Gaming Commission Director

Description

Requirements:

1. Valid Drivers License

2. Ability to pass background check

3. For American Indian or Veterans' Preference, documentation is required

Position Overview: The Gaming Commission Director is the regulatory team leader, and reports directly to the Gaming Commission. The Gaming Commission Director sets the tone for all personnel and leads by example. The Gaming Commission Director is responsible for providing overall direction to all Gaming Commission departments and in attaining Gaming Commission goals. Responsible for planning, evaluating and coordinating operations, the Gaming Commission Director reports progress back to the Gaming Commission. The position involves direct supervision within a team environment. The Gaming Commission Director assists in the coordination of the administrative reporting requirements of the Federal and State gaming authorities, and as the coordinator of internal communications for the Gaming Commission.

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the assigned person. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions.

Essential Functions: 

• Oversee and effectively manage all Gaming Commission operations, staff, surveillance, policies and procedures.
• Develop organizational goals, objectives and strategic plan by working closely with Gaming Commissioners and all departments.
• Implement business and strategic plan initiative.
• Build, develop, motivate and lead the management team in a manner that mirrors the mission and core values of the Gaming Commission.
• Represent, accurately and adequately, the objectives and principles of the Gaming Commission.
• Ensure Gaming Commission exceeds its regulatory burden and advocate Tribal sovereignty.
• Support, monitor and implement employee relations and organizational objectives through effective leadership, communication, training and development.
• Develop, maintain and oversee annual Gaming Commission operational budget. Oversee the budget to ensure standards be met for cost control, waste reduction and quality. Annually gauge and identify budget deficiencies and implement solutions.
• Oversee bids for contracts and follow the applicable Tribal bidding process in procuring contractors.
• Develop and strategize Gaming Commission technology and telecommunications policy to ensure operational systems be continuously evaluated for sufficient security, operation, relevance, utilization and technical support.
• Ensure that all required audits (i.e. as mandated by IGRA, Tribal/State Compact, etc.) are conducted, completed and submitted. Ensure all required state reports are forwarded to State of Oklahoma- Finance Office. 
• Promulgate a legal plan of action in resolving regulatory conflicts and enforcement of Gaming Law. Provide guidance and direction for legal services as assigned. Reconcile legal expenses.
• Identify and document ethics violations within the jurisdiction of the Gaming Commission and prepare an appropriate plan of action for review and implementation.
• Implement and evaluate regulatory systems that ensure protection of employees, patrons and assets.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the National Indian Gaming Commission and State of Oklahoma- Finance Office.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the Pawnee Nation Tribal Development Corporation.
• Maintain a good working relationship with the Pawnee Nation Divisions, Departments and Programs.
• Assure organization and maintenance of all incoming information, documents and records.
• Provide a brief history and documentation for review for new Commissioners.
• Track changes/revisions to the MICS/Federal Register.
• Stay appraised of Federal and State Mandates and keep Gaming Commissioners informed of same.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring honesty and integrity of gaming operations.
• Display a professional image.
• The Gaming Commission Director must be available and accessible at all times to the Gaming Commissioners.
• Delegate work assignments and tasks.
• Conduct periodic performance evaluations, recognize achievement and prescribe appropriate corrective action.
• Assure approved personnel paperwork is appropriate and complete (e.g. annual leave requests).
• Assure acclimation, development and training of staff.
• Develop, achieve and maintain annual Gaming Commission goals, objectives and risk-assessment.
• Regularly communicate with the Gaming Commission and other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Gaming Commission.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The Employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands and fingers, handle, feel objects, tools, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.  The Employee is regularly required to lift a maximum of 20lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. When on the casino floor, the noise level increases to loud.Work zones are non-smoking; however, when on the casino floor, an Employee is susceptible to tobacco smoke.This position may require irregular and sustained work periods beyond regular eight-hour, five days per week work scheduling.

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level. Evening and/or weekend work may be required. There is regular interaction with the public, other agencies, and employees. Tight time constraints and multiple demands from several and multiple demands from several people are common. Travel may be required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events. 

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Minimum:           High School Diploma with minimum of 7 years’ experience in Gaming Regulatory oversight. Applicant must possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain a gaming license in accordance to NIGC and State standards.  Possess a good working knowledge of Tribal-State Compact and NIGC Federal Regulations.  Able to attend job related training and meetings that require travel.  Must have strong supervisory, computer, and analytical skills.           

Preferred:           Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Gaming Regulatory oversight. Applicant must possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain a gaming license in accordance to NIGC and State standards.  Possess a good working knowledge of Tribal-State Compact and NIGC Federal Regulations.  Able to attend job related training and meetings that require travel.  Must have strong supervisory, computer, and analytical skills.           

Other:           

 Must have personal, reliable transportation and a valid Driver’s License.

Minimum Background Requirements

Applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain a gaming license in accordance to NIGC and State standards. Certain information discovered could result in the ineligibility for a Pawnee Nation Gaming Commission License.

Required Experience

• Gaming Regulatory oversight experience
• National Indian Gaming Commission experience
• Knowledge of Tribal-State Compact and NIGC Federal Regulations
• Management Experience
• Strong Computer Skills are mandatory. Applicants may be tested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge Tribal-State Gaming Compact, Bank Secrecy Act, National Indian Gaming Commission Internal Control Standards, Tribal Minimum Internal Control Standards and internal controls/standard operating procedures for casino departments.
• Ensure compliance with the Pawnee Nation Tribal Gaming Ordinance.
• Ability to uphold strict confidentiality.
• Be skilled in problem solving techniques and interacting with people.
• Be strongly self-motivated and work effectively in a team environment.
• Possess effective communication, comprehension and business-writing skills.  Have the ability to read and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to identify problems, collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to utilize office technology and software, especially Microsoft products (e.g. Office).
• May be required to work non-traditional hours on occasion.
• May be required to travel.