[37 Pa.B. 1565]
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Bureau of Gaming Laboratory Operations
DIRECTOR OF GAMING LABORATORY OPERATIONS Class Summary:
The Director of Gaming Laboratory Operations is responsible for providing technical and managerial direction and oversight to the Bureau. The Director will have an in depth knowledge of the policies and procedures which dictate the manner in which the slot machines and associated equipment operate.
Work includes assuring that policies and procedures are in compliance with established Board regulations and that professional technical design/review standards of the slot machines and associated equipment are in compliance when proposed for approval and subsequently when placed in operation in Pennsylvania casinos. Supervision is exercised over a professional and technical staff through subordinate managers.
The Director of Gaming Laboratory Operations reports to the Executive Director.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Oversee the testing and certification of slot machines and technical equipment as mandated by Act 71.
Develops and/or recommends policy changes to meet the technological innovations of slot machines and associated equipment to insure that the integrity of the industry is retained.
Develops policies and procedures that assure all products proposed for approval are in compliance with the prevailing regulations adopted by the Board.
Directs the Bureau personnel to provide expertise and technical guidance to other departmental organizations as required.
Possesses the ability to delegate work among staff and produce status reports as needed.
Develops and directs investigative procedures into alleged cheating incidents involving slot machines or associated equipment.
Makes recommendations regarding device approvals and regulation specifications.
Insures that the Bureau has personnel with expert knowledge in the fields of statistical analysis, computer science and electrical engineering as necessary to meet the assignments.
Participates in the creation of rules and policies established by Board.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A Bachelor's degree in a related field; and
Five years of progressively responsible management in a gaming laboratory environment which includes at least two years of establishing goals and operational policies and procedures for professional subordinates involved in engineering and statistics.
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7015
Unemployment Compensation Covered: No
Compensatory Time Eligibility: No
Pay Range: K
GAMING LABORATORY MANAGER Class Summary:
The Gaming Laboratory Operations Manager is responsible for understanding, planning, organizing, managing and implementing the policies and procedures needed to insure the integrity of slot machines and associated equipment. Each manager will implement their responsibilities for the evaluation, inspection or investigation of slot machines and associated equipment as directed, and will supervise a technical staff to help achieve stated objectives.
The Gaming Laboratory Manager reports to the Director of Gaming Laboratory Operations.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Configures and tests numerical analysis and verification of slot machines and associated equipment.
Accesses the necessary information from slot machines and associated equipment for audit and reconciliation purposes.
Interfaces slot machines with casino monitoring systems and related equipment.
Works with expert procedural knowledge regarding investigations into alleged cheating incidents involving slot machines and associated equipment.
Works with expert knowledge of statutes and regulations with emphasis on creating the interpretation and implementation of same.
Makes sound recommendations regarding work related challenges.
Delegates workload among assigned staff and to create status reports for the Director.
Works with knowledge of network security and encryption systems.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineer, computer science. Statistician manager must possess a BA or BS in Statistics or Applied Mathematics or a Masters degree in these fields.
Applicants will possess three or more years experience in their field to be considered for a manager position of the appropriate section.
Applicants focused on Managers for Systems and Kiosks and Slot Certification will have knowledge of operating systems such as Microsoft windows, Windows CE, UNIX/Linux. Working knowledge of C,C++, TCP/IP, XML, and networking.
Applicants for the Gaming Equipment Inspection manager position will have knowledge of computer systems and an appropriate degree.
U CODE: U7039
Unemployment Compensation Covered: No
Compensatory Time Eligibility: No
Pay Range: G
ELECTRONICS ENGINEER Class Summary:
This position is responsible for evaluating gaming devices, modifications to gaming devices, slot monitoring systems, ancillary equipment, conducting investigations and performing other work related duties as assigned.
Supervision is received from a Manager of Gaming Laboratory Operations.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Assesses gaming device viability and reliability.
Analyze equipment for compliance with appropriate regulations.
Confirm accuracy and completeness of submission checklists.
Tests and verifies the accuracy of slot machine communication with the central computer system.
Tests and analyzes accuracy of slot monitoring systems and subsequent modifications.
Tests and analyzes kiosks used for voucher redemptions in connection with gaming operations.
Writes computer programs to perform various computations and simulations.
Investigates alleged cheating incidents involving electronic equipment.
Investigates gaming devices involved in player disputes and furnish reports as requested.
Confirms statistical analysis of gaming devices.
Performs in-depth analysis and testing of gaming devices.
Assists in seizure of electronic equipment suspected of use in illegal activities.
Trains personnel in gaming equipment inspection procedures as appropriate.
Performs other related duties.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science and two years of progressively responsible experience in microprocessor systems analysis, design, and programming in Assembly, C, C++, C# or other common development languages.
