Post information enabling patrons to wager on various races and sporting events. Assist in the operation of games such as keno and bingo. May operate random number-generating equipment and announce the numbers for patrons. Receive, verify, and record patrons' wagers. Scan and process winning tickets presented by patrons and pay out winnings for those wagers.
According to the US Department of Labor, there are 8,000 people employed as gambling and sports book writers and runners in the United States. The median annual salary is $25,200. Entry level employees earn approximately $19,910 per year and senior employees earn approximately $37,490 per year.
Estimates do not include other potential benefits such as health insurance, overtime pay, or retirement benefits that may be offered by employers.