Senior Regulatory Investigator

NC Lottery; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina State Lottery Commission is seeking a Senior Regulatory Investigator to lead high‑stakes investigations across sports wagering and gaming operations in Raleigh, NC. You will mentor staff, shape enforcement strategy, and act with strong judgment in fast‑moving regulatory contexts.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in investigative or regulatory fields, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and communications. Partial telework may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of investigative/regulatory experience or equivalent.
• Experience in gaming or other highly regulated industry preferred.
• Knowledge of investigative principles, evidence gathering, interviews, and reports.
• Ability to independently conduct complex investigations and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct highly complex investigations into gaming law violations, licensing, fraud, and integrity matters.
• Mentor investigators on strategies, evidence collection, interview techniques, and reports.
• Coordinate investigative activities and escalate matters as needed.
• Review case documents for completeness and adherence to standards.
• Interview, gather evidence, analyze findings, and maintain case records.
• Prepare detailed case summaries and enforcement recommendations.
• Identify regulatory risks and advise on process improvements and policy changes.
• Develop, implement, and refine investigative policies and templates.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and refer cases when criminal activity is identified.
• Support investigations by sports governing bodies and data transmissions under the law.
• Testify in administrative or judicial proceedings as necessary.
• Track investigative metrics and operational performance.
• Stay informed on industry developments and emerging threats.

Skills

Regulatory investigations

Fraud investigations

Digital evidence

Interviewing

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, accounting, finance, information systems, public administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Case management software

Data analytics software

Job description

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Senior Regulatory Investigator

Regular Full-Time Professional Raleigh, NC, US

Help safeguard the integrity of North Carolina's sports betting industry. The North Carolina State Lottery Commission is seeking a Senior Regulatory Investigator to lead complex investigations into fraud, potential licensing violations, and integrity threats across regulated sports wagering and gaming operations. If you've built your career investigating fraud, misconduct, or compliance failures, this is your next mission. As the Senior Regulatory Investigator, you’ll take ownership of the most sensitive cases, mentor investigative staff, and help shape the agency’s enforcement strategy. This rare opportunity is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in fast-moving regulatory environments and brings strong judgment to challenging situations. If you’re ready to apply your expertise in regulatory investigations and fraud and risk analysis, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on consumer protection and industry integrity statewide.

The fast-paced, collaborative team at the Lottery Commission recently earned the Great Place to Work certification and was named a Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct highly complex and sensitive investigations involving potential violations of gaming laws, Commission rules, licensing requirements, fraud, integrity concerns, responsible gaming issues, cyber security incidents, geolocation matters, and other areas of regulated gaming
• Mentor and train investigators by providing guidance on investigative strategies, evidence collection, interview techniques, report writing, case management procedures, application of regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Assist management in prioritizing and coordinating investigative activities, monitoring case progress, and identifying matters requiring escalation to management
• Review investigative reports, case summaries, and related documents for completeness, consistency, and adherence to Division policies and established investigative standards
• Conduct interviews, gather and analyze evidence, prepare investigative findings, and maintain complete and accurate case records
• Prepare detailed case summaries, investigative reports, and recommendations regarding potential enforcement or corrective actions
• Identify emerging trends, patterns of noncompliance, and potential regulatory risks and make recommendations to management regarding process improvements, policy changes, and enforcement strategies
• Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of investigative policies, procedures, templates, and best practices
• Coordinate with law enforcement agencies and make referrals when criminal activity is identified.
• Support law enforcement and sports governing bodies in their investigations of criminal and integrity-related matters by facilitating the transmission of wagering data as appropriate under the law
• Testify and present investigative findings during administrative proceedings, judicial proceedings, and Commission meetings, as necessary.
• Assist management in tracking and reporting investigative metrics, trends, and operational performance measures
• Stay informed of industry developments, emerging technologies, and evolving threats affecting regulated gaming operations

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, accounting, finance, information systems, public administration, or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible investigative, compliance, audit, law enforcement, or regulatory experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the gaming industry, technical or financial regulation, white collar law enforcement, or other highly regulated industry is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of investigative principles, evidence gathering techniques (including digital evidence), interview methodologies, and report preparation.
• Ability to independently conduct complex investigations and make sound judgments in sensitive and rapidly evolving situations.
• Ability to clearly communicate findings and prepare concise, thorough, and defensible investigation reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify patterns, asses risk, and recommend appropriate regulatory action.
• Thorough understanding of the gaming industry, gaming technologies, and state and federal gaming laws and regulations, or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with licensees, attorneys, law enforcement agencies, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to train, coach, and provide constructive guidance to investigative staff.
• Ability to exercise sound discretion and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn case management and data analytics software systems.

Preferred Certifications and Licenses:

• Certified AFC Investigator, Professional Certified Investigator, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist

Hiring Range: $79,418 – 95,000 (depending on experience)

North Carolina residency required; this position may be eligible for partial telework.

Closing Date: The position will remain open until filled; submit your application materials on or before September 23, 2026, for priority consideration.

About the North Carolina State Lottery Commission

The North Carolina State Lottery Commission is an independent, self-supporting agency of the State of North Carolina. The North Carolina State Lottery Act (Chapter 18C in the North Carolina General Statutes) establishes the Commission not only to oversee the operation of the state-run lottery, but also to regulate other sanctioned gaming to generate funds for the state.

The Commission is the licensing and regulatory body responsible for the authorized sports wagering market in North Carolina. You can learn more about the Commission’s regulatory role atncgaming.gov.

The Commission also operates the North Carolina Education Lottery, which raises money for a great cause! All of the earnings of the North Carolina Education Lottery go to education. We award nearly $10 million a day in lottery prizes. To learn more about the state lottery, visit our websitenclottery.com .

At the North Carolina State Lottery Commission, we deal with winners every day: our employees! We offer competitive pay and benefits, flexible schedules, professional development opportunities, casual attire, open communication, and a fun work environment.

All employees of the Commission are expected to support the organization's values (honesty, respect, integrity, and trust) and its commitment to corporate social responsibility (including responsible gaming, environmental awareness, community involvement, etc.).