Post information enabling patrons to wager on various races and sporting events. Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. May operate random number-generating equipment and announce the numbers for patrons. Receive, verify, and record patrons' wagers. Scan and process winning tickets presented by patrons and pay out winnings for those wagers.
Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners
SOC: 39-3012 O*NET: 39-3012.00
Median Salary
$30,460
per year
Job Growth
📉 -6.1%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Post information enabling patrons to wager on various races and sporting events. Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. May operate random number-generating equipment and announce the numbers for patrons. Receive, verify, and record patrons' wagers. Scan and process winning tickets presented by patrons and pay out winnings for those wagers.
What does a Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$22,200
10th percentile
Early Career
$24,960
25th percentile
Median
$30,460
50th percentile
Experienced
$36,310
75th percentile
Top Earners
$45,900
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$22,200
25th
$24,960
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$30,460
Mean: $32,570
75th
$36,310
90th
$45,900
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $23,700 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $24,960 and $36,310
- •Salary spread is 37.3% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 7,600 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:8,200
Top Industries
Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries9.6%
Spectator Sports9.2%
Other Services (except Public Administration)8.7%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-6.1%
Annual Openings:1,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)8,200
Current
2034 (Projected)7,700
-6.1%
-500
Employment Change
-6.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 30 locations
Nevada
1,040 jobs$30,49013.76x
Texas
700 jobs$28,6701.02x
California
610 jobs$35,4400.68x
Oklahoma
410 jobs$29,0804.90x
Minnesota
380 jobs$34,4402.67x
Louisiana
360 jobs$25,2103.87x
Florida
250 jobs$25,9400.52x
Nebraska
250 jobs$25,5804.94x
Washington
230 jobs$39,9701.33x
New York
160 jobs$53,1200.34x
Iowa
160 jobs$35,9402.06x
South Carolina
130 jobs$32,0501.19x
Mississippi
130 jobs$27,5302.33x
South Dakota
120 jobs$29,1705.55x
Pennsylvania
120 jobs$27,8100.40x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Active Listening
100%
#2
Monitoring
88%
#3
Speaking
76%
#4
Coordination
64%
#5
Social Perceptiveness
52%
#6
Mathematics
40%
Skills Overview
Active Listening
advanced5.0
100%
Monitoring
intermediate4.4
88%
Speaking
intermediate3.8
76%
Coordination
intermediate3.2
64%
Social Perceptiveness
basic2.6
52%
Mathematics
basic2.0
40%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Active Listening
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Monitoring
intermediateImportance88%
skills
4.4/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance76%
skills
3.8/5.0
Coordination
intermediateImportance64%
skills
3.2/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
basicImportance52%
skills
2.6/5.0
Mathematics
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Costume Attendants83%
5 shared skills
Funeral Attendants71%
5 shared skills
Waiters and Waitresses71%
5 shared skills
Helpers--Carpenters63%
5 shared skills
Musicians and Singers63%
5 shared skills
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers57%
4 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Monitoring
Learn on the Job:
- →Coordination
- →Social Perceptiveness
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Monitoring
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Active Listening
- ★Speaking
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners
Technology Intensity
Medium
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires intermediate digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Office productivity softwareIndustry-specific applicationsBasic data entry and managementDigital communication tools
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Microsoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Windows
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft PowerPoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
CONSTANT TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy constant team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
18
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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Documentation & Record-Keeping (3)General Responsibilities (13)Operations & Execution (1)Management & Supervision (1)
1
Collect bets in the form of cash or chips, verifying and recording amounts.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping100% perform100%
2
Collect cards or tickets from players.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities97% perform98%
3
Answer questions about game rules or casino policies.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Compare the house hand with players' hands to determine the winner.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Check to ensure that all players have placed their bets before play begins.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities88% perform92%
6
Conduct gambling tables or games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, and ensure that game rules are followed.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Prepare collection reports for submission to supervisors.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping82% perform88%
8
Pay off or move bets as established by game rules and procedures.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities79% perform86%
9
Inspect cards or equipment to be used in games to ensure they are in proper condition.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coins.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on documentation & record-keeping activities
- •39% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners professionals typically have a CES Holland code and highly value relationships
CConventional
EEnterprising
SSocial
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners
Integrity
Very ImportantIntegrity
Importance Level4.32
Cooperation
Very ImportantCooperation
Importance Level4.30
Self-Control
Very ImportantSelf-Control
Importance Level4.29
Attention to Detail
Very ImportantAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.09
Stress Tolerance
Very ImportantStress Tolerance
Importance Level4.05
Dependability
ImportantDependability
Importance Level3.92
Complete Work Styles Profile
Integrity
4.3
Cooperation
4.3
Self-Control
4.3
Attention to Detail
4.1
Stress Tolerance
4.0
Dependability
3.9
Adaptability/Flexibility
3.7
Concern for Others
3.7
Independence
3.6
Achievement/Effort
3.5
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical duration: High school diploma or GED
Preparation Level
Job Zone 2
Some Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:High school diploma or equivalent
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Training:
Training of a few months to a year
💼 Experience Requirement
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- • Vocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)
- • Industry certifications helpful
2
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experienceVocational school programs (6 months to 2 years)Industry certifications helpful
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