Director, Division of Gaming

NYS Gaming Commission; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYS Gaming Commission seeks a Director of the Division of Gaming to oversee regulatory operations for all legal gaming in New York, including tribal compacts, casinos, mobile wagering, and fantasy sports. You will manage staff across multiple locations, ensure robust enforcement of regulations, supervise licensing and investigations, and coordinate with law enforcement and tribal governments.

This is a full-time role based in Schenectady with travel up to 10% and a focus on strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college; 10 years of related experience overseeing or managing program operations; including six years supervisory experience.
• Experience in leadership, strategic planning, procurement, negotiation, and contract administration.
• Experience in executive management, legal field, or gaming.
• Exceptional organization, analytical, and communication skills.
• No financial interest in the State's racing or gaming industry during or immediately following the term of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide regulatory oversight of all legal gaming in New York State, including tribal compacts, video lottery facilities, commercial casinos, mobile sports wagering, and interactive fantasy sports.
• Lead staff across multiple locations; enforce compliance with regulations; supervise licensing and investigations.
• Administer contracts and coordinate with law enforcement and tribal governments.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Procurement

Negotiation

Contract administration

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree and 10 years related experience including 6 years supervisory

Job description

The Director of the Division of Gaming leads regulatory oversight of all legal gaming in New York State, including tribal gaming compacts, video lottery facilities, commercial casinos, mobile sports wagering, and interactive fantasy sports. The role involves managing staff across multiple locations, enforcing compliance with regulations, supervising licensing and investigations, administering contracts, and coordinating with law enforcement and tribal governments. This is a full-time position in Schenectady with 37.5 hours per week and 10% travel.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and ten years of related experience overseeing or managing program operations, including six years supervisory experience
• Management experience including leadership, strategic planning, procurement, negotiation, and contract administration
• Experience in executive management, legal field, or gaming
• Exceptional organization, analytical, and communication skills
• No financial interest in the State's racing or gaming industry during or immediately following the term of appointment