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Licensing Agent
Tribal Gaming Commission
Licensing Manager/Lead Licensing Agent
Hourly - $16 - $21 (DOQ)
SUMMARY
The Licensing Agent is responsible for following the licensing policies and procedures as required by
PGC Regulations, National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) requirements, Pala’s Compact with the
State of California and the departmental policies and procedures (hereinafter referred to as Regulations).
Also, responsible for conducting backgrounds on licensing applicants as required by Regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Ensures that the work they perform complies with all Regulations.
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Ensures the timely completion of work.
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Able to perform a comprehensive interview with applicants to determine past history and present
financial status.
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Able to analyze the financial status of an applicant.
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Able to perform a background investigation on an applicant sufficient to allow them to make a
recommendation to the Commissioners on the applicants’ suitability for licensure.
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Fingerprinting of applicants.
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Receives and maintains confidential criminal history reports as required by Regulations.
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Ensures that the Licensing Data Base is kept accurate and up-to-date as it relates to their work.
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As directed by the Licensing Manager/Lead is responsible for the timely filing of all reports and
documentation required by Regulations.
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Responsible for complying with the Licensing departments’ policies and procedures.
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Analyzes procedures performed and makes recommendations to the Licensing Manager/Lead on
changes to established procedures for the Licensing Department.
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Interacts with regulatory and law enforcement agencies regarding the licensing of applicants at
Pala as directed by the Licensing Manager/Lead.
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Interacts with Casino Management regarding the licensing of applicants as directed by the
Licensing Manager/Lead.
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Interacts with Executive Committee, Commissioners, and Staff.
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Maintains commission files and records according to prescribed Regulations.
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Ability to interact with all levels of personnel and the public.
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Must be able to present a professional attitude and demeanor when dealing with the public and
gaming personnel.
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Ability to work independently.
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Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced setting.
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Ability to understand and adhere to confidentiality policy.
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Other duties as assigned by the Licensing Manager/Lead.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS
• None.
QUALIFICATIONS
• The Licensing Agent must have the ability to learn and comprehend Regulations as they relate to
licensing.
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Knowledge of the California Penal Codes.
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Ability to read and write the English language. Bilingual Spanish preferred.
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Gaming experience preferred.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Certificate from a college or technical school; or one year related experience in licensing and/or
law enforcement; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules or procedure manuals. Ability to write
routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages and interest.
REASONING ABILITY
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or
diagram form.
CERTIFICATES and LICENSES
• Must be able to receive and maintain a valid Key Employee License from the Tribal Gaming
Commission and must receive, upon application and consideration by the NIGC, a determination
of suitability.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to
finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk see or hear. The
employee will need to be able to lift at least 10 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to work near a
moderate noise level.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace as a condition of
employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre-employment and
random drug testing during employment. A DMV printout is required with your
employment application. A background check will also be required.
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Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference
to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members. Pala Band of Mission Indians
is an equal opportunity employer.
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All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the
Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.
HOW TO APPLY
PLEASE SUBMIT A RESUME AND APPLICATION TO:
Pala Band of Mission Indians
Human Resources Department – Attn: Lisa Rios
PMB#50, 35008 Pala Temecula Road
Pala, CA 92059
Email [email protected] or [email protected].
Fax: 1-760-742-3684
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Posted: 4/23/2012