Director of Cage Operations

Fairmount Park, Inc.; Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life, AD&D, disability

401(k) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Fairmount Park, Inc. is seeking a Director of Cage Operations to provide strategic leadership over the casino and pari-mutuel cages, count room, credit, and collections. The role requires oversight of daily cash handling, security, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in casino cage operations, 3+ years in management, and knowledge of Title 31, AML, and regulatory reporting. A valid Illinois Gaming Board license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive casino cage and count room experience.
• At least 3 years in management or leadership capacity.
• Casino credit and collections experience preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Illinois Gaming Board license, along with all other required licensing, as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily cage and count room operations, ensuring accurate, secure handling of cash, chips, and instruments.
• Maintain bankroll accuracy with an accurate cash balance.
• Oversee markers, front money, and chip inventory during table games.
• Oversee credit decisions, limits, aging reports, and collections.
• Manage drop and count, equipment repair, and service for reliability.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with Title 31, AML rules, and gaming regulations; document CTR/SAR reporting.
• Develop and monitor cage policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Hire, train, coach, and manage staff; ensure adequate coverage across shifts.
• Resolve guest concerns and respond to issues while maintaining guest service.

Skills

Cage operations

Leadership

Compliance

Integrity

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Casino management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Fairmount Park Casino & Racing - where 100 years of heart-pounding horse racing meets exciting casino action! Whether you're cheering from the grandstand, trying your luck on the gaming floor, or enjoying a day out with friends, Fairmount Park is Casino & Racing is all about delivering fun, thrills, and unforgettable memories. From live racing tradition to modern entertainment, there's always something exciting happening at Fairmount Park is Casino & Racing!

Job Description

The Director of Cage Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight of the casino and pari-mutuel cages, satellite cages, count room, and credit and collections operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cage & Count Room Operations

• Direct daily operations: Oversee the casino and pari-mutuel cages, satellite cages, and count room, ensuring the accurate and secure handling of all cash, chips, and negotiable instruments
• Maintain bankroll accuracy: Ensure an accurate balance of cash in the bankroll
• Manage table games activities: Oversee markers, front money, and chip inventory

Credit & Collections

• Oversee credit decisions: Review credit applications, credit limits, outstanding marker balances, and aging reports
• Manage collections: Oversee collection activity in accordance with approved policies and procedures

Count Room & Equipment

• Manage drop and count: Direct the pickup, drop, and count of gaming cash in accordance with internal controls and regulations
• Maintain equipment: Oversee ticket redemption machines and cage and count room equipment, coordinating servicing to ensure reliable operation

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure regulatory compliance: Maintain thorough knowledge of Title 31, AML requirements, Illinois Gaming Board regulations, and state and federal law, ensuring department compliance, including accurate CTR and SAR reporting
• Strengthen internal controls: Develop, implement, and monitor cage policies, procedures, and internal controls, identifying vulnerabilities and updating procedures to mitigate exposure
• Resolve variances: Investigate, resolve, and document cage variances, overages and shortages, exceptions, and audit findings

Budget & Financial Management

• Manage departmental budget: Develop and manage the department budget, controlling labor and operating costs

Team Leadership & Development

• Build a high-performing team: Hire, train, coach, evaluate, and manage staff in accordance with organizational and approved departmental standards, policies, and programs
• Ensure adequate coverage: Maintain appropriate staffing and management coverage across all shifts to provide superior guest service and maintain controls

Guest Service

• Resolve guest concerns: Investigate and resolve guest issues and disputes within the cage
• All other duties assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred, in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Experience

• 5-7 years of progressive casino cage and count room experience
• At least 3 years in management or leadership capacity
• Casino credit and collections experience preferred
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Illinois Gaming Board license, along with all other required licensing, as a condition of employment

Skills & Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of cage, count room, and credit operations
• Thorough knowledge of Title 31, AML requirements, and Illinois Gaming Board regulations
• Proficient in casino management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• High level of integrity, with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of financial data, guest information, and casino procedures
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to motivate staff through a teamwork approach and delegate as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical office environment
• Travel may be required
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• The work environment is fast-paced and contains bright lights, loud noise

Base Pay Range:

$90,000.00 -$110,000.00

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The base salary will depend on a number of factors such as: qualifications, experience level, and skillset.

• medical, dental, and vision
• life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance
• short and long-term disability
• identity/legal protection
• as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts
• Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.

Fairmount Park is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.