Career & Workforce Preparation
Learn more about this occupation to help determine if it's right for you.
Press the Search Now button to find training programs that will get started on your pathway to this career!
Gaming Surveillance Officers and Gaming Investigators
Description
Act as oversight and security agent for management and customers. Observe casino or casino hotel operation for irregular activities such as cheating or theft by either employees or patrons. May use one-way mirrors above the casino floor, cashier's cage, and from desk. Use of audio/video equipment is also common to observe operation of the business. Usually required to provide verbal and written reports of all violations and suspicious behavior to supervisor.
Common Tasks
- Report all violations and suspicious behaviors to supervisors, verbally or in writing.
- 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.
- Monitor establishment activities to ensure adherence to all state gaming regulations and company policies and procedures.
- Act as oversight or security agents for management or customers.
- Supervise or train surveillance observers.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in California was $17.05 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $11.42 and $23.33 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in California was $35,476.63 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $23,749.67 and $48,529.27 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 1,200 people in California during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 8.3% in the number of jobs in California for this occupation, bringing to total number to 1,300.
By 2024, in California, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $16.00 with the median annual salary reaching $33,988.
