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Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners
 
Description

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.

O*NET code 39-3012.00

 
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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New Mexico Local Wages for Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners
AreaEntry WageAverage WageExperienced 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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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.

 
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Job Growth

New Mexico

2008 to 2018

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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New Mexico Local Needs for Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners
AreaEstimated
Employment
2008
Projected
Employment
2018
Annual
Percent
Change
Total
Annual
Average
Openings
New Mexico901102.03%2
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Eastern40501.93%1
Northern20201.84%0
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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.

 
Education

Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners usually need High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate).

Education LevelPercentage
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 Degree9%
Less than a High School Diploma3%

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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New Mexico Schools with programs for Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners
+ Casino Dealer School
Website:http://www.casinodealerschool.net/
TypeStandardized 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
License TitleContactYearNumber issued
Work Permit EmployeesNM Gaming Control Board
4900 Alameda Blvd NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 584-9700
www.nmgcb.org/
20101,075

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.

 
WorkKeys Skill Levels

No WorkKeys scores are available for this particular occupation.

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Industires that Hire Gaming and Sports Book Writers and Runners in New Mexico.
IndustryPercent 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

 
Common Titles
  • Bet Taker
  • Betting Clerk
  • Bingo Caller
  • Bingo Clerk
  • Blackjack Dealer
  • Bookie
  • Bookmaker
  • Cardroom Attendant I
  • Cashier
  • Casino Attendant
  • Casino Floor Runner
  • Casino Gaming Worker
  • Casino Worker
  • Dealer
  • Floor Runner
  • Keno Runner
  • Keno Supervisor
  • Keno Writer
  • Keno Writer / Runner
  • Mutuel Cashier
  • Mutuel Machine Operator
  • Pari Mutuel Clerk
  • Pari Mutuel Ticket Cashier
  • Pari Mutuel Ticket Seller
  • Race Board Attendant
  • Race Book Writer
  • Race and Sports Book Writer
  • Runner
  • Sheet Writer
  • Slot Host
  • Sports Book Board Attendant
  • Sports Book Writer
  • Sportsbook Ticket Writer
  • Video Gaming Casino Attendant

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