Regulatory Agent / Regulatory Agent In Training

COWLITZ INDIAN TRIBE; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowlitz Indian Tribe in Ridgefield, WA seeks a Regulatory Agent-In-Training or Regulatory Agent to monitor gaming operations and ensure compliance with Tribal/State Compact, IGRA, and internal regulations. The role requires audits, investigations, and maintaining confidentiality while upholding CIT’s mission and values.

Starting salaries range from $30.30 to $33.33 per hour depending on position; on-site work at ilani with variable shifts and weekend/holiday assignments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; one year of professional experience in gambling, investigations, IT, or auditing preferred.
• Must obtain CTGC Gaming License as a condition of job offer; CPR/First Aid certifications within three months of hire.
• Background screening, drug test, and fingerprint verification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts audits and investigations of internal controls, casino procedures, gaming regulations and Tribal Ordinance violations.
• Issues Barring notices and reports deficiencies.
• Inspects gaming areas and monitors for compliance with standards, laws, and regulations.
• Maintains confidentiality and provides excellent customer service.

Skills

Observation techniques

Confidentiality

Written communication

Multiple tasks

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Ridgefield, WA 98642

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $30.30 - $33.33 Hourly

Position: Regulatory Agent-In-Training or Regulatory Agent 1

Schedule: Varies by Shift Assignment

Location: ilani, Ridgefield, WA, onsite

Classification: Full time

Opening Date: August 6, 2026

Closing Date: September 1, 2026

Starting Salary: Agent in Training: $30.30 per hour / Regulatory Agent 1: $33.33 per hour

Position Summary

Observes and monitors all functions of the gaming operation to ensure compliance according to Tribal/State Compact, Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), Cowlitz Tribal Gaming Commission Regulations, Policies, and Procedures, Minimal Internal Control Standards (MICS), and all applicable laws and regulations. Honors and represents the mission, vision, values of CIT and the Gaming Commission.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts routine and complex audits that may involve investigations dealing with internal controls, casino procedures, gaming regulations and Tribal Ordinance violations occurring within the casino.
• Collects, examines, maintains, and properly accounts for evidence of illegal activity to assist in Commission hearings, trials, and investigations.
• Issues Barring notices.
• Must be able to accept non-standard shiftwork, to include graveyard, swing, weekend, and holiday assignments; days off may vary from week-to-week.
• Inspects assigned areas of the gaming operation; documents and reports on deficiencies or violations of applicable standards, compacts, laws, and regulations.
• Observes table games, player services, count room, security, slot department, and gaming surveillance operations for compliance.
• Inspects and monitors all gaming equipment for integrity, authenticity, and accuracy.
• Monitors and ensures the proper shipping, receiving, installation, relocation, removal, replacement, and storage of gaming devices.
• Maintains control of sensitive keys during assigned shift; provides escort to sensitive gaming areas for employees and vendors.
• Ensures physical safety of assets, patrons, and employees of the gaming operations.
• Resolves patron gaming disputes; issues exclusions to patrons as requested.
• Maintains communication with gaming and public safety departments; investigates and reports gaming crimes, procedural violations, and illegal activities.
• Prints temporary gaming licenses for employees; responds to questions from casino operations and patrons.
• Participates and attends meetings as requested or required.
• Provides excellent customer service for all internal and external customers of the operations at all times.
• Maintains and enhances professional skills and techniques through participation in educational workshops, classes, and trainings.
• Maintains confidential information.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of traditional form of government, customs, and traditions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local gaming-related laws, regulations, and requirements including the Gaming Compact.
• Knowledge of the casino’s operation, internal controls, game rules, gaming activities, and surveillance system.
• Knowledge of game protection and cheating techniques.
• Knowledge of records management and basic accounting procedures.
• Skill in observation techniques.
• Ability to operate various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to remain calm in adverse situations.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of professional experience in at least one of the following areas preferred:
• Work in the gambling industry
• Conducting complex investigations
• Information technology experience working on or with computerized network systems.
• Interpreting and applying complex rules, laws, and policies
• Financial auditing, record inspections, or record investigations preferred
• One year of demonstrated experience in building positive professional and / or public relationships preferred
• Must have or be able to obtain and a CTGC Gaming License as a condition of job offer.
• Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within three months of hire.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background screening / investigation according to the established requirements below.

Tribal Preference

Tribal preference in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions.

Background Investigation Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screen.
• Personal reference check and employment verification.
• Federal, state, and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks including fingerprint verification.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear and have 20/20 vision. The employee occasionally is required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in an interior setting or gaming operation. Exposure to hazardous materials or machinery, dust, allergens, infectious disease, hostile individuals, and potentially dangerous situations will occur. Noise level is moderate to excessive. Frequent evening and/or weekend work will be required. Occasional travel will be required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events.