Mutuel Department Lead

New York Racing Association•New York, NY

13d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Mutuel Department Lead oversees staff responsible for entering customers wagers into the NYRA tote system. The Lead supports the Mutuel Manager in maintaining compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements, assists customers with wagering issues, and ensures efficient, accurate daily operations in all mutuel areas.

Requirements

High school diploma; or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
Supervisory experience.
Supervisory principles and staff management.
Conflict resolution and effective communication.
Customer service techniques and professionalism.
Business math and basic administrative reporting.
NYRA wagering policies and Mutuel Department rules.
Knowledge of tote system operations.
Understanding of NYRA’s AML procedures and regulatory obligations.
Familiarity with NYRA’s organizational structure.
Ability to learn and operate the NYRA tote system and wagering equipment.
Understanding of mutuel rules, wagering procedures, and cash-handling standards.
Ability to identify suspicious wagering behavior and follow required AML procedures.
Ability to complete financial reporting forms including W2G, CTR, SAR, Form 8300, and FTR documents.
Basic computer and data entry proficiency.
Ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff in a fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising a team of approximately 10–20 employees.
Ability to address performance issues and support ongoing staff development.
Strong conflict resolution and leadership skills.
Ability to resolve patron issues professionally and efficiently.
Strong decision-making skills when handling ticket disputes, lost vouchers, or machine malfunctions.
Ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all financial transactions.
Commitment to protecting patron confidentiality and sensitive financial information.
Adherence to NYRA policies, mutuel rules, and AML regulations.
Ability to recognize and escalate activity that may pose operational or regulatory risks.

Nice To Haves

Racetrack experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise Mutuel Clerks to ensure adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
Provide daily coaching and operational support.
Assist with training new clerks, especially during high-volume events.
Participate in regular AML training and remain current on NYRA’s obligations under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
Identify and report suspicious activity, including unusual wagering patterns, structuring, counterfeit currency, or fraudulent tickets.
Immediately escalate concerns to mutuel management.
Assist clerks in completing financial reporting documents (CTRs, SARs, Form 8300, and FTRs) and ensure accurate submission to the Mutuel Office.
Assist guests with issues such as lost winning tickets, misplaced vouchers, or self-service terminal difficulties.
Help review and approve torn, faded, or damaged tickets and vouchers submitted for payment.
Provide prompt, courteous, and effective guest service at all times.
Maintain control over the distribution of cash to betting stations.
Assist in transferring funds from bill-accepting terminals to the Money Room.
Review and process prior-day W2G forms for accuracy.
Monitor and report unusually large or suspicious cash transactions within mutuel windows and Mini-Dealer stations.
Conduct random cash audits of terminal operators to ensure compliance with cash-handling policies.
Other duties as assigned.