Current employment opportunities for Gila River Casinos are listed below, by department.
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ANNOUNCEMENT:
   Available now - When applying at Gila River Casinos, an application MUST be submitted in order to be considered for any of our positions. A resume will not substitute for an application. All applications must meet the minimum position requirements to be considered for an interview and received on or before the Closing Date. Please specify which position you are applying for. Thank you.
   Location(s): Lonebutte - Veequiva - Wildhorse
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CORPORATE MARKETING: Database Coordinator
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required. 2. A college degree preferred in marketing, advertising, communications or related field, and/or 1-3 years experience in advertising, marketing, casino database or related work experience. 3. Casino database experience preferred. 4. Must be computer-literate with specific proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access applications. 5. Ability to work closely with several departments and levels within the Enterprise. 6. Experience in analyzing demographic and statistical data. 7. Excellent communication and customer service skills. 8. Exhibits good judgment and excellent ability to establish and maintain personal/professional relationships, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 9. Must have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects ensuring completions of projects in a timely fashion. 10. Must have the ability to work in and encourage a team environment. 11. Creative problem solving. 12. Self-starter with excellent follow through. 13. Must be able to work varied hours and weekends. 14. Broad knowledge of the Gila River Indian Community. 15. Conceptual understanding of the following: National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC); Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS); Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement; U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity); State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona; Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance; GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Ensures the player database is being effectively marketed through direct mail programs. 2. Writes coupon copy for direct mailers. 3. Works with Database Analyst to create and distribute mail files for direct mail programs. 4. Communicates with graphic designers to ensure direct mail pieces are the highest of quality, are simple to understand from the guest's perspective and are finished in timely manner. 5. Communicates with outside vendors to ensure direct mail pieces are accurate and mailed in a timely manner. 6. Communicates with guests regarding mail issues and marketing questions. 7. Requests and proofs direct mail projects for accuracy and quality. 8. Promotes the highest degree of quality customer service, both internally and externally. 9. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 10. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 11. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 12. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 13. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 14. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 15. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 16. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 17. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 18. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U. S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Casino is also committed to achieving full equal opportunity without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, politics, marital status, physical disability, age or sexual orientation. SALARY: $18.77-$23.47 hour HOURS: Varies CLOSING DATE: July 11, 2008
   Location(s): Wildhorse
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CORPORATE MARKETING: Database Manager
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) required. 2. Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related field and/or three to five years experience in database marketing, events or promotional field. 3. Experience in execution of event planning with proven skill to accomplish goals and to effectively evaluate results required. 4. Must have strong leadership, organizational, communication, human relations and decision-making skills, 5. Must possess excellent organizational and analytical skills. 6. Must be computer-literate with specific proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access applications. 7. Must have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects ensuring completions of projects in a timely fashion. 8. Knowledge of database marketing principles and systems; analytical, financial and operational reporting required. 9. Knowledge of direct mail processes in their entirety. 10. Must be numbers oriented and computer literate with Microsoft Word applications as well as possess database skills. 11. Must have ability to work in and encourage a team environment. 12. Creative problem solving. 13. Self-starter with excellent follow through. 14. Must be able to work varied hours and weekends. 15. Broad knowledge of the Gila River Indian Community. 16. Conceptual understanding of the following: National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC); Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS); Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement; U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity); State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona; Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance; GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Manages the implementation, execution, and day-to-day activities of the Database department. 2. Manages all casino direct mail and database programs. a. Controls standardization of copy, design and structure. b. Controls accuracy of all content and files. c. Evaluates programs and determines the most effective criteria and offer tactics. d. Manages validation and drop dates. e. Manages all program proposal and proforma creation, approval and post analysis. 3. Addresses all guest inquiries regarding direct mail and offer structures. 4. Manages the marketing database specifics including: Hygiene; Redemption parameters; Analysis. 5. Directly supervises one Database Coordinator and one Marketing Analyst. 6. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 7. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 8. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 9. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 10. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 11. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 12. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 13. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 14. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 15. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U. S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Casino is also committed to achieving full equal opportunity without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, politics, marital status, physical disability, age or sexual orientation. SALARY: $42,210.00-$52,763.00/year HOURS: Varies CLOSING DATE: July 11, 2008
