GAMES & SYSTEMS ANALYST
Job Location:
Arizona Department of Gaming
100 North 15th Avenue
Suite 202
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $60,000 – 70,000 (DOE)
Grade: 21
Closing Date: August 02, 2026
Job Summary:
The Games & Systems Analyst will provide support to ensure the gaming regulations and standards are met and in compliance with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Appendices, and Minimum Internal Control Standards. This position will review and/or approve casino internal controls, policies and procedures, rules and regulations for new or revised card and table games, event wagering, promotions, lotteries, and tournaments. The Games & Systems Analyst will research and develop internal procedures for the tracking, storage and maintenance of the aforementioned documents. This position will also review and analyze existing and emerging technologies and products for compliance and to identify potential regulatory issues. Participates in the biennial Tribal Compact compliance reviews and to audit tribal compliance with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Appendices, and Minimum Internal Control Standards. Occasionally facilitates card and table game training for the tribal partners and external stakeholders. Assists in assembling correspondence and developing regulatory standards for any new gaming activity as allowed by the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact. Builds effective collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that applicable regulatory and compliance communications concerning legal, regulatory, technological, and/or operational issues are disseminated in a timely manner. Provides support to the Games & Systems Manager by collecting and coordinating regulatory and compliance data and procedures. Works closely with Tribal Gaming Offices to identify and explain potential areas of non-compliance with the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact and appendices and to find solutions to resolve those issues.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
● Reviews and approves casino internal controls, policies and procedures, rules, and regulations for new and/or revised card and table games, event wagering, promotions, lotteries, and tournaments.
● Works corroboratively with the Games and Systems Manager regarding Tribal-State Gaming Compact and appendices interpretations and regulatory issues, and gaming industry regulatory and compliance standards.
● Works closely with Tribal Gaming Offices, Gaming Facility Operators, manufacturers, distributors and testing laboratories regarding all aspects of the Arizona Tribal-State Gaming Compact, appendices, and Minimum Internal Control Standards.
● Works to identify and explain potential areas of non-compliance and work in partnership with the partners and stakeholders to collaboratively find solutions to resolve any non-compliant issues.
● Reviews Review and analyze existing and emerging regulations, technologies, and products for compliance and to identify potential regulatory issues.
● Provides support throughout the Agency by collecting and coordinating regulatory and compliance data and procedures.
● Provides internal and external training and/or presentations to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and Agency objectives.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
● Comprehensive knowledge of the Arizona Tribal-State Compact and its appendices.
● Principles and practices of auditing and accounting, casino internal controls/procedures, and gaming industry standards, rules and regulations.
● Open State and federal laws, including gaming statutes, Gaming Regulation and/or Operation.
● Auditing techniques.
● Techniques in reviewing and analyzing financial data.
● Conducting data management, including the techniques in reviewing and analyzing data
● Computerized products used in event wagering systems and processes.
Skills in:
● People management and leadership.
● Reading, writing, interpreting, and understand gaming regulations.
● The ability to make logical interpretations of regulations, laws, and policies.
● Working with people within tribal gaming operations, as well with tribal regulators, casino employees, and vendors.
● The ability to interpret and apply Compact requirements, state statues, federal rules and regulations.
● Maintaining working relationship within the gaming industry.
● Team building, mentoring, and training and/or conducting presentations.
Ability to:
● Pay attention to details, organized and problem solve.
● Be to be professional and have effective communication(both written and oral).
● Be analytical.
Selective Preference(s):
● Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or related field and/or a minimum of three (3) years in the gaming industry.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
● Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
Benefits:
● The Arizona Department of Gaming offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
○ Sick leave
○ Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
○ Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
○ Health and dental insurance
○ Retirement plan ○ Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
○ Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
To help you build a financially secure future, positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at humanresources@azgaming.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by contacting Linn Carrasco (623) 955-9061 emailing lcarrasco@azgaming.gov Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation
