Lottery Ticket Sales Representative 1

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. The Ohio Lottery Commission is an exciting organization offering career opportunities across many different business functions. For more than 50 years, the Ohio Lottery has been building an amazing organization committed to growth and giving back – and having fun while doing it. Our mission is: Supporting education by offering entertaining gaming experiences. Our vision is: Investing in Ohio’s students and communities through gaming innovation. We are looking for smart, passionate and creative people to join our team and help us achieve our mission. We embrace challenge, foster an inclusive culture, and value integrity, innovation and winning. This position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime) from the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position is Unclassified (exempt from the Classified Service). The Columbus Region is responsible for servicing retailer locations in the following counties: Marion, Morrow, Knox, Coshocton, Union, Delaware, Licking, Muskingum, Madison, Franklin, Fairfield, Fayette, Pickaway, Ross. The individual hired will cover a sales territory located within one or more of these counties. Three Lottery Ticket Sales Representative 1 positions are available with this requisition, candidates who apply will be considered for the three positions.

Requirements

• 6 courses or 18 months experience in marketing (e.g., sales management; sales promotion; advertising; consumer behavior & research; retail management)
• 12 months training or 12 months experience in public relations
• 2 courses or 6 months experience in bookkeeping
• Valid driver's license
• Demonstrate strength to push, pull or otherwise move up to 35 lbs.
• Must obtain Notary Public within 60 days after employment.
• All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant.
• If an interview is offered, supporting documentation/paperwork (e.g., college transcripts, DD Form 214 for veterans, copy of pertinent license or certifications, etc.) will be required at the time of the interview.
• New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Conviction of a felony, or a misdemeanor of the first, second or third degree, which involved gambling, fraud or misrepresentation, theft, or any crime of moral turpitude, prohibits an applicant from being selected for this position, as long as the record of the conviction has not already been sealed. ORC 3770.021
• Conviction of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft prohibits an applicant from being selected for this position, as long as the record of the conviction has not been reversed, expunged, or annulled. ORC 2961.02
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check as required by Section 3770.02(D) of the Ohio Revised Code.

Nice To Haves

• Sales
• Marketing
• Bookkeeping
• Customer Service
• Public Relations
• Customer Focus
• Establishing Relationships
• Negotiation
• Time Management
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with lottery retailers within an assigned district to help nurture sales growth at each retail location.
• Maintain an assigned sales route and visit/service retailers at required intervals.
• Monitor and adjust instant ticket price points/product mix to meet market demand.
• Discuss sales, new product promotions, displays of promotional material and removal of stale or outdated product(s) with retailers.
• Continuously update retailers on gaming regulations, lottery policies, procedures, and processes.
• Work with retailers to maintain clean and clutter-free selling areas within their locations.
• Prospect and recruit new locations to sell traditional lottery games and new on-premises locations for the Keno and Monitor Games line of products.
• Communicate with players about new games for sale and how to play new games.
• Play an active role as a team member to accomplish sales goals.
• Learn to perform basic troubleshooting on Ohio Lottery sales equipment and terminals.
• Learn and remain up to date on Ohio Lottery products and services.
• Assist retailers with Lottery bookkeeping issues.
• Assist retailers with statewide and in-store Lottery promotions.
• Build and maintain retailers’ Scratch Off displays.
• Inform retailers of bond and license renewals in a timely manner.
• Constantly update retailers on their status within the Retailer Incentive Program to help them achieve the incentive bonuses.
• Use Ohio Lottery software and mobile device to review and maintain retailer and sales information.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean, organized and properly filled with Point-of-Sale materials and retailer supplies.
• Perform other duties and work on special projects.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed