PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPT 1 - Gaming Technology Manager

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois - Illinois Gaming Board seeks a Gaming Technology Manager to act as a subject matter expert on gaming equipment, software, and systems. This role leads the Gaming Technology Unit, handling certification and statewide tracking while developing policies and expanding the Board's technological capabilities.

The ideal candidate will understand the Illinois Gambling Act, Video Gaming Act, and Sports Wagering Act, plus gaming equipment testing and certification processes, and

Qualifications

• Four years of college-level education, preferably in business or public administration.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
• Three years of professional experience in gambling or gaming industry.
• Three years of professional experience in a regulated industry or regulator.
• Ability to pass IGB background investigation and hold a valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of the Illinois Gambling Act, Video Gaming Act, and Sports Wagering Act.

Skills

Administrative experience

Gambling industry experience

Regulated industry experience

Background investigation clearance

Illinois gaming Acts knowledge

Education

College degree (4 years) in business/public administration

Job description

The Illinois Gaming Board seeks a Gaming Technology Manager to serve as subject matter expert on gaming equipment, software, and systems. This position oversees the newly established Gaming Technology Unit, responsible for certification and tracking of all gaming equipment statewide, and involves developing policy and procedures while expanding the IGB's technological capabilities. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of the Illinois Gambling Act, Video Gaming Act, and Sports Wagering Act, as well as gaming equipment testing and certification processes.

Key qualifications:

• Four years of college-level education, preferably in business or public administration
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization
• Three years of professional experience in gambling or gaming industry
• Three years of professional experience in a regulated industry or regulator
• Ability to pass IGB background investigation and valid driver's license required
• Knowledge of Illinois Gambling Act, Video Gaming Act, and Sports Wagering Act