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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATION
Investigator V #0723-26
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What they do
A Surveillance Officer or Investigator uses surveillance tools and techniques to investigate a case for a private client. May follow an individual or watch a home or office site and use cameras, binoculars or GPS technology for surveillance
$46,786 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
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Position range in Travis County $38k
- $68k Per Year Investigator V #0723-26 TEXAS
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATION
Occupation:
Private Detectives and InvestigatorsLocation:
Austin, TX- 78701
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent EmploymentPosted:
07/29/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Not SpecifiedUpdated:
08/01/2026Expires:
08/28/2026Agency Job ID:
0723-26 Job #: 17047681 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. We Hire Vets Employers whose workforce is composed of at least 10 percent military veterans are eligible to receive a "We Hire Vets" employer recognition decal to proudly display on their storefront, an decal. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 60 Month(s) Age 18 and up CDL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Help for .Working title:
Investigator V Class title: Investigator V Posting No.: 0723-26Opening Date:
07/29/2026Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Location:
Bush Building, 1801 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701Class Code:
1355FLSA:
Professionals/Non-Exempt Salary Group/Salary:
B22, $57,614.04- $70,000.
Division:
LOBO Enforcement Number of positions: 1 General Description Performs advanced (senior-level) investigative work. Work involves planning, organizing, and conducting investigations and examinations involving possible criminal and administrative violations of the State Lottery Act and the Bingo Enabling Act. Performs law enforcement activities related to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation- Lottery and Charitable Bingo Division. Prepares reports on findings and recommendations. May plan, assign, and/or review the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Works under the direct supervision of the Manager, Investigations.
- Note
- This position may work as a commissioned peace officer. Essential Job Functions Oversees and/or plans, organizes, and conducts investigations and examinations of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations:
- Oversees or plans, organizes, and conducts thorough investigations into alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations involving the Texas Administrative Lottery Codes, Bingo Enabling Act, and Penal Code.
- Conducts criminal white-collar investigations involving business transactions.
- Identifies, contacts, and interviews potential witnesses and complainants.
- Evaluates and summarizes investigative findings; prepares detailed investigative reports and other reports; and prepares correspondence related to investigations.
- May perform undercover or surveillance work to document allegations regarding suspected violators and may participate in the prosecution of violators. Oversees and/or conducts background investigations, and conducts in-depth business and legal research and analysis:
- Oversees and/or conducts detailed background investigations of licensing applicants, contracted vendors in accordance with statutory standards, regulations, policy and procedure.
- Analyzes financial documents and filings and Securities and Exchange Commission filings such as registration statements, prospectuses, and other financial documents concerning the activities of public traded corporations and their affiliates.
- May examine, investigate, and analyze the business activities of entities to ensure compliance with statutory standards and regulations, and to determine initial or current eligibility of assigned Lottery vendors and contractors, Bingo equipment manufacturers and distributors.
- Reviews and researches legal aspects of investigations, recommending action as appropriate.
- Conducts research of available data sources and provides prompt assistance to internal departments and divisions, and to other law enforcement and regulatory agencies.
- May act as division representative on agency committees.
- May be assigned to act as signature authority and to perform the duties of the Manager, Investigations in his/her absence.
- May respond verbally and in writing to questions, concerns, and complaints from the public.