Background Compliance Investigator

Division Overview:

The Gambling Control Division’s (GCD) mission is*maintaining a uniform regulatory climate that is fair and free of corrupt influences. The division is also responsible for collecting gambling revenue for state and local governments.*In addition to gambling regulation, GCD works with the Department of Cannabis & Alcohol Regulation Division to provide licensing, auditing, and investigative services.

Job Overview:

The Background Compliance Investigator position is primarily responsible for managing and conducting department-wide pre-employment background investigations to evaluate candidate suitability, verify credentials, and maintain strict quality and compliance standards across all hires.

This position will also be responsible for investigative support to the Gambling Control Division, the Department of Revenue-Alcoholic Beverage Control Division and Tobacco Division by conducting background, suitability, financial, corporate and other inquiries of applicants for licensure and non-institutional lenders to ensure they comply with the public policy of the state.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, sociology, or related field.
• Two years of job-related experience.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted

Preferred Qualifications:

• A law enforcement officer with a valid MT POST certificate
• A current or former law enforcement officer who will qualify for MT POST certification through equivalency testing within 1 year of hire.
• Other background or compliance experience considered

Special Instructions:

The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.

Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check
• Intensive Background Check
• Driving History
• Drug Testing

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume at the time of application.

Tip: When attaching your resume and cover letter, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”.

Your Resume: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service.

To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generousState of Montana Benefits.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify.

Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: Not Applicable

Salary: $

30.55 - 32.55 Yearly Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 50 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Other Locations

Missoula Agency: Department of Justice Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

Sep 23, 2026, 10:43:28 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

Oct 9, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Tama Fiaseu | Contact Email: DOJCSDHR@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5528 Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.