Compliance Assistant

SUMMARY:   

Responsible for providing support to the Compliance Department in all areas of regulatory compliance requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists to research for information, submittals and notifications to or from the Tribal Gaming Agency or the Arizona Department of Gaming. 
• Assists in reviewing monthly reports, prepare reports, document results and forward to the department involved and Administration of the casino. 
• Assists with retention and filing of memorandums and correspondence to the Tribal Gaming Agency, Arizona Department of Gaming and Casino Administration. 
• Assists with review of Policy and Procedures for various departments. 
• Assists with writing, filing and distribution of correspondence from the Compliance Department, to and from Tribal Gaming Agency or the Arizona Department of Gaming and the Administration of the Casino.  This may include coordinating meeting times with departments or management and/or the Tribal Gaming Agency, if applicable. 
• When required, may attend meetings with or for the Director of Operational Compliance and / or the Title 31 / Compliance Manager to take notes of the meetings. 
• Performs operational reviews (audits) under the direction of the Title 31 / Compliance Manager and / or the Director of Operational Compliance. 
• Compliance Specialist will act as the go to person for Compliance related matters in the absence of the Title 31 / Compliance Manager as designated by the Title 31 / Compliance Manager and / or Director of Operational Compliance by memorandum.

•  Ability to work flexible hours, shifts, or days as determined by business demands.

• Maintain compliance and always adhere with all applicable laws, gaming regulations, internal controls, Employee Handbook, and policies and procedures.
• Complies with BlueWater Resort & Casino rules and regulations and ensures that all employees are in compliance, and complies with Federal, State and Tribal laws. 
• Ensure compliance with company and OSHA safety standards.
• All other duties as assigned and / or directed (maintaining segregation of duties).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  All Employees must be knowledgeable to all Company policies and procedures.

• Must be proficient in standard office procedures and equipment.

• Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act / Anti Money Laundering / USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC Regulations.

• Knowledgeable in Word, Excel and Windows. 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision is a must. 
• Problem solving skills much needed to clearly present ideas and findings to management and other departments.
• Knowledge in compliance, attention to detail, thoroughness, organization, analyzing information, PC proficiency, data entry skills, and general math skills. 
• Verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required. 

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• One (1) year compliance experience or equivalent work experience or Associates Degree required: High School diploma minimum.  Must have at least three (3) years gaming experience.
• Must be proficient in standard office procedures and equipment, attention to detail required, and knowledgeable in Word, Excel and Windows. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
•  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, stoop, and kneel, as well as move through all areas of the casino.
• The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor office environment.  This position regularly works indoors. 
• The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times.  
• Will have contact with employees, external agencies and the public.

ACCESSIBILITY: 

• At the discretion of the Tribal Gaming Agency, appropriate license required.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent.  The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.