A typical day involves operating gaming equipment such as keno machines or bingo systems, announcing winning numbers to patrons, and processing betting transactions including exchanging currency for chips. Workers inspect gaming equipment to ensure proper functioning, verify patron wagers before games begin, and pay out winnings according to established rules and procedures. They prepare collection reports for supervisors, conduct gaming tables ensuring rule compliance, and provide race or game information to patrons. Customer service tasks include serving drinks to patrons and maintaining positive interactions while monitoring gaming activities for compliance and accuracy.
Successful workers combine strong customer service orientation with mathematical competence and attention to detail, as evidenced by high importance ratings for customer service knowledge (4.1) and mathematics (3.9). They excel in high-pressure, fast-paced environments requiring dependability (3.0 importance) and integrity (2.2 importance) while working directly with the public (5.0 level). The role suits individuals comfortable with conventional work patterns (C:5.97 RIASEC) who can handle repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy. Those who thrive possess strong oral communication skills for patron interaction and can process information quickly while managing multiple gaming transactions simultaneously.
Moderate automation risk exists as digital gaming platforms and automated betting systems could replace some manual transaction processing and information posting functions. However, the high importance of direct public interaction (4.1) and relationship establishment (4.2 level) provides protection against full automation, as patron engagement and real-time customer service remain human-dependent activities.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tendency | 42 | 0.0150 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 38 | 0.0136 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| equipment | 32 | 0.0114 | onet dimensi 72% inference 12% | |
| gaming | 31 | 0.0111 | inference 52% dwas 39% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| activities | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 56% dwas 31% | |
| rules | 13 | 0.0046 | onet dimensi 62% onet tasks 23% | |
| customer | 13 | 0.0046 | inference 62% onet dimensi 31% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| control | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| gambling | 10 | 0.0036 | inference 60% wikipedia 30% | |
| procedures | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 80% onet tasks 10% | |
| service | 10 | 0.0036 | inference 70% onet dimensi 20% | |
| techniques | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| operations | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 60% inference 40% | |
| materials | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| quickly | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 90% inference 10% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 10 | 0.0036 | onet dimensi 90% inference 10% | |
| game | 9 | 0.0032 | onet tasks 56% wikipedia 22% | |
| performing | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% onet tasks 11% | |
| actions | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% onet tasks 11% | |
| monitoring | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% inference 11% | |
| problems | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| services | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 67% inference 22% | |
| standards | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% inference 11% | |
| resources | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| maintaining | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 67% inference 33% |
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[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Prepare collection reports for submission to supervisors. DWAs: Prepare operational reports or records. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Conduct gambling tables or games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, and ensure that game rules are followed. DWAs: Conduct amusement or gaming activities. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Operate games in which players bet that a ball will come to rest in a particular slot on a rotating wheel, performing actions such as spinning the wheel and releasing the ball. DWAs: Operate gaming equipment. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coins. DWAs: Conduct gaming transactions. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Compare the house hand with players' hands to determine the winner. DWAs: Conduct amusement or gaming activities. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Open or close cash floats or game tables. DWAs: Conduct amusement or gaming activities. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Pay off or move bets as established by game rules and procedures. DWAs: Conduct gaming transactions. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Start gaming equipment that randomly selects numbered balls and announce winning numbers and colors. DWAs: Operate gaming equipment. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Check to ensure that all players have placed their bets before play begins. DWAs: Conduct amusement or gaming activities. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Inspect cards or equipment to be used in games to ensure they are in proper condition. DWAs: Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Deliver tickets, cards, and money to bingo callers. DWAs: Deliver items. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Sell food, beverages, or tobacco to players. DWAs: Sell products or services. [Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Supervise staff and games and mediate disputes. DWAs: Mediate disputes. | Supervise service workers. [Core] [88% incumbents] Collect bets in the form of cash or chips, verifying and recording amounts. DWAs: Maintain financial or account records. | Conduct gaming transactions. [Core] [88% incumbents] Collect cards or tickets from players. DWAs: Conduct amusement or gaming activities. [Core] [88% incumbents] 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. DWAs: Compute gaming wins and losses. | Conduct gaming transactions. [Core] [88% incumbents] Answer questions about game rules or casino policies. DWAs: Respond to customer inquiries. [Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Record the number of tickets cashed and the amount paid out after each race or event. DWAs: Maintain financial or account records. [EMERGING:New] Provide race or game information to patrons. [EMERGING:New] Serve drinks to patrons.
