
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 wages.
The national average annual salary for this occupation is $24,060 per year. Nationally, the average hourly wage for this occupation is $11.57. The average wage in New Mexico is very close to the national average. In New Mexico, the average hourly wage is $11.67 and most workers in this occupation earn between $8.77 and $13.12 per hour.
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| Area | Entry Wage | Average Wage | Experienced Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Annual | $24,060 | ||
| National Hourly | $11.57 | ||
| Statewide Annual | $18,236 | $24,275 | $27,294 |
| Statewide Hourly | $8.77 | $11.67 | $13.12 |
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| Albuquerque Annual | - | - | - |
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| Farmington Annual | - | - | - |
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| Las Cruces Annual | - | - | - |
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| Santa Fe Annual | - | - | - |
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| Central Annual | - | - | - |
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| Northern Annual | - | - | - |
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| Southwestern Annual | - | - | - |
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A dash '-' indicates that information is not available for this occupation or area.
Metro Areas refer to Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Regions refer to Workforce Investment Areas.
For more detailed information about New Mexico wages visit the Occupational Employment Statistics program website.
Information displayed represents annual 2010 wages.
New Mexico
In 2008 there were about 90 workers in this occupation in New Mexico. The Department of Workforce Solutions estimates that by 2018 this number will increase by about 22 percent and an estmated 110 will be employed in this occupation. Compared to other occupations, employment growth in this occupation is growing about average. Job opportunities indicate few and keen competition, as there should be about 2 openings each year for workers in this occupation.
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| Area | Estimated Employment 2008 | Projected Employment 2018 | Annual Percent Change | Total Annual Average Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 90 | 110 | 2.03% | 2 |
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| Albuquerque | - | - | - | - |
| Farmington | - | - | - | - |
| Las Cruces | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Fe | - | - | - | - |
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| Central | - | - | - | - |
| Eastern | 40 | 50 | 1.93% | 1 |
| Northern | 20 | 20 | 1.84% | 0 |
| Southwestern | - | - | - | - |
A dash '-' indicates that information is not available for this occupation or area.
Metro Areas refer to Metropolitan Statistical Areas.
Regions refer to Workforce Investment Areas.
Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners usually need High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate).
| Education Level | Percentage |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) | 77% |
| Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) | 11% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9% |
| Less than a High School Diploma | 3% |
Information based on O*NET data and is the result of a national survey.
Use this list to find educational opportunities for this occupation. Contact the specific schools directly to find out application requirements and program availability.
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| + Casino Dealer School | ||
|---|---|---|
| Website:http://www.casinodealerschool.net/ | ||
| Type | Standardized Program Title | |
| Postsec. Awards/Cert./Diplomas; < 1 yr. | Card Dealer | |
This list is updated once a year and is compiled from the NM Department of Higher Education and other sources.
| License Title | Contact | Year | Number issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Permit Employees | NM Gaming Control Board 4900 Alameda Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113 (505) 584-9700 www.nmgcb.org/ | 2010 | 1,075 |
Other available certificates or credentials may also be desirable. Additional local licenses or permits may be required, and individual businesses may have specific employment requirements. Licensing information is collected through a variety of New Mexico-based resources and does NOT include federal licensing requirements.
No WorkKeys scores are available for this particular occupation.
For further information on WorkKeys please visit the ACT-WorkKeys website. Skill levels are provided for individuals who know thier scores.
| Industry | Percent of Employed |
|---|---|
| Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries | * |
| Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries | * |
| Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Org | * |
* Data is confidential.
Source: NMDWS, Economic Research and Analysis Bureau
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