Or two or more years experience in gaming product testing and analysis;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7032
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: D
STATISTICIAN Class Summary:
Under administrative direction of the Gaming Laboratory, responsible for evaluating the theoretical return for each gaming theme submitted for review with particular attention to specific rules involving payout percentages, odds, volatility, symbol weights, bonus triggers and the specific rules of each game play. Perform analysis of pseudo random number generators used for gaming purposes.
This position reports to the Manager of Gaming Laboratory Operations.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Perform sufficient analysis of each different game theme to insure compliance with regulations regarding payback percentage, volatility, odds of all available awards, symbol weights, rules for bonus triggers and any unique rules for each game.
Verification via independent analysis of simulation programs submitted by manufacturers and used for mathematical, statistical and probability calculations to determine accuracy and, with regard to regulatory goals, integrity. Simulation programs are used to run a series of statistical tests to produce a confidence limit of attributes that are permissible within the rules.
Determines the combinatory outcome of all payouts represented in the submitted program using probability, statistics, and permutation formulas.
Develops computer programs to assist the agency in performing the necessary mathematical, statistical and probability calculations required for game analysis.
Uses the appropriate statistical tools to analyze the collected data to determine the randomness in the application of the pseudo random number generator to include chi2 test, runs test, and a serial correlation test.
Creates reports and graphs to document the analysis and findings.
Confirm accuracy and completeness of submission packages and accuracy of accompanying checklist(s).
Write computer programs to perform various computations and simulations.
Confirm statistical analysis of gaming devices.
Verifies accuracy of award tables, rules and game description.
Travels as necessary to complete assignments.
Performs other related duties.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A Bachelor's degree in Statistics or Applied Mathematics and two years of progressively responsible experience in the application of statistical analysis, and programming in SAS or other analytical languages;
Or two or more years experience in gaming product analysis;
Or a Masters in Statistics;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7040
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: D
GAMING LABORATORY TRAINEE Class Summary:
Under administrative direction of the respective Managers within the Bureau of Gaming Laboratory Operations each trainee is responsible for learning the policies and procedures used to insure the integrity of slot machines and associated equipment. Each trainee will be responsible for the assignments pertaining to the evaluation, inspection or investigation of slot machines and associated equipment. The trainee period will last up to twelve months. At the end of the twelve month period, the respective Manager and Director of Gaming Laboratory Operations will determine whether the trainee should be reclassified to an Electronic Engineer, Statistician, or Gaming Equipment Inspector.
This position reports to a Manager of Gaming Laboratory.
Each Trainee Will Be Expected To Learn the Following Examples of Work As Applicable:
Knowledge in the configuration, testing, numerical analysis and verification of slot machines and associated equipment.
Knowledge in the ability to access the necessary information from slot machines and associated equipment for audit and reconciliation purposes.
Knowledge in the manner of interfacing slot machines with casino monitoring systems and related equipment.
Procedural knowledge regarding investigations into alleged cheating incidents involving slot machines and associated equipment.
Knowledge of statutes and regulations with emphasis on creating the interpretation and implementation of same.
Sufficient job knowledge for making sound recommendations regarding work related challenges.
Working knowledge of network security and encryption systems.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineer, computer science. Statistician trainee must possess a BS in Statistics or Applied Mathematics or a Masters degree in these fields.
U CODE: U7071
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: C
Bureau of Licensing
DIRECTOR OF LICENSING Class Summary:
The Director of Licensing is responsible for developing and managing the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) licensing system consistent with Act 71 and the regulations promulgated thereunder. This is a supervisory professional position that encompasses the highest degree of professional and administrative responsibility related to the licensing, permitting, certification, and registration of applicants. This involves management of a large bureau staff, working closely with the other Bureau Directors, the Office of Chief Counsel, the Office of Chief Enforcement Counsel and their staffs and the Director of Information Technology.
This position is responsible for the supervision of the managers of the Bureau units and their staffs including developing forms, processes and procedures; assigning work; evaluating performance; resolving complaints and grievances; facilitating staff development; overseeing the preparation of suitability reports and other materials for Board review; briefing the Board on licensing related matters; interacting with applicants, licensees and their counsel to ensure compliance with the Act and regulations; and identifying and coordinating development of necessary licensing related technologies.
Work is performed with wide latitude for independent judgment and is subject to the general supervision of the Executive Director.
Examples of Work Include But Are Not Limited to:
Develop policies and procedures or make recommendations for necessary regulations to implement the Board's responsibilities under Act 71.
Assign work, schedule employees, approve overtime, handle grievances, and evaluate work performance.
Analyze, develop and organize licensing issues and clearly present these issues orally and in writing to brief Board members, guide applicants and licensees.
Developing and analyzing licensing processes.
Analyze applications and determine licensing requirements for applicants.