   Location(s): Wildhorse
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CORPORATE MARKETING: Graphic Artist
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Bachelor's degree in marketing, art, graphic design or commercial advertising, a similar quantitative field; or, a comparable level of experience in a gaming environment. 2. Four or more years experience in graphic layout and design. 3. Expertise in use of Macintosh computer systems and software in the creation of graphic arts, with a strong command of a variety of desktop publishing applications. Cross-platform (Mac-PC) experience a plus. Strong command of Quark, Photoshop, and Illustrator for Mac. 4. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with several outside entities. 5. Strong understanding of different media and color systems: spot color, four color process, full color, matte paper, photo paper, etc. 6. Ability to work closely with several departments and levels within the enterprise. 7. Experience in analyzing demographic and statistical data. 8. Excellent communication and customer service skills. 9. Exhibits good judgment and excellent ability to establish and maintain personal/professional relationships, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 10. Understands visual communication involving illustration art and photography. 11. Conceptual understanding of the following: National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC); Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS); Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement; U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity); State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona; Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance; GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assists in formalizing advertising and design standards for the enterprise by directing and assisting all outside print media, collateral and advertising production; along with the development, layout, and story board for all promotional advertising campaigns. 2. Designs, prints and executes in-house collateral for all casinos including posters, end caps and toppers in an effort to attract and peak patron's interest. 3. Designs and reviews all print media, internal, and external, for consistency and accuracy. 4. Monitors all deadlines for placement purchases and ensures compliance with all advertising agreements. 5. Assists with coordination of print media buying and placement to utilize effective marketing strategies; at the direction of the marketing director. 6. Provides the highest degree of quality control (including proofreading) of all materials generated externally and internally of the enterprise. 7. Prepares and maintains files for service bureaus for high-resolution color proofs and film (negative) output, including transfer via disk or electronically. 8. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 9. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 10. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 11. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 12. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 13. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 14. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 15. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 16. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 17. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U. S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Casino is also committed to achieving full equal opportunity without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, politics, marital status, physical disability, age or sexual orientation. SALARY: $27,844.00-$34,805.00 HOURS: Varies CLOSING DATE: July 10, 2008
   Location(s): Wildhorse
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FOOD & BEVERAGE: Cook 3
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. High School Diploma or GED and/or six to eighteen months of related experience in heavy food production within a multi-outlet facility. 2. Must possess excellent customer service skills, strong telephone etiquette, and be a self-starter with the ability to multitask, follow-up and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimum supervision. 3. Gila River Indian Community Environmental Health Department Food Handlers Certification and/or Serve Safe Certificate. 4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as to gain the cooperation of patrons, employees, and fellow staff members. 5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 6. Conceptual understanding of the following: - National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) - Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS) - Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement - U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity) - State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona - Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance - GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Prepares hot and cold food items using standardized recipes and methods of preparation. 2. Maintains a neat and orderly food preparation environment by cleaning in a manner immediately following preparation. 3. Samples food being prepared to ensure highest quality levels at all times. 4. Maintains knowledge of food costs and performs job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes waste and improves financial performance. 5. Organizes and maintains refrigerated and dry storage areas. 6. Must be familiar with common culinary terms and methods regarding broiling, braising, roasting, poaching, sauce preparation, and meat carving, among other methods. 7. Prepares individual food items on a consistent basis with little or no variation in terms of appearance and taste as it relates to single food items. 