Law & Government
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
Observe gambling operation for irregular activities such as cheating or theft by either employees or patrons. Investigate potential threats to gambling assets such as money, chips, and gambling equipment. Act as oversight and security agent for management and customers.
Median salary (BLS)
$43,370
10th–90th percentile (BLS)
$33k – $62k
Job outlook
No separate BLS projection for this specific role
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Education
Typical entry: No degree required
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Junior Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
Entry / Junior
$32,730
~2 yrs to advance
Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
Established
$43,370
~3 yrs to advance
Senior Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
Senior
$52,670
Key skills
A typical day
- •Monitor establishment activities to ensure adherence to all state gaming regulations and company policies and procedures.
- •Observe casino or casino hotel operations for irregular activities, such as cheating or theft by employees or patrons, using audio and video equipment and one-way mirrors.
- •Report all violations and suspicious behaviors to supervisors, verbally or in writing.
- •Develop and maintain log of surveillance observations.
- •Inspect and monitor audio or video surveillance equipment to ensure it is working appropriately.
Fields of study
Any field
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