About this role
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.
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Department of Public Safety - Gambling Control Unit
Job Class Code: 7056
Grade: 25 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $56,867.20 - $79,747.20/Annually
Location: Augusta, ME
Opening Date : November 5, 2026
Closing Date : November 20, 2026
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
DESCRIPTION: This is professional services work gathering, analyzing, and/or evaluating information from a variety of sources to develop and distribute actionable intelligence in support of law enforcement activities. Responsibilities include conducting complex and technical research and analysis in connection with criminal, anti-terrorism, and homeland security investigations; writing reports and presenting oral briefings; developing analytical products; testifying as a witness in court and administrative hearings; preparing/presenting classroom information and instructions; and serving as team leader for assigned investigation casework. Work is performed under limited supervision.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS: (A position may not be assigned all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all the duties that may be assigned).
Gathers, analyzes, correlates, and evaluates information from a variety of resources to develop finished intelligence for distribution and tactical planning in support of criminal investigations, homeland security matters, and other public safety issues.
Prepares written reports and finished products pertaining to tactical, operational, and/or strategic intelligence to provide information to law enforcement officials, homeland security, identified partners, and to support investigation/prosecution efforts.
Conducts targeted research, and prepares presentations and oral briefings to supervisors, managers, detectives, and/or identified partners concerning investigative, operational, and/or strategic intelligence to translate or explain what information means and how it can be used.
Searches federal, state, and local systems and databases to categorize, confirm, identify, and evaluate criminal organization members, criminal activities, and investigative overlaps.
Compiles, codes, categorizes, audits, verifies, and analyzes information/data to develop organizational, phone link and timeline charts using various intelligence/investigative software applications.
Plans, oversees, coordinates, assigns, and evaluates the work of support team members to ensure work is accomplished in a timely manner and in accordance with unit policies, procedures, and directives.
Reviews existing criminal investigative data to identify gaps, detect changes in circumstances or events, and recommend changes to investigative activities.
Conduct special projects and research studies linked to other related analytical activities to support criminal investigations, homeland security matters, and public safety.
Attends information, intelligence, investigation, and law enforcement meetings to share information, provide recommendations, and to support unit operational goals.
Performs training and instruction related to unit capabilities, operations, procedures, and practices to orient and train new employees, and support training needs.
Testifies as a witness before criminal, civil, and administrative courts to present facts and render opinions regarding analysis and results.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (These are required to successfully perform the work assigned).)
Knowledge of Department of Public Safety policies, methods, and procedures.
Knowledge of law enforcement operations and procedures.
Knowledge of data sources, data processing methods, methods of obtaining data, and techniques used in the analysis of data.
Knowledge of modern principles and techniques concerning the application of intelligence to all phases of local, state, and federal investigations, and strategies used in tactical planning activities.
Knowledge of applicable computer hardware, software applications, and databases.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Ability to critically evaluate information from multiple sources and determine the importance and limitations of each piece of information.
Ability to draw inferences and apply inductive/deductive logic in the analysis of criminal activities.
Ability to efficiently operate computer equipment, and prepare reports and analytical charts or graphs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to work effectively in an interagency environment with federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement.
Ability to instruct and train others in operational procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Ability to testify in court as a witness.
Ability to obtain/retain Department of Homeland Security clearance and required database access.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).
A Bachelor’s Degree in Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Criminology or a closely related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible related work experience. Work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).
Department of Homeland Security Clearance
EXAM PLAN:
Direct Hire.
To request a paper application, please contact Stephanie Hayes via email at [email protected]
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/som-health-plan/premium-rates) for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/benefits/health-premium-credit) .
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) .
- Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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