Requisition No: 887327
Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission
Working Title: WT: CHIEF GAMING ENFORCEMENT LEGAL ADV - 41500201
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 41500201
Salary: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually
Posting Closing Date: 04/10/2027
Position Number: 41500201
Hiring Salary: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually
The Florida Gaming Control Commission is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the Lottery, as well as directly enforcing Florida’s gaming laws and combatting illegal gambling activities.
The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with Commissioners appointing an Executive Director who leads a team of more than 200 staff members. The mission of the Florida Gaming Control Commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement.
The Commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.
The Division of Gaming Enforcement is a criminal justice agency comprised of sworn law enforcement officers and criminal intelligence analysts handling complex cases involving RICO, money laundering, and illegal gambling throughout the state.
Working at the Commission provides an exciting opportunity to participate in regulating authorized gaming and enforcing cutting-edge laws in the gambling industry. This means employees get to tackle emerging issues and make a real impact.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
The Office of the General Counsel is currently seeking a Gaming Enforcement Legal Advisor to provide support to the Commission’s Division of Gaming Enforcement. The selected individual will be responsible for:
Furthermore, the Gaming Enforcement Legal Advisor’s primary responsibility will be to represent the Commission in all Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act proceedings. This position will continuously review the Division of Gaming Enforcement’s policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. It will operate under the supervision of the General Counsel.
** Applicants are required to submit a legal writing sample by the closing date of the advertisement by uploading the documents into their People First profile or emailing the writing sample to: ebonie.lanier@flgaming.gov, for further consideration. **
Where you will work:
This position could be located in the following cities: Tallahassee, Ocala, Jacksonville, Ft. Lauderdale, or Sarasota.
Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The state offers a comprehensive compensation package for our employees that features a highly competitive set of benefits including:
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
We hire only U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with
disabilities and improving employment outcomes.
The Commission values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country
and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the FGCC Office of Human Resources by phone at (850) 794-8030 or by email at ADA.Coordinator@flgaming.gov. The FGCC requires that applicants provide notification in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.
Florida boasts the third largest population in the country and is richly diverse in both population and landscape. With an award-winning park system, warm weather and beautiful bodies of water, Florida is the perfect environment for recreational activities and outdoor enthusiasts. Our favorable tax climate means your income goes further and our business-friendly policies foster private sector growth. Joining Florida’s talented, diverse workforce provides the opportunity to achieve your professional goals while living in a state that values quality of life, culture and recreation. For employment opportunities with the State of Florida, visit https://jobs.myflorida.com.
