FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

United States Department of Justice; California; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Field Representative role with the State of California’s Department of Justice conducts field inspections of cardrooms and tribal casinos to ensure compliance with the Gambling Control Act and related statutes. The position involves interpreting regulations, preparing reports, and coordinating investigations with law enforcement partners.

Based in Alameda County with hybrid telework, you will travel to casino environments, work under the Bureau of Gambling Control, and support enforcement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal gambling laws, investigation techniques, and interview processes and procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Diplomatic in dealing with law enforcement agencies and the public.
• Travel is required and the incumbent must be able to work in a casino environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of cardrooms and tribal casinos to ensure compliance with gambling laws and regulations.
• Interpret statutes, regulations, and compacts related to gambling; conduct preliminary investigations of unsuitable methods of operation.
• Prepare inspection and investigative reports; identify violations and report to Compliance and Enforcement or Licensing staff.
• Serve as liaison between the Bureau and local, state, and federal agencies; provide gambling subject matter expertise and assist investigations.

Skills

Gambling laws

Investigation techniques

Interviewing

Written communication

Travel

Casino environment

Job description

Field Representative
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

$6,256.00 - $8,011.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/16/2026

Under the general direction of a Special Agent Supervisor, the Field Representative will independently perform field inspections of cardrooms and tribal casinos to ensure compliance with the Gambling Control Act, Penal Code, Tribal State Compacts, California Code of Regulations Title 4 and Title 11. This involves interpreting statutes, regulations, and compacts relating to gambling; conducting preliminary investigations of allegations of unsuitable methods of operations; preparing inspection and preliminary investigative reports; identifying violations and reporting pertinent information to Compliance and Enforcement or Licensing staff; analyzing problems and offering solutions to supervisory and management staff, as well as writing correspondence related to the field inspection findings. The incumbent will also act as a liaison between the Bureau and various local, state, and federal agencies, and will provide gambling subject matter expertise and assistance to individuals conducting investigations and coordinating investigations with other law enforcement agencies.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

• FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $6,256.00 - $8,011.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Alameda County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

Day

Work Week:

Monday to Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Gambling Control, Compliance and Enforcement Section in our DublinField Office.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• For more information about the Department of Justice, please visit the Attorney General's website at https://www.oag.ca.gov/ .
• Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR .

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• A fingerprint check will be required.
• To be eligible for Field Representative appointment you must be eligible for transfer, reinstatement, or have list eligibility.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal gambling laws, investigation techniques, and interview processes and procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Diplomatic in dealing with law enforcement agencies and the public.
• Good work habits.
• Travel is required and the incumbent must be able to work in a casino environment.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.