Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners
SOC Code: 39-3012 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Post information enabling patrons to wager on various races and sporting events. Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. May operate random number-generating equipment and announce the numbers for patrons. Receive, verify, and record patrons' wagers. Scan and process winning tickets presented by patrons and pay out winnings for those wagers.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton, WI | $31,408 | $46,342 | $61,277 | $76,211 |
| Rochester, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Binghamton, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Ithaca, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Kingston, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Elmira, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
| Syracuse, NY | $40,581 | $48,173 | $55,786 | $63,378 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.5 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.1 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Mathematics | 3.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.9 | |
| Writing | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.1 |
| Mathematics | 3.9 |
| English Language | 3.0 |
| Economics and Accounting | 2.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.6 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.6 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 2.4 |
| Administration and Management | 2.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 87.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 6.6% |
| Associate's degree | 2.8% |
| Some college | 2.0% |
| Less than high school | 1.6% |
Typical Tasks
- Collect bets in the form of cash or chips, verifying and recording amounts.
- Collect cards or tickets from players.
- Answer questions about game rules or casino policies.
- Compute and verify amounts won or lost, paying out winnings or referring patrons to workers, such as gaming cashiers, so that winnings can be collected.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word Credit card processing software Web browser software
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