Background Investigator l

The Compliance Department's Background Investigator I (BGI) is responsible for performing in-depth background checks for all casino licensees as well as the intake, report development and tacking of all Karuk Tribe Gaming Commission (KTGC) licensees. Responsible for performing in depth background checks for all required gaming, non-gaming, vendors and lease tenant applications. Will be responsible for following all Tribal, Federal and State backgrounding processes and requirements. Will assist the Compliance team on other compliance matters as defined by the Karuk Gaming Ordinance, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) Tribal-State Compact, Karuk Tribe Gaming Commission Rules, Regulations as well as Compliance department policy & procedures.

1. Adheres to all governing documents, laws and ordinances including but not limited to IGRA, Karuk Tribal-State Compact, Karuk Tribal Gaming Ordinance, Karuk Gaming Commission Rules and Regulations, Internal Controls and other applicable laws and regulations that govern Indian gaming.

2. Must be able to comply with the KTGC code of ethics.

3. Must be able to perform in depth background investigations of all potential licensees of the KTGC in accordance with all licensing regulations and processes.

4. Creates detailed reports on all potential licensees of the KTGC to be found suitable or unsuitable for a Class A or Class B license.

5. Creates detailed reports for all potential gaming and non-gaming vendors and gaming resource suppliers of the KTGC to be found suitable or unsuitable for a certificate (license).

6. Ensures that all fingerprint processes are being followed in accordance with all fingerprint policies of the KTGC.

7. Must be able to conduct interviews of applicants as well as renewal applicants in-person, over the phone on video conference.

8. Compiles information for the gaming license background investigation for recommendation to the Karuk Gaming Commission.

9. Assists in organizing and coordinating the gaming license files and responses. Ensures completeness.

10. Track all conditional licensees and report to the Compliance Supervisor and Director all findings and update accordingly.

11. Submits and presents to the Supervisor of Compliance, Director and the Karuk Gaming Commission all licensing findings along with appropriate recommendations.

12. Assists with investigations as directed by the Gaming Compliance Director.

13. Promotes and maintains positive staff relations both internally and externally.

14. Reports all incidents that may be infractions of the governing documents to the Gaming Compliance Director.

15. Responsible for assisting the Supervisor of Compliance in the overall direction, coordination, and implementation of the department’s responsibilities per the governing documents.

16. Must be knowledgeable of and able to successfully navigate the Compliance department’s digital licensing software.

17. Adheres to Tribe’s and Program’s confidentiality and personnel policies.

18. Be available for local and out of the area travel as required for job related training and various activities.

19. Attends all required meetings, trainings, and functions.

20. Be polite and maintain a priority system in accepting other job-related duties as assigned.

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Native American youth and family members in culturally diverse environments.

2. Displays the ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public.

3. Demonstrates the ability to manage time well and work under stressful conditions with an even temperament.

4. Demonstrated ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

5. Demonstrates the ability to use a variety of computer programs and in particular understand, and when necessary, operate software such as Windows 10 and MS Office Suite applications.

6. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, be able to prioritize duties and ensure timely completion of tasks.

7. Strives to be “solution-focused” and presents challenges with recommendations for solutions that best meet the needs of the Karuk Tribe.

8. Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with the public, outside agencies, both public and private.

1. High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree (G.E.D). and a minimum of:

a. Two (2) years of prior job interviewing experience; or

b. Equivalent combination of education with job interviewing experience

2. Must be at least 21 years of age.

3. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

4. Must be able to analyze and interpret court records, police reports, credit reports and other reports necessary to perform complete background checks.

5. Must become able to become a superuser for all licensing software used by the Compliance department.

6. Must be able to become fluent in all software applications used by the Compliance department to properly perform background checks.

7. Must be able to gain a working knowledge of National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) regulations, California Tribal-State Compacts, and Gaming Ordinances.

8. Will be required to become Criminal Information Justice Service (CJIS) certified; multiple levels of certification may be required.

9. Must be able to qualify and retain a Tribal Gaming License for this position.

10. Ability to maintain visual attention and mental concentration for significant periods of time.

11. Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and nights; must be willing to be on call.

12. Must be a self-starter, well organized, and willing to learn new skills.

13. Must possess a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and be insurable by the Tribe’s insurance carrier.

14. Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening test.

15. Must adhere to a pre-employment background check as required, including FBI fingerprinting and criminal background check.

Tribal Preference Policy: In accordance with the TERO Ordinance 93-0-01, Tribal Preference will be observed in hiring.

Veteran’s Preference: It is the policy of the Karuk Tribe to provide preference in hiring to qualified applicants claiming Veteran’s Preference who have been discharged from the United States Armed Forces with honorable and under honorable conditions.