Compliance & Licensing Specialist

Job Overview The Compliance and Licensing Specialist will assist the Director of Compliance with meeting expectations and regulatory requirements of the Pennsylvania Gaming Commission. This position will have experience in industries such as Legal, Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering, or Program Management, preferably in a casino or law firm setting.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist the Director of Compliance with developing and overseeing compliance with gaming laws, including Title 31 of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.
• Serve as Compliance Department point of contact during the absence of the Director of Compliance.
• Monitor casino transactions for suspicious activity and ensure timely reporting of Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Proactively identify, report, and rectify compliance breaches or vulnerabilities.
• Investigate patron disputes related to game integrity and operational procedures.
• Assist in the investigation of suspected non-compliance incidents, including theft, fraud, or money laundering.
• Work closely with PGCB, law enforcement and regulatory agencies on investigations
• Prepare detailed reports of findings and assist with corrective actions or disciplinary measures
• Maintain and update compliance records by retention policies
• Maintain PGCB licensing database for casino employees, ensuring all employees are properly licensed.
• Ensure all casino employee license applications and renewals are submitted in a timely manner.
• Assist with the maintaining of the casino Responsible Gambling Program.
• Assist with the maintaining of the casino AML/Title 31 program.
• Review and assist in the approval of amendments of casino Internal Controls, Standard Operating Procedures, and other relevant policies.
• Must be able to be approved and maintain licensure as required by Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.
• Must have thorough knowledge of an approved Responsible Gambling Program.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of applicable Federal and State Law, as well as Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Regulations.
• Must have the ability to quickly analyze a situation and come to a conclusion on an appropriate course of action.
• Possess strong leadership qualities.
• Exceptional communication skills for interacting with PGCB, law enforcement and other regulatory agencies.
• Ability to be on call during weekends and late-night hours.
• THIS IS NOT A COMPLETE AND EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF DUTIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION. A COMPLETE LIST OF DUTIES WILL BE PROVIDED TO SELECTED CANDIDATES PRIOR TO FINAL HIRING
• PRIOR TO FINAL HIRING.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies, Finance, Criminal Justice, or Business preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of relevant legal, compliance, or program management experience, preferably in a casino or law firm setting.
• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in a legal or Anti-Money Laundering setting.
• A paralegal certificate and relevant work experience may be substituted for educational requirements.

Why Happy Valley Casino?

• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Time That Promote Work/Life Balance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Options
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Robust Employee Recognition Program
• Local and National Discount Programs Through EAP & Tickets@Work
• Unlimited growth potential

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person