Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes:  October 14, 2024

Required documents uploaded by:  October 14, 2024

Agency Information:  

About the Lottery:  In November of 1986, 64 percent of Kansas voters approved a constitutional amendment authorizing the creation of a state lottery.  The Kansas Legislature passed the "Kansas Lottery Act" in 1987, and the Kansas Lottery was established. The mission of the Kansas Lottery is to produce the maximum amount of revenue possible for the State of Kansas while ensuring the integrity of all games.  

The Kansas Lottery sells $1, $2, $3, $5, $10, $20 and $30 scratch tickets and $1 and $2 instant pull tab games. In addition, Kansas Lottery players enjoy Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto America, Lucky for Life, Super Kansas Cash, Pick 3, 2by2, Keno, Racetrax, and Holiday Millionaire Raffle draw games. Kansas Lottery products are sold at approximately 1,750 retail locations.

The Kansas Expanded Lottery Act, enacted in 2007, authorized the Kansas Lottery to be the owner/operator of casino gaming in four Kansas gaming zones.  Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City; Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane; Hollywood Casino at the Kansas Speedway in Kansas City; and the Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel in Pittsburg.

The Kansas Lottery employs people in many different backgrounds/positions such as marketing, finance, security, sales and IT.  The Kansas Lottery is a place where you can dream big. Come and join our winning team!

About the Position

Classified/Unclassified Service:  Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time:   Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:  Regular

Work Schedule:  8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday.  Occasional week nds and holidays.

Eligible to Receive Benefits:  Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:  Yes

Search Keywords:  Policy, training, communications, public relations

 

Compensation: $50,000-$55,000 annually

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

 

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

 

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

 

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:  The Responsible Gaming Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing responsible gaming initiatives within the organization. This role focuses on promoting safe and responsible gambling practices, mitigating the risks of problem gambling, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to responsible gaming. The Responsible Gaming Manager works collaboratively with various internal and external stakeholders to foster a culture of responsible gambling and to provide support and resources to individuals affected by gambling-related harm.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:  

• Develop, implement, and update responsible gaming policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Design and deliver training programs to educate employees on responsible gaming principles, problem gaming awareness, and intervention techniques.
• Coordinate player support services.
• Collaborate with product development teams to  integrate responsible gaming tools and features into gaming platforms and products.
• Implement systems and processes to monitor player behavior and identify potential signs of problem gaming.
• Engage with community stakeholder, including advocacy groups, government agencies to promote responsible gaming initiatives.

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Qualifications

• Education:  High school diploma or equivalent and successfully demonstrated relevant work experience as deemed appropriate by agency. 
• Licensing & Certification:  Valid Kansas Driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.
• Qualifications: 
  • Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills and strong news writing and editing skills.
  • Familiarity with AP style.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work with news media, diverse groups, and individuals.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Experience with Social Media Engagement and Brand Awareness Campaigns.
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of Social Media platforms.
  • Customer Service
  • MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, FTP sites.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:  

• Must pass an extensive security background clearance prior to hire and is subject to periodic updates.
• Subject to tax clearance upon hire and is subject to periodic updates.
• Employees of the Kansas Lottery and designated family and household members are subject to the provisions of the Kansas Lottery Act, K.S.A. 74-8701 et seq., and the Kansas Expanded Lottery Act, K.S.A. 74-8733 et seq.
• Must complete Form I-9 upon hire and update and/or re-verify as required.
• By law, any person who holds or has held a license with the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission may not be employed by the Kansas Lottery within five years after last holding such license.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name:  Jayme Carpenter

Email:  jayme.carpenter@kslottery.net

Phone: 785-296-5726

Mailing Address: 128 N. Kansas Ave.  Topeka, KS 66603

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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Transcripts

DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position.  The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job.  Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.