Title: Lead Investigator #00015
State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer III
Hiring Range: $70,000 - $80,000
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Racing Commission
Location: Virginia Racing Commission
Agency Website: www.vrc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
About the Agency
The Virginia Racing Commission (VRC) regulates horse racing conducted with pari-mutuel wagering, advance deposit account wagering, historical horse racing, and the Virginia Breeders Fund within the Commonwealth, safeguarding public trust and ensuring accurate revenue collection and financial integrity across all licensed activities. The VRC's investigative function exists to uphold these objectives through effective compliance oversight, internal controls, and comprehensive fieldwork spanning the Commission's full regulatory scope and its licensees.
About the Position
The Lead Investigator reports to the Director of Enforcement and Compliance. This role is responsible for conducting background checks, site visits, interviews, and all aspects of investigative fieldwork across all activities regulated by the Virginia Racing Commission under Title 59.1, Chapter 29 of the Code of Virginia and Title 11, Agency 10 of the Virginia Administrative Code. This includes horse racing conducted with pari-mutuel wagering, advance deposit account wagering (ADW), historical horse racing (HHR) terminals and facilities, and the Virginia Breeders Fund and related equine incentive and breed-development programs, as those programs are developed and expanded. Investigates suspected incidents of illegal activity, fraud, licensing violations, or other regulatory noncompliance across these program areas. Findings directly inform licensing decisions and potential enforcement actions, ensuring that only qualified and trustworthy entities operate within Virginia's racing and gaming environment.
Flexibility in work schedule is required. This position will include weekend assignments during racing season and may require work on certain holidays based on operational demands.
Minimum Qualifications
•Familiarity with investigative procedures, from evidence collection to interview techniques.
•Keen observation and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to interpret complex financial or legal information.
•Strong interpersonal abilities to conduct interviews, build rapport, and effectively communicate investigative findings.
•Proficiency in technology relevant to investigations (databases, surveillance equipment, etc.).
•Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential data.
Additional Considerations
Familiarity with pari-mutuel wagering, casino/HHR systems, or other highly regulated gaming environments. Experience in conducting investigations.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover sheet. AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call 804-225-2131 for assistance.
All applicants are subject to a background investigation. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Contact Information
Name: Kimberly Crutchfield
Phone: 804-292-6542
Email: kimberly.crutchfield@dhrm.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
The Commonwealth of Virginia is located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. It was the 10th state to be admitted to the Union on June 25, 1788. Home to approximately 8 million residents, Virginia is the 12th most populous state in the United States. The capital is Richmond, and its most populous city is Virginia Beach.
The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
The modern government of Virginia is nearly identical in structure to the federal government, and is divided into 3 branches, these being the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches. The Virginia General Assembly is comprised of the 100-member House of Delegates and the 40-member Senate. A governor and lieutenant governor are elected every 4 years. Governors cannot be elected to or serve consecutive terms. Virginia’s judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Circuit Courts, and the lower General District Courts and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia has 13 electoral votes in presidential elections, and possesses 11 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
