Gambling Dealers
SOC Code: 39-3011 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Operate table games. Stand or sit behind table and operate games of chance by dispensing the appropriate number of cards or blocks to players, or operating other gambling equipment. Distribute winnings or collect players' money or chips. May compare the house's hand against players' hands.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Gambling Dealers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $36,296 | $51,106 | $65,936 | $80,746 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $31,886 | $48,027 | $64,147 | $80,288 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $31,886 | $48,027 | $64,147 | $80,288 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $38,501 | $51,938 | $65,374 | $78,811 |
| Yuma, AZ | $38,355 | $51,501 | $64,667 | $77,813 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $18,096 | $36,442 | $54,787 | $73,133 |
| Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH | $20,821 | $37,898 | $54,995 | $72,072 |
| Beckley, WV | $20,821 | $37,898 | $54,995 | $72,072 |
| Charleston, WV | $20,821 | $37,898 | $54,995 | $72,072 |
| Morgantown, WV | $20,821 | $37,898 | $54,995 | $72,072 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.4 | |
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 2.9 | |
| Mathematics | 2.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.8 | |
| Persuasion | 2.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.2 |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
| English Language | 3.3 |
| Administration and Management | 2.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.8 |
| Law and Government | 2.8 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.7 |
| Education and Training | 2.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 69.0% |
| Less than high school | 15.3% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 6.1% |
| Some college | 4.8% |
| Associate's degree | 4.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coin money.
- Pay winnings or collect losing bets as established by the rules and procedures of a specific game.
- Deal cards to house hands, and compare these with players' hands to determine winners, as in black jack.
- Conduct gambling games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, following all applicable rules and regulations.
- Check to ensure that all players have placed bets before play begins.
- Stand behind a gaming table and deal the appropriate number of cards to each player.
- Inspect cards and equipment to be used in games to ensure that they are in good condition.
- Start and control games and gaming equipment, and announce winning numbers or colors.
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