Gaming Systems Operator at South Carolina Education Lottery – Columbia, South Carolina
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About This Position
OVERVIEW
The Gaming Systems Operator is responsible for monitoring and controlling the Internal Control System (ICS), as well as interfacing with the back-office systems (BOS) of the South Carolina Education Lottery (SCEL). Duties include balancing reports, reporting and documenting incidents, and performing backups and data entry. This position is at-will, and not covered by the South Carolina Employee Grievance Procedures Act.
DUTIES
- Balances Internal Control System ICS and BOS draw financial reports.
- Performs draw break operations.
- Monitors ICS and BOS systems performance during data entry, reports noted anomalies.
- Updates website, phone line and e-mail with draw results.
- Maintains contact with SCEL Draw Manager and vendor.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
An Associate’s Degree in Computer Science/IT OR a High School Diploma, with at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES
The Gaming Systems Operator must have the ability to: (1) deal courteously and effectively with others; (2) understand and comprehend SCEL policies, rules, regulations and procedures; (3) pay close attention to detail; (4) exercise good judgment and discretion; (5) establish and maintain effective working relationships; (6) communicate effectively orally, and in writing, and (7) be proficient with Microsoft Office software suite and apply standard system concepts.
A successful candidate will be punctual and reliable in regards to scheduled shifts.
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SCHEDULE: 39.50 hours per week
Must be able to work both schedules, as outlined below. The current work schedule is in effect through 9/12/2026. The work schedule will change due to a new multi-state game offering, beginning on 9/13/2026, and is expected to remain unchanged thereafter.
CURRENT SCHEDULE THROUGH 9/12/2026
(WEEKLY – 39.50 HOURS/WEEK)
Sunday: OFF
Monday: 5:30PM - 1:30AM (30 min break)
Tuesday: 5:30PM - 1:30AM (30 min break)
Wednesday: 5:30PM - 1:30AM (30 min break)
Thursday: OFF
Friday: 5:30PM - 1:30AM (30 min break)
Saturday: 11:30AM – 1:30PM (no break) AND 5:30PM – 1:30AM (30 min break)
SCHEDULE BEGINNING 9/13/2026
(2-WEEK ALTERNATING: 37.50 HOURS/WEEK)
Week 1
Sunday: 5:30PM–11:30PM (30 min break)
Monday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Tuesday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Wednesday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Thursday: OFF
Friday: OFF
Saturday: 11:30AM–1:30PM (no break) AND 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Week 2
Sunday: OFF
Monday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Tuesday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Wednesday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Thursday: OFF
Friday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)
Saturday: 5:30PM–1:30AM (30 min break)