Gambling managers
SOC Code: 11-9071Also known as:
Baccarat Manager, Bingo Manager, Blackjack Manager, Cage Manager, Card Room Manager
Median Annual Salary
$85,580
+1.2% growth (2024-2034)
600
Openings/Year
5K
Current Jobs
What Gambling managers Do
Plan, direct, or coordinate gambling operations in a casino. May formulate house rules.
💰 Salary
$85,580
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+1.2%
As fast as average
🎓 Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
600
Projected average per year
👔 Work Experience
Less than 5 years
Required before entry
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
5,100
Projected Employment (2034)
5,200
Related Careers
Lodging managers
$68,130 •
+3.4% growth
Gambling surveillance officers and gambling investigators
$43,900 •
+0.3% growth
First-line supervisors of gambling services workers
$61,590 •
+2.0% growth
Gambling and sports book writers and runners
$30,460 •
-6.1% growth
First-line supervisors of office and administrative support workers
$66,140 •
-0.3% growth
Top Skills Required
Critical Thinking
Management of Personnel Resources
Speaking
Monitoring
Active Listening
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Resolve customer complaints regarding problems, such as payout errors.
- Remove suspected cheaters, such as card counters or other players who may have systems that shift the odds of winning to their favor.
- Track supplies of money to tables and perform any required paperwork.
- Explain and interpret house rules, such as game rules or betting limits.
- Prepare work schedules and station arrangements and keep attendance records.
- Monitor staffing levels to ensure that games and tables are adequately staffed for each shift, arranging for staff rotations and breaks and locating substitute employees as necessary.
- Maintain familiarity with all games used at a facility, as well as strategies or tricks employed in those games.
- Train new workers or evaluate their performance.
- Market or promote the casino to bring in business.
- Interview and hire workers.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
High School Diploma
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Gambling managers
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a gambling managers:
Casino Management
23 degrees awarded •
6 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Gambling managers
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become gambling managers.
| # | College | Location | Related Degrees | Repit Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florida Atlantic University | Boca Raton, FL | 4 | B |
| 2 | University of Nevada-Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | 2 | C+ |
| 3 | Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI | 1 | C+ |
| 4 | Lake Michigan College | Benton Harbor, MI | 9 | C |
| 5 | College of the Muscogee Nation | Okmulgee, OK | 5 | C |
| 6 | Tohono O'odham Community College | Sells, AZ | 2 | C |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do gambling managers make?
The median annual salary for gambling managers is $85,580.
What education do gambling managers need?
Most gambling managers positions require a high school diploma or equivalent.
Common degree programs include Casino Management.
Is becoming gambling managers a good career choice?
Gambling managers is projected to see +1.2% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is about average for all occupations. With approximately 600 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for gambling managers?
Top colleges for aspiring gambling managers include
Florida Atlantic University, University of Nevada-Las Vegas, Central Michigan University, Lake Michigan College, College of the Muscogee Nation.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to gambling managers?
Gambling managers may also be known as: Baccarat Manager, Bingo Manager, Blackjack Manager, Cage Manager, Card Room Manager, Casino Manager, Casino Operations Manager, Casino Shift Manager, Craps Manager, Dice Manager, Gambling Director, Gambling Manager, Gaming Director, Gaming Manager, Keno Manager, Mutuel Department Manager, On-Duty Manager, Pai Gow Manager, Pit Manager, Poker Manager.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.