Licensing Specialist jobs in Duluth, MN

General Summary:

Completes daily responsibilities of the gaming employment licensing system of the Fond du Lac Band in accordance with federal and tribal regulatory requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Notifies appropriate Managers/Division Directors for employees with violations on background check.
• Track employee petitions process and inform appropriate parties of procedures and timelines.
• Tracks, maintains, and conducts annual background checks due.
• Notifies employees of any changes in the Gaming License.
• Audit files for updates as needed.
• Maintain manual and electronic file systems for background checks.
• Performs background investigations of gaming employment applicants, including personal references, financial histories, and criminal histories, through the following methods:
  • Contacts former employers and character references to verify employment record and review personal background of applicants.
  • Examines public records and on-line services to review the residential and legal histories of applicants.
  • Performs criminal history investigations of applicants in coordination with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
  • Fingerprints applicants and processes fingerprint data through the National Indian Gaming Commission and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
  • Analyzes information gathered by investigation and prepares a report/petition of findings and recommendations for the Reservation Business Committee.
• Administers the rehabilitation process under the gaming/non-gaming regulations for applicants with prohibitory crimes.
• Travels to local agencies during work hours to complete background information.
• Performs drug testing functions in accordance with policy when needed or as directed.
• Submits reports to regulatory agencies in a timely manner.
• All Employee Compliance department employees will be required to cross train for other Employee Compliance department positions as designated to ensure a smooth running operation of the department.
• Appropriate work attire is required.
• Must attend all mandatory department trainings.
• Ensures confidentiality for financial records and all records for employees and/or clients.
• Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems.
• Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers.
• Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community.
• Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Normal physical requirements.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required. A.A or A.A.S is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting background investigations is required.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing certification is required; if not certified at the time of hire must become certified within 90-days of hire and must maintain certification for the duration of employment. Training will be provided.
• Local Agency Security Officer Certification is required; if not certified at the time of hire must become certified within 90-days of hire and must maintain certification for the duration of employment. Training will be provided.
• Knowledge of computer applications to include word processing, databases and/or data entry, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook is required.
• Competency in report writing is required.
• Ability to be licensed by the Compliance department for a Class A Gaming license.
• Position requires on call availability.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
• Ability to work independently and establish priorities is required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships on all projects and with all parties involved.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Fond du Lac Reservation’s Personnel Policies.
• Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
• Subject to immunization review and submitted proof of required vaccinations.
• Travel is required.

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APPLY TO: Fond du Lac Human Resources
1720 Big Lake Road
Cloquet, MN 55720
218-878-2653