct physical searches, fingerprinting, human drug/alcohol testing, and proper handling of evidence.
Investigate matters relating to the proper conduct of racing and pari‑mutuel wagering to include barring undesirables from racing, undercover investigations, fingerprinting persons to be licensed by the department, and reviewing license applications.
Perform complex regulatory investigations of various entities and individuals applying for state racing licensure; conduct background investigations that may include examination of DPS and FBI criminal history record information, open‑source research, and information from partnering law‑enforcement agencies and third‑party background databases. Conduct inspections/investigations on OTB/wagering facilities.
Lead field investigations, operations, or projects; participate in multi‑agency investigations or assignments; and/or develop and interpret programs or policies which specifically require investigatory or law‑enforcement expertise. Responsible for completing detailed supplemental reports and other documentation necessary to support investigations.
Act as a temporary special agent in other areas of the department (certification, investigations & inspections, machine compliance, event wagering/fantasy sports, intelligence) during non‑racing season, as assigned. This may include working in an undercover capacity, participating in the execution of search/arrest warrants, conducting background checks, or investigating actual or suspected violations of the tribal‑state gaming compact, depending on assignment. Visit event wagering licensees’ facilities, investigate EWFS rule violations, and compile EWFS data contained in the central database.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Arizona statutes and rules related to racing
Department structure and chain of command
Investigation techniques and procedures including interviewing, interrogation tactics, and securing and preserving evidence
Open‑source research regarding background investigations
Assessment/evaluation of potential public safety issues in public places/facilities
General criminal law
Confidentiality and tactfulness
Microsoft Office and the G‑Suite/Workplace
Skills
Time management and organization
Desktop research/examination of applications, public records and other documentation
Writing detailed investigative reports to support investigative findings and conclusions
Experience with investigations, interviewing and interrogation concepts and practices
Policy and procedure development and review
Positive and effective communication
Abilities
Ability to work weekends dependent on race‑day schedule at any given racetrack within the state
Ability to be flexible in an ever‑changing environment, to gather facts, organize and comprehend information
Capable of demonstrating open communication with necessary permittee employees, licensees, department staff and management
Computer‑literate, including basic typing skills and better‑than‑average written and verbal communication skills
Selective Preferences
Applicants will not be considered if you are not a current or former sworn police officer. The department of gaming will not sponsor any applicant in a police academy. Requires unrestricted current certification by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST).
Applicants must be a certified Arizona peace officer in good standing or be eligible to obtain Arizona peace officer certification via the AZPOST waiver process within 6 months of hire date. To be eligible, a person must have previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona or another state, must have completed basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course, and must meet all of the minimum qualifications for certification as an Arizona peace officer.
Must have experience in positive horsemanship, and a clear understanding of common terminology, horse‑to‑human communications and behaviors.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Valid Arizona driver’s license. The following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
Must have at least five years of experience in law enforcement or in conducting or supervising investigations in some aspect of racing law enforcement.
Must be AZPOST certified in good standing.
Benefits
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the paid parental leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement To help you build a financially secure future, positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at HumanResources@azgaming.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF GAMING Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) is the state agency charged with regulating tribal gaming, event wagering & fantasy sports contests, racing and pari‑mutuel/simulcast wagering and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports prevention, education, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling.
Job Location Arizona Department of Gaming 100 North 15th Avenue Suite 202 Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Turf Paradise – Horse Track 1501 West Bell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85023
Posting Details Salary: Up to $70,000/Annually (DOE) Grade: 21 Closing Date: October 30, 2025
Job Summary Under the general direction of the Racing Enforcement Manager, the Racing Special Agent (Multi‑Unit Special Agent of Racing) is responsible for conducting independent field investigations and enforcing all applicable state statutes, federal racing regulations, and rules established by the State of Arizona. This position also assists in developing unit policies, performing administrative duties as assigned, and providing testimony when required. The agent may also act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a higher‑level supervisor.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Job Duties
Conduct independent criminal, civil, and/or administrative investigations to detect or verify suspected violations or provisions of federal, state, and/or local laws, rules, or regulations pertaining to racing. Cooperate with and secure the assistance of federal, state, and local law‑enforcement agencies, when necessary.
Maintain accurate master investigation case files and obtain/verifies evidence to support administrative action and/or prosecution. Locate and interview witnesses and persons suspected of violations and provide documentation with exhibits in chronological order and maintain daily/monthly and annual statistics pertaining to horse racing investigations. Conduct physical searches, fingerprinting, human drug/alcohol testing, and proper handling of evidence.
Investigate matters relating to the proper conduct of racing and pari‑mutuel wagering to include barring undesirables from racing, undercover investigations, fingerprinting persons to be licensed by the department, and reviewing license applications.
Perform complex regulatory investigations of various entities and individuals applying for state racing licensure; conduct background investigations that may include examination of DPS and FBI criminal history record information, open‑source research, and information from partnering law‑enforcement agencies and third‑party background databases. Conduct inspections/investigations on OTB/wagering facilities.
Lead field investigations, operations, or projects; participate in multi‑agency investigations or assignments; and/or develop and interpret programs or policies which specifically require investigatory or law‑enforcement expertise. Responsible for completing detailed supplemental reports and other documentation necessary to support investigations.
Act as a temporary special agent in other areas of the department (certification, investigations & inspections, machine compliance, event wagering/fantasy sports, intelligence) during non‑racing season, as assigned. This may include working in an undercover capacity, participating in the execution of search/arrest warrants, conducting background checks, or investigating actual or suspected violations of the tribal‑state gaming compact, depending on assignment. Visit event wagering licensees’ facilities, investigate EWFS rule violations, and compile EWFS data contained in the central database.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Arizona statutes and rules related to racing
Department structure and chain of command
Investigation techniques and procedures including interviewing, interrogation tactics, and securing and preserving evidence
Open‑source research regarding background investigations
Assessment/evaluation of potential public safety issues in public places/facilities
General criminal law
Confidentiality and tactfulness
Microsoft Office and the G‑Suite/Workplace
Skills
Time management and organization
Desktop research/examination of applications, public records and other documentation
Writing detailed investigative reports to support investigative findings and conclusions
Experience with investigations, interviewing and interrogation concepts and practices
Policy and procedure development and review
Positive and effective communication
Abilities
Ability to work weekends dependent on race‑day schedule at any given racetrack within the state
Ability to be flexible in an ever‑changing environment, to gather facts, organize and comprehend information
Capable of demonstrating open communication with necessary permittee employees, licensees, department staff and management
Computer‑literate, including basic typing skills and better‑than‑average written and verbal communication skills
Selective Preferences
Applicants will not be considered if you are not a current or former sworn police officer. The department of gaming will not sponsor any applicant in a police academy. Requires unrestricted current certification by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST).
Applicants must be a certified Arizona peace officer in good standing or be eligible to obtain Arizona peace officer certification via the AZPOST waiver process within 6 months of hire date. To be eligible, a person must have previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona or another state, must have completed basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course, and must meet all of the minimum qualifications for certification as an Arizona peace officer.
Must have experience in positive horsemanship, and a clear understanding of common terminology, horse‑to‑human communications and behaviors.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Valid Arizona driver’s license. The following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
Must have at least five years of experience in law enforcement or in conducting or supervising investigations in some aspect of racing law enforcement.
Must be AZPOST certified in good standing.
Benefits
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave – up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short‑term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the paid parental leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement To help you build a financially secure future, positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at HumanResources@azgaming.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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