--- SKILLS --- Active Listening (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Speaking (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Mathematics (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems. Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Critical Thinking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Learning Strategies (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.10 lvl:3.57) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic Mathematics (imp:3.92 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl English Language (imp:2.98 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Economics and Accounting (imp:2.67 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Computers and Electronics (imp:2.58 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Sales and Marketing (imp:2.57 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.43 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Administration and Management (imp:2.42 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, Public Safety and Security (imp:2.34 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Administrative (imp:2.29 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Education and Training (imp:2.17 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Production and Processing (imp:2.14 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Communications and Media (imp:2.10 lvl:1.65) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Psychology (imp:2.01 lvl:2.19) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Law and Government (imp:1.93 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Telecommunications (imp:1.74 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Transportation (imp:1.67 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.63 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Engineering and Technology (imp:1.50 lvl:0.81) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Foreign Language (imp:1.50 lvl:0.77) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Geography (imp:1.47) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Food Production (imp:1.46 lvl:0.41) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.42) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Design (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Mechanical (imp:1.40 lvl:0.69) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Fine Arts (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform Biology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Physics (imp:1.18) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i History and Archeology (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi Building and Construction (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Chemistry (imp:1.04) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a --- ABILITIES --- Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Oral Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Speech Clarity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance. Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Written Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Number Facility (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Category Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Manual Dexterity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Memorization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Trunk Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs. Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you Control Precision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh Static Strength (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Extent Flexibility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Dynamic Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv Response Orientation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Spatial Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo Peripheral Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions. Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting. Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated. --- WORK ACTIVITIES --- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.12 lvl:4.99) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Getting Information (imp:3.66 lvl:3.65) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.59 lvl:3.78) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.51 lvl:4.21) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Processing Information (imp:3.32 lvl:3.64) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.23 lvl:3.42) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.17 lvl:3.15) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.14 lvl:3.07) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.10 lvl:3.45) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.05 lvl:3.57) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.02 lvl:3.17) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.01 lvl:2.72) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.98 lvl:3.46) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.84 lvl:2.76) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.78 lvl:2.25) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Working with Computers (imp:2.75 lvl:2.28) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.72 lvl:2.71) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.71 lvl:2.48) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.63 lvl:2.66) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.61 lvl:2.21) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.59 lvl:2.43) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.57 lvl:2.13) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.57 lvl:2.00) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.52 lvl:2.30) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.51 lvl:2.10) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.36 lvl:2.17) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Thinking Creatively (imp:2.35 lvl:2.26) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.33 lvl:2.08) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.32 lvl:1.69) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.31 lvl:1.94) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.15 lvl:1.96) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.10 lvl:1.59) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.07 lvl:1.99) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.06 lvl:1.94) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.02 lvl:2.02) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.99 lvl:1.79) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:1.97 lvl:1.74) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:1.95 lvl:1.45) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.89 lvl:1.30) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.46 lvl:0.73) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.39 lvl:0.82) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t --- WORK STYLES --- Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Attention to Detail (imp:2.25) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity (imp:2.21) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Dependability (imp:2.15) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Stress Tolerance (imp:1.40) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Self-Control (imp:1.37) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Social Orientation (imp:1.36) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Cooperation (imp:1.23) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Cautiousness (imp:1.23) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Integrity (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Optimism (imp:0.74) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Self-Confidence (imp:0.71) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Adaptability (imp:0.50) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Sincerity (imp:0.33) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Perseverance (imp:0.31) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Achievement Orientation (imp:0.22) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Empathy (imp:0.18) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Humility (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.19) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Initiative (imp:-0.19) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Innovation (imp:-0.68) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on --- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS --- Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Persuasion (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Time Management (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Negotiation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Instructing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something. Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. Programming (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 8,950 annual_median : $34,980 annual_pct10 : $22,090 annual_pct25 : $28,150 annual_pct75 : $44,840 annual_pct90 : $48,270 annual_mean : $36,450 hourly_median : $16.82 --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : New York ($54,740) lowest_state : West Virginia ($19,740) dispersion_ratio : 2.773x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (30 total) --- Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 6,610 median: $ 35,330 Accommodation and Food Services emp: 1,610 median: $ 32,860 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 630 median: $ 36,110 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (3 total) --- Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation emp: 6,610 median: $ 35,330 Accommodation and Food Services emp: 1,610 median: $ 32,860 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 630 median: $ 36,110
exact_match_status : no_exact_match matched_title : N/A match_score : 0.0000 wikidata_qid : N/A word_count : 0 wikipedia_url : N/A license : CC BY-SA 4.0 fetched_at : 2026-06-02T22:09:51.211437Z --- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) --- Title: History of gambling in the United States (similarity: 0.4048) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_gambling_in_the_United_States QID: Q65046368 Extract: The history of gambling in the United States covers gambling and gaming since the colonial period. The overall theme is one of a general lack of formal regulation, giving way by degrees to widespread prohibition by the early 20th century, followed by a loosening of restrictions in the late 20th a Title: One Big Beautiful Bill Act (similarity: 0.3143) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One_Big_Beautiful_Bill_Act QID: Q134500668 Extract: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) or the Big Beautiful Bill, is a U.S. federal statute passed by the 119th United States Congress containing tax and spending policies that form the core of President Donald Trump's second-term agenda. The bill was signed into law by Trump on July 4, 2025. Althou Title: Numbers game (similarity: 0.2857) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Numbers_game QID: Q7069608 Extract: The numbers game, also known as the numbers racket, the Italian lottery, Mafia lottery, or the daily number, is a form of illegal gambling or illegal lottery played mostly in poor and working-class neighborhoods in the United States, wherein a bettor attempts to pick three digits to match those that Title: List of sports figures considered the greatest (similarity: 0.3778) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_sports_figures_considered_the_greatest QID: Q133836663 Extract: In sports, spectators including sports fandom and sportswriters, as well as participants themselves have discussed players, coaches, teams, and related personalities in regards to being the greatest in their field, or sometimes across sports. These discussions on the greatest of all-time—often refer Title: Annie Duke (similarity: 0.1852) URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annie_Duke QID: Q271142 Extract: Anne LaBarr Duke is an American former professional poker player and author in cognitive-behavioral decision science and decision education. She holds a World Series of Poker (WSOP) gold bracelet from 2004 and used to be the leading money winner among women in WSOP history; she remains in the top fi
model_pass1 : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : medium
confidence_notes : Strong O*NET data provides detailed task and skill information, but limited external validation due to specialized nature of gaming industry roles and lack of comprehensive Wikipedia coverage.
inferred_at : 2026-06-03T21:20:22.916744+00:00
tokens_input : 4,570
tokens_output : 4,272
cost_usd : $0.046673
wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No exact Wikipedia match exists for this specialized gaming occupation. The closest semantic match to 'History of gambling in the United States' provides general industry context but limited occupational detail.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners facilitate wagering operations in casinos and gaming establishments by posting betting information, operating gaming equipment, and processing patron transactions. They assist with games like keno and bingo, verify and record wagers, and ensure game rules are followed while maintaining customer service standards. These workers serve as the front-line interface between gaming establishments and patrons, handling both technical gaming operations and customer interactions.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves operating gaming equipment such as keno machines or bingo systems, announcing winning numbers to patrons, and processing betting transactions including exchanging currency for chips. Workers inspect gaming equipment to ensure proper functioning, verify patron wagers before games begin, and pay out winnings according to established rules and procedures. They prepare collection reports for supervisors, conduct gaming tables ensuring rule compliance, and provide race or game information to patrons. Customer service tasks include serving drinks to patrons and maintaining positive interactions while monitoring gaming activities for compliance and accuracy.
