Churchill Downs

Director of Gaming Operations

Churchill Downs$100K — $120K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of gaming management experience in a 24-hour multi-device operation.
  • Preferred 4-year degree in related fields; equivalent experience accepted.
  • Experience with gaming performance data collection and presentation.
  • Familiarity with Aristocrat Oasis Accounting System is a plus.
  • Ability to obtain a valid KY Racing License.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage the departmental budget.
  • Oversee hiring, training, and performance management.
  • Review and manage financial results for the department.
  • Ensure safety and security for team members and guests.
  • Adjust staffing levels to optimize operations.
  • Direct gaming equipment conversions, placement, and repair.
  • Monitor gaming activities and promotional statuses alongside upper management.

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment at a state-of-the-art gaming facility.
  • Opportunities for career development and team building.
  • Engagement with a large and diverse customer base.
  • Access to modern gaming technology and equipment.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Gaming Operations provides leadership and strategic planning to all facets of the gaming operation for both Turfway Park Racing & Gaming and Newport Racing & Gaming. The incumbent will establish and maintain a culture of constant regulatory compliance, total service, maximized operations efficiency and profit, and guest and team member satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develops and manages the budget for the department.
  • Oversees the hiring, training, performance management and corrective action processes for the Gaming Operations Department.
  • Reviews and manages the department's financial results.
  • Ensures the safety and security of team members and guests. Manages processes and programs to effectively control and reduce lost time injuries.
  • Reviews staffing levels to maintain an appropriate level of employment.
  • Delegates duties and assigns responsibilities.
  • Develops team members, interviews, hires, coaches, and evaluates.
  • Directs and manages gaming equipment conversions, placement, and repair.
  • Reviews gaming activities and promotional statuses with the President/General Manager.
  • Monitors and adjusts performance for both the gaming floor in comparison with local competition and optimal gaming mix and pricing strategy.
  • Meets with departmental directors and managers as necessary.
  • Ensures compliance with all gaming regulations, the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and the property's BSA Policy.
  • Monitors for suspicious activity as defined by the BSA and the property's BSA Policy.
  • All other duties as assigned


REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Maintains the highest standards of leadership, training and overall management while overseeing all aspects of the Gaming Operations and Gaming Performance departments.
  • Maintaining a professional working relationship among all personnel.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Leads by example relative to exemplary customer service both internal and external.
  • Willingness to assume overall responsibility relative to the performance of gaming machines.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • 7-10 years of gaming management experience in a multi-device 24-hour operation.
  • 4-year degree in related fields or equivalent work experience is preferred.
  • Significant experience and expertise collecting, organizing, evaluating and presenting Gaming Performance Data.
  • Experience using Aristocrat Oasis Accounting System a plus.
  • Ability to obtain a valid KY Racing License.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines.

Turfway Park Racing & Gaming is a gaming facility in Florence, Kentucky. Turfway Park Racing & Gaming features 850 popular, thrilling, state-of-the-art HRM games, a simulcast area with VIP section, event center, live horse racing, restaurants and bars.

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About Churchill Downs

Churchill Downs is a leading entertainment company that operates a variety of businesses, including horse racing, casino gaming, and online wagering. The company is best known for hosting the Kentucky Derby, one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. Churchill Downs is committed to providing a world-class entertainment experience for its customers, while also promoting responsible gaming and supporting the communities in which it operates.
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Size
5,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$81.9 million
Founded
1875
5 Year Trend
+14.2%
Revenue
$1 billion
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