Executive Director

Summary of Position: The purpose of the Gaming Commission (CNGC) is regulatory, not managerial, and therefore, the Commission shall not interfere with the management of the Nation’s Gaming operations except for citing violations of applicable Gaming laws and regulations to ensure compliance therewith. The Commission and Comanche Nation Entertainment (CNE) will work together to resolve regulatory issues. The Commission’s duties and responsibilities are limited and specific to ensure the fair and impartial consideration of all matters related to licensing and enforcement of compliance with Gaming laws and regulations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Gaming Commission Executive Director include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Commission,
• Reporting on a regular basis to the Gaming Commission,
• Managing the Gaming Commission budget,
• Coordinating regulatory activity scheduling,
• Supervising and scheduling all employees of the Gaming Commission,
• Serving as the official liaison between the Gaming Commission and the Board of Directors, which manages the operational activities of all gaming establishments,
• Monitoring gaming activities and compliance with internal controls,
• Ensuring that all applicable Tribal, Federal, and State gaming laws and regulations are enforced and conducting appropriate investigations under the supervision of the Gaming Commission.
• All other powers delegated by the Gaming Commission.

Reports To: Gaming Commission

Supervises: CNGC Employees

Qualifications and Requirements:

Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and good moral character.

Be an Enrolled member of the Comanche Nation.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related area and five (5) or more years’ work experience in the management, compliance, or regulation of a business in a highly-regulated industry and at least one of the following;

• Demonstrated knowledge of licensing requirements for Gaming Facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of compliance requirements for Gaming Facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of audit requirements for Gaming Facilities.

Or, Possess a high school diploma and five (5) years’ Executive/Senior management experience in the gaming industry and at least one of the following:

• Demonstrated knowledge of licensing requirements for Gaming Facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of compliance requirements for Gaming Facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of audit requirements for Gaming Facilities.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to build a working relationship with CNGC management, casino management, employers and other regulatory agencies. Ability to organize and keep accurate records, maintain an accessible filing system, write routine correspondence and speak effectively to the public, employees and customers. Must be able to effectively deal with frequent interruptions and simultaneously work on multiple tasks.

Working Environment and Conditions: Performs duties in a well-lit, ventilated and temperature-controlled office environment.

Licensing Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain a CNGC Key License.

Confidentiality: All CNGC employees must abide by confidentiality policies. The release or divulging of any information obtained during the course of the job will be considered a breach of confidentiality and will be cause for immediate termination.

Comanche Hiring Law: CNGC abides by the Accountability Act of 2017 resolution 0107-08. Comanche Tribal Employment Preference Law resolution 92-12 which states Tribal preference in employment shall be given according to the following preference hierarchy:

1. Comanche Tribal Members
2. Members of Federally Recognized Indian Tribes
3. Comanche Tribal Descendants
4. Comanche Tribal Spouses

Disclaimer and Conditions of Employment: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Conditions of employment with the CNGC include passing a pre-employment drug test, a background investigation to secure a gaming license and successfully completing a three-month introductory period.

Candidates for this position will be required to have dependable transportation available to them. CNGC is an at-will employer.