Communicate licensing requirements to applicants, licensees and staff.
Effectively present issues and matters to the Board, staff, other agencies and outside entities.
Plan and coordinate the development and promulgation of licensing policies and regulations.
Deal tactfully and effectively with Board staff, legislative staff, staff of other agencies, applicants and licensees, and members of the general public.
Supervision of professional and clerical employees.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
Eight years of progressively responsible executive level management experience; and
A graduate degree or a law degree from an accredited school of law;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7017
Unemployment Compensation Covered: No
Compensatory Time Eligibility: No
Pay Range: K
LICENSING MANAGER Class Summary:
This is responsible managerial work directing a comprehensive program of gaming licensing evaluation, investigation, administration, and special services in support of the gaming program of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB).
Supervision is received from the Director of Licensing.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Plans, assigns, and directs the work of the Licensing Analysts and Licensing Technicians.
Manages a licensing unit that includes monitoring and reviewing all licensed applications of facilities, manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, junket enterprises and gaming and non gaming employees.
Provides guidance and support to licensing analysts and others within the bureau.
Reviews all correspondence, charts and other documents in connection with the licensing and/or certification of all applicants.
Provides updates to the Director of Licensing on all issues involving their bureau.
Prepares various weekly, monthly and yearly reports.
Coordinates projects within the Licensing Bureau and other Bureaus as required or requested.
Interviews and recommends potential candidates for the Licensing Bureaus. Performs any other duties not listed above as required.
Performs other related duties.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A bachelor's degree and two years of supervisory experience;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7027
Unemployment Compensation Covered: No
Compensatory Time Eligibility: No
Pay Range: G
LICENSING ANALYST Class Summary:
The Licensing Analyst ensures the appropriate licensure, permitting, registration, or certification of business entitles and individuals as required under the Pennsylvania Race Horse Development and Gaming Act and related regulations.
Supervision is received from either a Licensing Manager or the Director of Licensing.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Initiates routine correspondence, performs data entry on applicants.
Provides recommendations in connection with the development and improvement of new and existing data processing systems to enhance the integrity of the licensing process or to improve the efficiency of related activities.
Accepts and processes applications for operators, manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, junket enterprises, key employees, permittee and registrants and related revenue.
Prepares correspondence, reports, charts, and other documents in connection with licensing, permitting, registration, and certification responsibilities.
Communicates with applicant to ensure timely receipt of required information.
Updates databases to ensure accurate information is being tracked regarding the applicant, licensee, and affiliates.
Upon receipt of Board authorization, prepares and issues initial and renewed licenses, permits, registrations, and certifications.
Provides regular updates to Bureau managers on the status of applications and licenses and any other outstanding issues requiring supervisory action.
Performs other related duties.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position from an accredited college or university;
Or an Associate's degree in a closely related field from an accredited college and two years of additional experience from a government agency or a large business;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7014
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: D
LICENSING TECHNICIAN Class Summary:
Assists with the preparation of credentials, which involves the printing of identification badges for gaming and non-gaming employees working on the gaming floor in licensed slots facilities.
Licensing Technicians report to a Licensing Manager.
Examples of Work May Include But Are Not Limited To:
Prepares applications for scanning into an imaging system in an effort to reduce the number of paper applications currently being stored.
Organizes paper applications and researching storage solutions to house future applications.
Processes tax clearance forms with the Departments of Revenue and Labor & Industry, as part of the application process for all employees and entities seeking licensure.
Prepares correspondence, charts and other documents for the reporting of credentials issued for gaming and non-gaming employees of slots facilities.
Uses the Microsoft packages of Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.
Assist and answer questions concerning the imaging and credentialing processes.
Maintains alphabetic and numerical files by inserting and/or retrieving documents, preparation of new files, and updating file contents.
Performs other related duties.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A high school diploma is required and two years of relevant work experience.
U CODE: U7070
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: B
Administrative Staff
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Class Summary:
An Executive Secretary is responsible for performing a variety of administrative staff assignments, which include analyzing administrative or staff operations and procedures, developing and recommending work standards and procedures, conducting research and studies, preparing reports of findings and recommendations, and liaison duties. Assignments usually require familiarity with the functions of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). Assignments are carried out under the supervision of the administrator, and work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and evaluation of results.
The incumbent reports to the Executive Director, Director of Administration, Chief Counsel, Chief Enforcement Counsel, Director of Licensing, Director of Corporate Compliance and Internal Controls, Director of Investigations and Enforcement, Director of Gaming Labs, the Chief Financial Officer, or a member of the Board.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Studies and analyzes operational procedures; prepares detailed and comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations.
Carries out various administrative research assignments; conducts research and studies in connection with the development and evaluation of agency programs.
Reviews and replies to routine correspondence; disposes of other administrative details as directed.
