Gambling Dealers

Also Called: Blackjack Dealer, Casino Dealer, Table Games Dealer, Twenty-One Dealer

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$21,410

Entry Salary

Bright

Job outlook

What Gambling Dealers do

Operate table games. Stand or sit behind table and operate games of chance by dispensing the appropriate number of cards or blocks to players, or operating other gambling equipment. Distribute winnings or collect players' money or chips. May compare the house's hand against players' hands.

  • Pay winnings or collect losing bets as established by the rules and procedures of a specific game.
  • Greet customers and make them feel welcome.
  • Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coin money.
Industry Areas:

Hospitality • Retail Sales and Services

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Work Context

  • Contact With Others
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  • Spend Time Standing
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

Tools

  • Table gambling management systems
  • Card tables
  • Cash or ticket boxes
  • Roulette wheels
  • Playing cards

Technology

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Email software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Service Orientation
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Monitoring

Knowledge

Business
customer service
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Arts and Humanities
English language

Education

  • 69% High school diploma or equivalent
  • 15% Less than high school diploma
  • 6% Some college, no degree

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Gambling Dealers Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

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Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

 Job Training Match

Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, & Secondary School

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

 Job Training Match

Wholesale & Retail Buyers

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

 Job Training Match

Self-Enrichment Teachers

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

There are currently no advanced training opportunities for this career.

ACT & College

There are currently no college programs for this career.

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Are You a Good Fit?

Occupation Traits

    • Conventional (Organizer)
    • Enterprising (Persuader)
    • Realistic (Doer)

Work Styles

  • Integrity
  • Self Control
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Cooperation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Social Orientation

Values

  • Support
  • Relationships
  • Independence

Abilities

  • Verbal
  • Hand and Finger Use

This is what Gambling Dealers across the country typically make.

$10.29 / hour
$21,410 /year

Entry Level

$15.50 / hour
$32,240 /year

Median Level

$36.16 / hour
$75,200 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Bright

Please be sure to verify the outlook of this occupation with your instructor.

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