Surveillance Operator

Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians
Any Location, CA
Category Operations
Job Description
The Surveillance Operator is responsible for maintaining continuous observation of all gaming activities and casino operations using closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems and advanced Video Management Systems (VMS).

Requirements

  • Maintain situational awareness of gaming operations to identify potential cheating, fraud, theft, regulatory violations, or other suspicious activities.
  • Observe gaming activities to ensure compliance with casino internal controls and regulatory standards.
  • Immediately notify supervisors of suspicious or unusual activities that may impact gaming integrity or casino security.
  • Review live and archived video footage to investigate incidents, patron disputes, employee misconduct, or potential regulatory violations.
  • Document incidents in surveillance logs and prepare written reports detailing observations, findings, and actions taken.
  • Assist Surveillance Supervisors, Tribal Gaming Commission staff, and authorized investigators with video review and evidence documentation.
  • Preserve video evidence in accordance with regulatory requirements and surveillance department procedures.
  • Operate Video Management Systems (VMS), CCTV monitoring platforms, and digital recording systems.
  • Retrieve, export, archive, and secure surveillance footage in accordance with approved evidence-handling procedures.
  • Perform video editing functions, including clipping, merging, and formatting video files for investigative or regulatory purposes.
  • Ensure surveillance recordings are properly archived in accordance with applicable regulatory retention requirements.
  • Maintain familiarity with regulatory requirements applicable to gaming surveillance operations.
  • Assist regulatory personnel by providing video evidence or surveillance documentation when requested.
  • Maintain professional communication with surveillance supervisors and other authorized personnel regarding ongoing incidents.
  • Coordinate with casino departments, including Security, Compliance, Table Games, Slots, Cage, and Management, when incidents require operational response.
  • Document all surveillance activity through logs, reports, and electronic tracking systems.
  • Maintain knowledge of all table games, slot operations, and casino procedures.
  • Participate in required training related to gaming protection, fraud detection, and surveillance operations.
  • Travel for professional training, regulatory meetings, or surveillance conferences as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by surveillance management.
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