Assistant Director, Lottery

Recruitment #082614-MABZ49-250700

Summary Statement

The incumbent reports to the State Lottery Director and works with licensed lottery agents, vendors, and representatives from other state agencies to develop, implement, and manage marketing, advertising, operational, and security programs for the product lines for Traditional Games, Keno and Sports Lottery.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • Manages lottery product lines by approving and overseeing the implementation of marketing and advertising strategies developed by lottery agents and vendors.

  • Negotiates, plans, and coordinates the operation of lottery games with other state agencies, licensed agents, vendors.

  • Manages agent and vendor compliance.  Recommends improvements for the effective operation and proper security of games and equipment.

  • Supervises State Lottery Office staff and manages contracted lottery agents and vendors.

  • Conducts agent/vendor lottery site visits to determine the effectiveness of regulations and to ensure the effectiveness of vendor operations.

  • Develops solutions and action plans to improve sales, operations, and security of games, materials, and equipment. Recommends policies, procedures, expansion or additions to product lines, and strategies to improve product effectiveness and increase player interest and revenues.

  • Works with Information Systems staff and vendors to ensure lottery games operate during scheduled hours.  Identifies security, operational, and reporting requirements necessary for effective management and operation of the lottery program.

  • Oversees and participates in the preparation of various management/operations reports.

  • Develops effective public relations programs.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Assistant Director, Lottery
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Three years experience in program administration such as overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and services; planning and establishing short and long range program goals and objectives. Providing advice to other agency organizational units through consultation.
  2. Three years experience in contract administration which includes overseeing the development and negotiation of contracts and bid specifications; managing bid openings; awarding and executing contracts.
  3. Three years experience in ensuring compliance with laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  4. Three years experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

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Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.