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Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators in Ohio

Gambling surveillance officers and investigators monitor casino floors and back-of-house areas to detect cheating, theft, and other irregular activities involving employees or patrons. They work in casinos, racetracks, and other gambling establishments, using surveillance equipment and direct observation to protect gaming assets and ensure compliance with regulations. In Ohio the median pay is $45,880 a year, 6% above the national median of $43,370.

$45,880median pay in Ohio, per year
$36,410–$65,480middle half earn
190employed in Ohio
$43,370U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.

Skills that matter most

MonitoringCritical ThinkingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingActive Learning

Knowledge areas

English LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityComputers and ElectronicsMathematics (knowledge)AdministrativeEducation and Training

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Licenses and training in Ohio

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O*NET-SOC 33-9031.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Ohio, annual.