Assists administrative superiors in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other governmental agencies.
Assists in the preparation of budget estimates and other fiscal and statistical reports.
Supervises a staff of technical or clerical employees engaged primarily in a single activity.
Assists a high professional or administrative official in the management of agency programs.
Prepares recommendations and justifications for changes in policies and procedures, budget requests, personnel actions, and management and office services activities.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A high school diploma and five years of relevant work experience;
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
U CODE: U7003
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: No
Pay Range: E
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Class Summary:
An Administrative Assistant is responsible for the processing of a variety of documents which include the verification of information, performing arithmetic calculations, coding, and assisting the public in completing governmental forms. Work involves the skilled typing of a variety of letters, reports, contracts, transmittals, vouchers, and agenda in draft and final form and includes responsibility for the format and grammatical accuracy of the material typed. Work may involve providing secretarial services to one or more individuals. Work includes all clerical aspects of a complicated work process or activity made up of unpredictable and random input, making choices between different procedures to be followed, and the appropriateness of the information presented for further processing. Work normally involves making independent decisions concerning the process to be followed, the appropriateness of the information to be processed, and the actions taken. Work may involve providing training and guidance to new employees and fulfilling a lead worker role for routine clerical operations. Work is performed with considerable independence and little review, however, changes in operational standards, procedures, and work policies are discussed in detail with the supervisor prior to implementation.
This position reports to various management staff throughout the agency.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Types letters, reports, contracts, transmittals, vouchers, itinerary, and agenda on a typewriter console from handwritten draft, dictated sources, or original source documents into draft or final form.
Reads correspondence in order to become familiarized with contents and determines what procedures to pursue in providing the correct information which is in accordance with any applicable administrative and legal constraints; and types or directs the typing of responding correspondence.
Proofreads varying types of materials to insure that information is grammatically correct, complete, consistent, and adheres to agency rules and regulations.
Prepares and types documents to purchase books, supplies, equipment, services, etc. by referring to catalogues, state contracts, and other sources to obtain prices, specifications, and related information.
Prepares monthly accomplishment such as reports, bid awards, costs, anticipated completion dates, and stages of completion.
Answers written inquiries relating to the status of certain aspects of an organization's functions.
Gathers information by reading publications and extracting applicable material.
Determines supply needs for the mail room and prepares the supply requisitions.
Insures that mail delivery schedules are punctual and mail is processed in the most efficient and expeditious manner.
Initiates tracers through the U.S. Postal Service on lost mail or parcel post.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A high school diploma and four years of relevant work experience;
Or graduation from an accredited four year college or university;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7005
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: B
CLERICAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST Class Summary:
A Clerical Support Specialist is responsible for performing clerical and typing duties within a structured work setting which is characterized by standardized duties that follow well established methods and procedures. Work is initially reviewed closely, and close supervision is received when new work processes or procedures are introduced, however, employees are expected to perform with limited guidance after the work process is learned and on regular assignments.
Clerical Support Specialists report to various management staff throughout the agency.
Examples of Work May Include but Are Not Limited To:
Answering phones and taking messages or transferring calls.
Types information from handwritten copy onto forms, form letters, card, envelopes, label, charts, and transmittals.
Performs data entry to update human resource, fiscal, accounting, and similar systems.
Proofreads typed documents to insure typographical accuracy.
Performs receptionist duties by greeting visitors, directing individuals to proper office locations, taking information, and screening and routing telephone calls.
Files and retrieves materials by systematically sorting and storing documents alphabetically, numerically, chronologically, or using similar filing methods.
Logs or records the amount, type, disposition, and number of incoming or outgoing mail, forms, documents, phone calls, etc.
Opens and sorts mail into designated categories placing it into labeled boxes or receptacles for the organizational segment or address.
Prepares labels to identify the contents of packages, file folders, mail, booklets, etc.
Receive applications, documents, forms and fees directly from the public and screens sorts and assembles for further processing.
Folds letters, documents or circulars and stuffs into envelopes.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Experience, Education and Training:
A high school diploma and one year of relevant work experience;
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
U CODE: U7006
Unemployment Compensation Covered: Yes
Compensatory Time Eligibility: Yes
Pay Range: A
Pay Ranges
PENNSYLVANIA GAMING CONTROL BOARD OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
CLASSIFICATION/COMPENSATION PLAN
PAY RANGES
A $21,000-35,0000 B $30,000-$48,000 C $35,000-$55,000 D $37,000-$66,000 E $43,000-$70,000 F $54,000-$80,000 G $58,000-$90,000 H $65,000-$99,000 I $74,000-$113,000 J $84,000-$130,000 K $99,000-$147,000 L $140,000-$160,000
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 07-627. Filed for public inspection April 6, 2007, 9:00 a.m.]
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