The following is the job description for the role of Executive Director, Massachusetts Gaming Commission. To apply through MassCareers, please follow this link: https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=150001N4

Job Description

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to fill the position of Executive Director.

The Executive Director will be the executive, operational and administrative head of the MGC and shall be responsible for executing, administering and enforcing the provisions of the Expanded Gaming Act of 2011.

The MGC seeks an experienced senior executive to continue to build the organization’s structure, and prepare for the opening of the Commonwealth’s Class 1 licensed gaming establishments representing over $2 billion dollars in private investment and over seven thousand jobs in an emerging industry in Massachusetts.

The Executive Director is the leader of the MGC staff and is responsible for the day to day operations of the agency pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 23K. The Executive Director will oversee and be responsible for the regulatory authority for all casinos and slot related gaming activities as well as horse racing related activities.  This authority and responsibility shall include licensing, compliance, investigatory and enforcement oversight.   The Executive Director also plans, directs, executes, and coordinates all administrative activities and assists the Commission in developing the policies and procedures related to the regulation of gaming in Massachusetts. The Executive Director reports to the Commission and serves as the liaison between the Commission and staff.

The Executive Director is responsible for leading the MGC staff in a manner consistent with the Commission’s core values and mission statement and for fostering public confidence and trust in the MGC’s efforts to successfully implement and enforce the gaming law.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Shall balance the roles of leadership and management necessary to serve and support the Commissioners in their work while developing, supporting, and coordinating a staff which executes, administers, and enforces the provisions of the Expanded Gaming Act of 2011 and related regulations.
• Ensures that gaming facilities are constructed, maintained and operated in a manner compliant with M.G.L. Ch. 23K, MGC regulations and all licensing conditions.
• Maintains as a priority the Commission’s commitment to a comprehensive Gaming Research Agenda and to efforts that promote responsible gaming and mitigate problem gambling.   
• Manages and employs a diverse group of employees, consultants and advisors.
• Works with key staff to oversee the development and implementation of extensive legal and regulatory policy
• Attends and participates in all Commission meetings, works with staff to prepare for meeting presentations and policy discussions, implements any Commission approved actions or follow-up as directed. 
• Oversees administrative procedures and internal controls for the MGC which assure the highest level of integrity and efficiency.
• Establishes and maintains relationships for the MGC, with local, state and federal agencies, officials and other stakeholders.
• Responsible for appropriate training for the MGC staff ensuring all are competent and knowledgeable of regulations, laws and policies and procedures pertaining to their job responsibilities.
• Oversees the development and preparation of the MGC’s budget with MGC staff.
• Reviews operations to assess performance against budget and legal requirements.
• Participates in key industry association conferences and meetings to maintain knowledge of current gaming issues and best practices and establishes relationships with other gaming regulators and jurisdictions.
• Performs other such duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• At least ten years of relevant management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required (professional degree preferred).
• Excellent internal and external communication skills; both oral and written.

Knowledge and Preferred Abilities

• Management experience in gaming regulatory or a regulatory, enforcement and/or compliance environment preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in management of a large and diverse staff.
• Ability to solve complex problems and engage commissioners and key staff in the decision-making process.
• Possesses strong communication and writing skills for interactions with MGC commissioners and staff, elected officials (including host and surrounding community members), the press, private industry, public agencies including law enforcement, legal authorities, members of the public and other diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to recruit, mentor, promote and retain a diverse group of talented colleagues.
• Reputation for good character, honesty, and integrity.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks that are time sensitive in pressure situations.
• Ability to tactfully navigate challenging political environments and to keep all stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Experience with starting up, expanding, and/or transforming an organization.
• An understanding of performance management, lines of accountability, performance reviews, and the use of metrics to track and predict progress.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

This posting will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

The successful candidate will be required to pass an extensive background check that includes a full credit check, CORI, drug screen, and fingerprinting.

It is the policy of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

Official Title: Executive Director, MGC