Salary : $5,011.00 - $10,144.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number:Department: DPS-Office of State Police
Opening Date: 10/28/2026
Closing Date: 11/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this JobCriminal Investigators in the Gaming Enforcement Division are responsible for licensing and permitting casino employees, video poker establishments, and technicians. The Criminal Investigator will investigate criminal or administrative complaints, review and correct reports, and assist other field offices and/or outside agencies. Criminal Investigators are part of the regulatory process for online betting, casinos, and video poker for the Louisiana State Police.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
Selected Preferred Competencies:Accepting Direction-The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Building and Supporting Teams-The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
Communicating Effectively-The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Following Policies and Procedures-The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.
Making Accurate Judgements-The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in investigatory work while employed as a commissioned law enforcement officer plus one of the following:
Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR
Twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.
Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other InformationJob Duties:- Supervise criminal investigators with assigned investigations and administrative assignments.
- Perform case reviews to ensure proper investigative techniques are employed.
- Review and correct investigative and administrative reports.
- Conduct and investigate all criminal complaints arising from mobile sports wagering.
- Evaluate all new sports wagering catalog requests or integrity concerns.
Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: Classified-Probational or Job Appointment
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8 Hour Days, 7 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: This vacancy is located in the
Gaming Enforcement Divisionin the Office of State Police, located in
East Baton Rouge Parish.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression and will be filled as a Criminal Investigator 4.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" 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 the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes
will notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Kristin Garcia
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA. 70896
Email:
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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship.Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship.
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Do you possess at least two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work, or military intelligence work?
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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please provide date(s) and the agency where the one year of investigatory work as a commissioned law enforcement officer was performed.
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Twelve (12) semester hours in a law enforcement or criminal justice field is one avenue for qualifying for this job.Have you successfully completed twelve (12) semester hours in a law enforcement of criminal justice field?
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IMPORTANT: If you answered yes to the previous question, you must list each course below in order to receive credit.Courses not listed below will not be considered for credit. Transcripts WILL NOT be reviewed at this stage of the hiring process. You must list your courses even if you are a current state employee. For EACH course:Provide the course code and number (example: ACCT 1001)Provide the course name (example: intro to accounting)Provide the number of SEMESTER hours completed (if QUARTER, you must specify) (example: 3 hours)Provide the college/university/institution you successfully completed the course at (example: LSU)Example of an entry : ACCT 1001 - Intro to Accounting- 3 hours- LSUIf you answered no to the previous question, simply type in N/A.
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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship.Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship.If you answered "No" to the above question, enter N/A.
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Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?
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If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc.), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.
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BST: Building and Supporting Teams - How well do you work with others to achieve shared goals and contribute to a positive team environment?
- I avoid teamwork, create conflict, or don't contribute.
- I contribute to team efforts with encouragement and guidance.
- I work well with others, contribute consistently, and support the team.
- I unite teams, build trust, and help others work through conflict.
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BST: Building and Supporting Teams - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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CE: Communicating Effectively - How well do you share information and ideas in ways that others can understand, relate to, and act on?
- I communicate unclearly, use poor tone, and ignore the audience.
- I share main ideas clearly and adapt to the audience when reminded.
- I communicate clearly, listen actively, and explain complex ideas well.
- I craft messages that connect, inspire, and drive action across audiences.
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CE: Communicating Effectively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?
- I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.
- I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.
- I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.
- I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.
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FPP: Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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MAJ: Making Accurate Judgments - How do you make decisions when faced with choices, risks, or limited information?
- I make reactive or delayed decisions and sometimes overlook risks, priorities, or potential bias.
- I try to weigh options but struggle when there's uncertainty, competing priorities, or unclear outcomes.
- I make timely, well-reasoned decisions by using available information, context, and trade-offs.
- I make sound decisions in complex situations, lead others through ambiguity, and adapt as new information emerges.
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MAJ: Making Accurate Judgments - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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ADi: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust whengiven feedback?
- I resist direction, ignore feedback, and need reminders to complete tasks.
- I follow direction with reminders and often need clarification or support.
- I follow direction reliably, adjust to feedback, and complete tasks on time.
- I adapt quickly, follow through, and help others adjust as needed.
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ADi: Accepting Direction - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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