First Council Compliance Officer $15.00 hour

 The Compliance Officer is responsible for assisting in the process of developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance with casino internal controls and procedures as to ensure compliance with Federal, State regulations and to gaming regulations, pursuant to the national Indian Gaming Commission, Minimum Internal Control Standards, and Tribal Internal Control Standards as they pertain to the gaming operations. All positions within the Otoe-Missouria Gaming Enterprise are responsible for the overall maintaining of excellent guest services, efficient productivity, and providing an orderly, safe, and exciting workplace. All positions within the Enterprise require attention to quality guest services skills and exceptional teamwork. 

The following is a list of the main duties and responsibilities of the Compliance Officer. However, other duties will be assigned as deemed necessary by reporting department management.

DEPARTMENT/CASINO OPERATIONS

Works with the casino departments to research and write appropriate and efficient internal controls and procedures.

Coordinates with casino departments to research and assist in development of Title 31 Compliance Policies and Procedures.

Serves as a resource for casino departments in addressing Title 31 and compliance issues.

Keep informed and current of state, federal and tribal regulations, and guidelines to ensure adequate compliance with all applicable regulations.

Provides ongoing compliance reporting to Compliance Management.

Assist in performing risk assessments and develops compliance audit programs.

Assist in executing compliance audit programs and summarizes findings in a clear and concise written report.

Develops and coordinates compliance and Title 31 training materials/programs.

Drafts written responses to Internal and External Audit reports.

Investigates and assists in resolving issues of compliance and Title 31 issues.

Observe Title 31 activities and compliance with applicable controls, laws, policies, and regulations.

Maintains accurate, detailed records of matters relating to compliance with Title 31 activity.

Reports weaknesses in the gaming operations Title 31 program and recommends procedures to eliminate the weaknesses.

Maintains a working knowledge of relevant gaming issues and regulations of Internal Controls. Title 31, Regulation 22, and Regulation 26.

Greet guest and team members eagerly upon arrival to the casino/hotel, always maintain an initiative-taking guest service approach.

Be able to assist with guest questions by being knowledgeable regarding promotions, events, specials, areas, and locations of casino.

Maintaining attendance to ensure Casino and Guest has necessary coverage to provide efficient guest service standards.

Perform all other duties as assigned by Management.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Monitors all relevant activities of the department, to ensure that all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and controls of the organization, and the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) and the Otoe-Missouria Gaming Commission (OMGC) are understood and enforced by departmental personnel.

Ensures all staff are aware of, understands and complies with regulatory requirements and enforces regulatory standards.

Performs all duties in accordance with company team member handbook, objectives of the Otoe Missouria Tribe, internal policies, procedures, and controls, as well as applicable laws and gaming regulations, including but not limited to, the state-tribal compact, IGRA, MICS, OM TICS, the Bank Secrecy Act.

ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH/DEVELOPMENT

Judgement/Decision Making

Forms opinions and makes decisions based on information and the identification of available facts. Makes decisions or draws conclusions using available data and from experience.

Investigates, evaluates information, and makes decisions regarding departmental operational matters in accordance with delegated authority and ensures those decisions are following applicable laws, rules, regulations, and established controls.

Continually evaluates means and methods of departmental operations to ensure maximum efficiency.

Communications

Makes effort to keep informed of company information and communications by reviewing property bulletin boards, digital signage, and company newsletter.

On an individual basis or in a group format, explains why, shares information, and communicates the purpose of decisions to applicable staff.

Ensures company information provided by property management is effectively communicated to assigned staff and ensures staff concerns, requests for information, and ideas for improvements are effectively relayed to management.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform these jobs successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Individuals must be at least 18 years of age.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma (or equivalent). Minimum of 1 year experience in audit, regulatory compliance, or equivalent position that includes responsibility for implementing and testing of internal controls.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of general accounting, auditing, and internal controls standards/principals and investigative techniques

Has Thorough knowledge of and comprehension of all relevant policy, law, and regulations.

Ability to review operational areas, identify key internal controls, and draft sound, effective and operationally efficient internal control procedures that comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Must be punctual and dependable in reporting to work as scheduled and completing assigned tasks.

Read, write, and speak the English language. Read professional publications, memos, emails, logs, newsletters, and documents.

Competence using Microsoft Office application as well as the ability to quickly build skills using job-specific software is essential. Must be proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and use of the Internet.

Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among unrelated events).

Selective Attention -- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted.

Solid management and organizational skills

Protect the Company’s value by keeping information confidential and adhere to a strict confidentiality in all matters.

Initiative-taking with the ability to perform assigned tasks and functions successfully under supervision and or on your own. Follow written and verbal instructions.

Establish and maintain positive relationships with other Team Members. Work well alone or within a team.

Present facts and recommendations in oral and written form. Prepare written reports and correspondence to management as required.

Exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job duties and responsibilities.

Must be willing and able to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities while maintaining diligence.

Ability to work well in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment without direct supervision.

Demonstrate ability to think “outside the box” by making recommendations for improvements to processes and tools.

Possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions based on that information.

EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION, WORK CARDS

 Must be able to provide the following cards or work authorization documents: All documents required to show the incumbent is eligible to work in the United States. Required to pass a drug test and obtain and maintain a gaming license to work in a casino from the Otoe Missouria Gaming Commission. It is the responsibility of the Team Member to always have all appropriate document(s) current and valid.

Otoe Missouria Gaming License

Valid Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of these jobs. While performing the duties of the job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk or listen. The Team Member is also regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The Team Member is also regularly required to reach with hands and arms, and to sit, climb or balance and stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl. The Team Member may be exposed to heat and cold and all-weather conditions depending on department area. The Team Member must be able to lift at least 30 lbs. and push, pull or drag up to 60 lbs. Team Member must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Team Member is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particulates, including second-hand environmental smoke. The Team Member is regularly exposed to extreme heat and cold and all-weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is mostly moderate and occasionally loud. The Team Member may rarely be exposed to the risks associated in attempting to resolve issues with irate or difficult people. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This Company promotes a drug-free work environment.

PUBLIC RELATIONS

 Important attributes of any team member of OMDA - 7 CLANS CASINOS, along with the official performance of duties, are personal appearances and public relations. Each Team Member is expected to make every effort to be well informed about the institution, pleasant, courteous, and cooperative, and to act in a manner to command respect of co-workers and all other personnel. An optimistic attitude, patience, and tolerance will help each Team Member in all situations at the institution.

DISCLAMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to entry level positions. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.