8. Maintains ability and willingness to prepare all or nearly all food items sold by the enterprise according to recipe. 9. Easily adapts to changes in menu preparation and production methods. 10. Maintains responsibility for kitchen safety and sanitization, as well as care of kitchen equipment. 11. Practices proper personal sanitary procedures. 12. Operates stoves, broilers, deep fryers, and other food preparation equipment and uses hand tools, knives, and other related small wares. 13. Accurately reads food ticket orders. 14. Responds properly to customer preferences and concerns. 15. Ensures proper food storage and food serving temperatures. 16. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 17. Performs other special projects and duties as assigned. 18. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 19. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 20. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 21. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 22. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 23. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 24. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 25. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 26. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. HOURS: VARIES. SALARY: $9.85-$10.97/HR. CLOSING DATE: July 16, 2008
   Location(s): Lonebutte - Veequiva - Wildhorse
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RISK MANAGEMENT:Safety/Loss Control Representative
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent, OSHA Certification and Worker's Compensation background and experience. 2. Knowledge and ability to evaluate internal controls. Incumbent must possess customer service, communications, human relations, and decision making skills. 3. Skills in written and oral communications as well as organizational skills sufficient to prepare and present oral and written presentations on various subjects. 4. Skills in developing accident-prevention and loss-control systems. 5. Ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government. Ability to develop and maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures. 6. Drives for enterprise business, which requires a clean driving record and adherence to enterprise policies and procedures. 7. Conceptual understanding of the following: National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC); Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS); Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement; U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity); State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona; Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance; GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Reviews security reports and EMT first care forms to determine possible casino liability involving patron injury claims and settles claims on behalf of the enterprise as appropriate. 2. Reviews all supervisory reports of injury forms to identify possible fraudulent employee Worker’s Compensation benefit claims. 3. Responsible for safety committee meetings including facilitation, budgeting, reporting and scheduling. 4. Maintains Material Safety Data Sheets and related binders and trains enterprise staff regarding their content and use. 5. Conducts investigations on patron and employee injuries, submits a written report of findings to the risk management director and the fire systems/safety manger on all investigations. 6. Works in conjunction with the fire systems/safety manger, fire/safety instructor, liability and Worker's Compensation insurance carriers to coordinate in-house safety inspections of all facilities for the purpose of identification of current or potential patron or employee injury and health exposures. 7. Coordinates employee shot clinics. 8. Works in conjunction with the fire systems/safety manger and fire/safety instructor in determining the need for additional or special training based on frequency and severity of employee injuries by department. 9. Develops, implements, and monitors time loss case management for Worker's Compensation claims to reduce cost of lost time wages and medical expenses. 10. Maintains information exchange system and supervisor training program to provide enterprise wide awareness of impact of Worker's Compensation costs and provide cost analysis reports to each department. 11. Responsible for ensuring that all persons driving on enterprise business are in compliance with enterprise policies and regulations, including driving record checks for moving violations and/or license suspensions. 12. Initiates claims for all patron injuries and garage keeper claims with the liability insurance carrier, investigation of incident details, and initial contact with the patron(s) and assigned adjustor, while following up with reports, photos, and surveillance tapes as appropriate. 13. Conducts employee safety training at the direction of the fire systems/safety manager, coordinates and participates in all safety committee and safety incentive programs. 14. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 15. Performs other special projects and duties as assigned. 16. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 17. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 18. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 19. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 20. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 21. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 22. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 23. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 24. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U. S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Casino is also committed to achieving full equal opportunity without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, politics, marital status, physical disability, age or sexual orientation. SALARY: $40,700.00-$59,815.90 HOURS: Varies CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
   Location(s): Wildhorse
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SECURITY: Officer
