Consumer Protection Gaming Investigator

The State of Connecticut, Department of Consumer Protection (DCP), is accepting applications for the position of Consumer Protection Gaming Investigator in Hartford, CT. Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POSTC) Certification required.

Recruitment #AR-001

Hartford, CT

9/4/2026 12:00:00 AM

$78,535 – $101,632/year

Open to the Public

9/18/2026 11:59:00 PM

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• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

• Full time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• First shift, may demand occasional evening or weekend hours
• Located at 450 Columbus Blvd in Hartford, CT
• This hybrid position is eligible to apply for telework, in accordance with the Telework Policy.

The Consumer Protection Gaming Investigator is responsible for independently performing a full range of tasks in investigating complaints and alleged violations of state laws and regulations pertaining to state regulated lottery, pari-mutuel operations, iCasino, daily fantasy sport contest, retail & online sports wagering. The DCP Gaming Investigator will report to the Lead Gaming Investigator and Division Director.

• Conducting surveillance,
• Interviewing witnesses, complainants and others to obtain information,
• Secure evidence in form of statements, documents, records and exhibits for use in administrative hearings and court; investigates backgrounds of licensees, subcontractors and agents,
• Analyze financial records and other reports,
• Identify possible threats to internal and external security,
• Gather information and write reports,
• Prepare and submit affidavits and applications for arrest warrants,
• Apprehend suspects and makes arrests,
• Present cases in court,
• Performs related duties as required.

The Department of Consumer Protection’s (DCP) Gaming Division is responsible for regulating legal gambling programs in Connecticut, which is comprised of casinos, lottery, iLottery, Off-Track Betting (OTB), retail sports wager & online sports wagering, online casino gaming, and fantasy contests. This is accomplished through a rigorous program of game and system approvals, licensing, inspections, monitoring, audits, and investigations which are conducted to best safeguard consumer interest and integrity of the gaming process.

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  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits:
  List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date on the job posting.
• Resume Policy:
  Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and…