National
| Median wages (2008) |
$9.46 hourly, $19,690 annual |
| Employment (2006) |
18,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2006-2016) |
Much faster than average (21% or higher)
|
| Projected need (2006-2016) |
9,000 additional employees |
39-3012.00 - Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners
Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. Scan winning tickets presented by patrons, calculate amount of winnings and pay patrons. May operate keno and bingo equipment. May start gaming equipment that randomly selects numbers. May announce number selected until total numbers specified for each game are selected. May pick up tickets from players, collect bets, receive, verify and record patrons' cash wagers.
Sample of reported job titles:
Keno Writer / Runner, Casino Floor Runner, Race and Sports Book Writer, Casino Attendant, Floor Runner, Bingo Caller, Bingo Clerk, Sportsbook Ticket Writer, Video Gaming Casino Attendant
Tasks
- Compute and verify amounts won and lost, then pay out winnings or refer patrons to workers such as gaming cashiers so that winnings can be collected.
- Collect bets in the form of cash or chips, verifying and recording amounts.
- Collect cards or tickets from players.
- Answer questions about game rules and casino policies.
- Compare the house hand with players' hands in order to determine the winner.
- Check to ensure that all players have placed their bets before play begins.
- Conduct gambling tables or games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, and ensure that game rules are followed.
- Prepare collection reports for submission to supervisors.
- Pay off or move bets as established by game rules and procedures.
- Inspect cards and equipment to be used in games to ensure they are in proper condition.
