The Vice President of Table Games is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the Table Games and Poker departments including regulatory compliance, employee engagement, guest service, gaming operations and technical support. All duties are to be performed in accordance with federal laws and regulations of the Seminole Gaming Commission, as well as departmental and property policies, practices, and procedures.  Serves as a member of the Executive Committee to establish short/long term vision and goals for the property. Ensures all activities are performed within the reporting business units are in accordance with the Company’s strategic business objectives, budget guidelines, established safety standards, mission statement, policies, practices, and procedures.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Directs and manages all functions performed within the Table Games and Poker operations
• Develops and implements strategic plan and vision for the division consistent with the Company’s strategic vision and the property strategic plan
• Provides leadership in the development and monitoring of employee engagement, guest service, fiscal budgets and division operations to produce both short-term and long-term profitability and guest loyalty
• Directs the research, development, evaluation and implementation of new products, services, technology and processes for Table Games and Poker to ensure the property’s competitive position in anticipation of changing guest needs within the dynamic hospitality/gaming environment
• Provides leadership for the division including: creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction; quality hiring, training, and succession planning processes
• Keep abreast of Gaming regulations to ensure that we remain in compliance.
• Establishes accountability processes for division; ensures compliance with the company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Works closely with department management to ensure the establishment of sound operational business practices that produce positive methods to ensure all projects/assignments produce quality results, within budgetary constraints and meet targeted deadlines
• Monitors & reports financial gain/loss as part of the Daily Operating Report (DOR)
• Develops cost proposals and cost estimates for equipment, systems, and procedural changes as needed
• Maintains effective communications with all departmental staff members
• Conducts staff meetings on a regular basis to review department progress on projects and assignments
• Establishes the parameters that empower managers/supervisors with the authority to accomplish the duties of their assigned positions
• Collaborates with sister properties to maximize synergies and share best practices where applicable
• Other job related duties as required

• Bachelor Degree in Business and/or Hotel Administration
• Ten (10) years or more experience in an integrated high volume Casino/Resort, of which at least five (5) were in a leadership role
• Effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms
• In-depth knowledge of all disciplines within the division to include, casino operations and regulatory standards & compliance
• In depth understanding and management of player tracking/rating systems
• Strong ability to analyze and decipher statistical data
• Proactive management style with the proven ability to: Engage, develop and mentor employees
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop & maintain strong business relationships
• Maintain an organized and successful operation by proactively identifying the need for change
• Intermediate to advanced level computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
• Excellent guest service skills

Work Environment:

• Duties and responsibilities are performed in a professional office setting, as well as, on the Casino Floor. On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including, but not limited to, second hand smoke and excessive noise.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Native American Preference Policy:

The Tribal Council gives preference in all of its employment practices to Native Americans. First preference in hiring, training, promoting and in all other aspects of employment is given to members of the Seminole Tribe who meet the job requirements. Second preference is given to members of other federally recognized Native American Tribes who meet the job requirements.

Employment Process:

Seminole Gaming’s employment process requires candidates to obtain gaming licensure by successfully completing a background check with Seminole Gaming Compliance and Regulations, prior to beginning employment. These background checks may include, but are not limited to:

• Credit Check
• Criminal Background Check
• Drug Screen