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. High School Diploma or GED and six to twelve months experience. 2. Knowledge and skills in applying and enforcing all applicable departmental and enterprise policies and procedures. 3. Ability to interact with patrons in a calm and professional manner in an effort to control the situation and reduce escalation. 4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to gain the cooperation of peers, supervisors and managers. 5. Must have dependable transportation, a valid AZ Driver License and current vehicle insurance to travel between enterprise locations. 6. Ability and skill to act calmly and responsibly in all incidents which occur within the gaming facilities and the grounds and in emergency situations. 7. Must have a working knowledge in report writing. 8. Drives for enterprise business, which requires a clean driving record and adherence to enterprise policies and procedures. 9. Conceptual understanding of the following: - National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) - Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS) - Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement - U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity) - State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona - Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance - GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Greets patrons and performs identification checks of all individuals who appear to be under the age of 21. 2. Maintains a visible presence at all assigned posts to assist patrons, while safeguarding the property, its assets, employees and patrons. 3. Performs escorts of patrons, employees and vendors upon request. 4. Assists all patrons who may appear to be intoxicated to ensure that they exit the enterprise in a safe manner for themselves, other patrons and employees, making appropriate arrangements for their safe travel. 5. Performs scheduled slot drops to ensure security of enterprise assets. 6. Assists with all medical related issues, ensuring that injury incidents are handled quickly and effectively, including escalating the response to proper levels as necessary. 7. Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts (day, swing, grave) on an occasionally erratic schedule. 8. Handles all customer complaints and issues in a professional customer service oriented manner while protecting the assets of the enterprise. 9. Presents a professional image during each shift through regular uniform checks. 10. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 11. Performs other special projects and duties as assigned. 12. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 13. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 14. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 15. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 16. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 17. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 18. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 19. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 20. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. HOURS: Varies. SALARY: $9.02-$11.28/hour. CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
   Location(s): Lonebutte - Veequiva - Wildhorse
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SURVEILLANCE: Agent
   Available now - EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. High School Diploma or GED. 2. Prefer law enforcement, corporate security or gaming experience which incorporates knowledge of and skill in security/surveillance needs of gaming establishments including knowledge of slots, cage, vault and table games and floor operations. 3. Must possess excellent administrative, organizational and communication skills, both written and oral. 4. Must be able to obtain a working knowledge of Casino CCTV systems and operations. 5. Must posses the ability to act calmly and responsibly in an emergency situation. 6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as to gain the cooperation of patrons, employees, and fellow staff members. 7. Conceptual understanding of the following: - National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) - Minimum Internal Controls Standards (MICS) - Gila River Gaming Commission - Rule 9 - Accounting and Internal Controls - Rule 2 - Governing Licensee Compliance and Enforcement - U.S. Treasury Bank Secrecy Act & U.S. Patriot Act of 2001 (With regards to Title 31 and Suspicious Activity Reports pertaining to Casino activity) - State Compact between Gila River Indian Community/State of Arizona - Gila River Indian Community-Tribal Gaming Ordinance - GRGE Gaming Internal Control System which includes Enterprise and Departmental Policies and Procedures MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assists in overseeing the CCTV/CCVS system which provides appropriate surveillance security for casino/table games/cage/restaurant operations. 2. Ensure all surveillance systems are working correctly and efficiently and that all areas throughout the casino have necessary video coverage. Must be able to ensure the security of gaming employees, patrons, facilities, grounds and property by means of CCTV. 3. Utilizes computer and appropriate software programs to record daily entries. 4. Reports any deviations from procedures from all departments audited to surveillance shift supervisor and thoroughly documents these findings for further action. 5. Is trained, learns, and understands usage of surveillance equipment, gaming methods and house rules. 6. Multitasks while utilizing surveillance equipment and dispatching/interfacing with slot and security personnel on surveillance matters. 7. Reviews surveillance system video records in order to factually resolve incidents, patron disputes, and suspected inappropriate/illegal activities. 8. Ensure that all aspects of customer service are adhered to and executed in compliance with established organizational policies and procedures. 9. Maintains a dependable work attendance record with extremely infrequent absences and/or lateness. 10. Performs other special projects and duties as assigned. 11. Maintain superior customer service to all internal and external customers. 12. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills. 13. Ability to produce a quality product on a consistent basis. 14. Ensure confidentiality throughout the department. 15. Must agree to maintain Drug-Free Workplace as a condition of employment with Gila River Casino. 16. Must be able to work in a smoking environment. 17. All gaming facility employees must be certified/licensed. The certification process includes a full background check. 18. Other duties as directed. Hours are determined by a twenty-four hours schedule and subject to change as needed. 19. Preference is given to qualified members of the Gila River Indian Community. HOURS: Varies. SALARY: $9.85 - $15.00/hr. CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled.
   Location(s): Lonebutte - Veequiva - Wildhorse
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