# Tasks & work activities — odds compiler

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 39-3012.00 (Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Compute and verify amounts won or lost, paying out winnings or referring patrons to workers, such as gaming cashiers, so that winnings can be collected.
- **[Core]** Collect bets in the form of cash or chips, verifying and recording amounts.
- **[Core]** Collect cards or tickets from players.
- **[Core]** Answer questions about game rules or casino policies.
- **[Supplemental]** Compare the house hand with players' hands to determine the winner.
- **[Supplemental]** Check to ensure that all players have placed their bets before play begins.
- **[Supplemental]** Conduct gambling tables or games, such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, and ensure that game rules are followed.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare collection reports for submission to supervisors.
- **[Supplemental]** Pay off or move bets as established by game rules and procedures.
- **[Supplemental]** Inspect cards or equipment to be used in games to ensure they are in proper condition.
- **[Supplemental]** Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coins.
- **[Supplemental]** Open or close cash floats or game tables.
- **[Supplemental]** Start gaming equipment that randomly selects numbered balls and announce winning numbers and colors.
- **[Supplemental]** Record the number of tickets cashed and the amount paid out after each race or event.
- **[Supplemental]** Operate games in which players bet that a ball will come to rest in a particular slot on a rotating wheel, performing actions such as spinning the wheel and releasing the ball.
- **[Supplemental]** Supervise staff and games and mediate disputes.
- **[Supplemental]** Deliver tickets, cards, and money to bingo callers.
- **[Supplemental]** Sell food, beverages, or tobacco to players.

## Detailed work activities

- Compute gaming wins and losses.
- Conduct amusement or gaming activities.
- Conduct gaming transactions.
- Deliver items.
- Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintain financial or account records.
- Mediate disputes.
- Operate gaming equipment.
- Prepare operational reports or records.
- Respond to customer inquiries.
- Sell products or services.
- Supervise service workers.