WHO THRIVES:
Successful workers combine strong customer service orientation with mathematical competence and attention to detail, as evidenced by high importance ratings for customer service knowledge (4.1) and mathematics (3.9). They excel in high-pressure, fast-paced environments requiring dependability (3.0 importance) and integrity (2.2 importance) while working directly with the public (5.0 level). The role suits individuals comfortable with conventional work patterns (C:5.97 RIASEC) who can handle repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy. Those who thrive possess strong oral communication skills for patron interaction and can process information quickly while managing multiple gaming transactions simultaneously.
CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires minimal formal education, with 87.1% of workers holding only a high school diploma or equivalent, reflecting the Job Zone 2 classification requiring very little to some preparation. Most positions provide on-the-job training covering gaming regulations, equipment operation, and customer service protocols. New workers typically start in entry-level positions learning basic gaming operations and gradually develop specialized knowledge of specific games and betting systems.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement leads to supervisory roles such as First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers or specialized positions like Gambling Dealers with higher skill requirements. Some workers transition to administrative roles including Gambling Cage Workers or progress into management positions such as Gambling Managers. The strong foundation in customer service and gaming operations also enables movement into broader hospitality roles within casino and entertainment venues.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 8,950 workers nationally with a median annual wage of $34,980 (BLS OEWS May 2025), ranging from $22,090 to $48,270 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is significant, with New York offering the highest wages at $54,740 compared to West Virginia's $19,740, representing a 2.77x ratio reflecting regional gaming market differences. Employment concentrates heavily in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (6,610 workers) followed by Accommodation and Food Services (1,610 workers). The relatively small workforce size suggests specialized demand tied to gaming industry expansion and legalization trends across states.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Moderate automation risk exists as digital gaming platforms and automated betting systems could replace some manual transaction processing and information posting functions. However, the high importance of direct public interaction (4.1) and relationship establishment (4.2 level) provides protection against full automation, as patron engagement and real-time customer service remain human-dependent activities.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[task_similarity] Gambling Dealers (39-3011.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles conduct gaming activities, operate gaming equipment, and ensure rule compliance with similar customer service requirements.
data: Conduct gambling tables or games
data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (4.1)
data: Performing for Working Directly with Public (4.1)
[skill_overlap] Gambling Cage Workers (43-3041.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Shared mathematics knowledge (3.9) and transaction processing abilities support natural career progression between roles.
data: Mathematics knowledge (3.9)
data: Exchange paper currency for playing chips
data: Processing Information work activity (3.3)
[transferable_skill] Cashiers (41-2011.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles require transaction processing, customer service, and cash handling with similar skill requirements.
data: Customer and Personal Service (4.1)
data: Processing Information (3.3)
data: Pay off or move bets as established by procedures
[riasec_cluster] Amusement and Recreation Attendants (39-3091.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both occupy the conventional-enterprising RIASEC space serving entertainment industry patrons with similar service orientation.
data: C:5.97, E:4.99 RIASEC profile
data: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry (6,610 employed)
data: Service Orientation transferable skill (2.9)
[knowledge_overlap] Tellers (43-3071.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Mathematics knowledge and transaction accuracy requirements create skill transferability between financial and gaming transaction roles.
data: Mathematics knowledge (3.9)
data: Near Vision ability (3.6)
data: Attention to Detail work style (2.2)
[career_pathway] Gambling Managers (11-9071.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Natural advancement path from operational gaming roles to management positions within the same industry vertical.
data: Prepare collection reports for submission to supervisors
data: Administration and Management knowledge (2.4)
data: Same industry employment base
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['gambling writer', 'sports book runner', 'betting clerk', 'bingo caller', 'casino runner', 'gaming worker', 'bet taker', 'keno operator']
exclude_keywords : ['gambling addiction', 'sports journalism', 'book publishing', 'marathon runner', 'creative writing']
title_patterns : ['*gambling*writer*', '*sports*book*runner', '*betting*clerk*', '*bingo*caller*', '*casino*runner*']
common_variations: ['Bet Taker', 'Betting Clerk', 'Bingo Caller', 'Casino Runner', 'Gaming Worker', 'Keno Caller', 'Sports Book Writer', 'Race Book Writer']
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