Table Games Blackjack Dealer School

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Oaklawn Team. We have an extraordinary legacy. We are a family with strong core values, providing a new level of excitement for our guests and Team Members as we aspire to be Arkansas' Employer of Choice.

Table Games Blackjack Dealer School

Explore an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Blackjack dealing through our Table Games Blackjack Dealer School. No previous dealing experience is required. We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, enjoy working with people, and are interested in building a career in the casino industry.

Our Blackjack Dealer School is an ongoing training opportunity designed to introduce candidates to the skills and knowledge needed to become a Blackjack Dealer. Rather than offering classes on a single fixed schedule, we accept applications on a rolling basis and work with candidates to determine the next steps based on available class options.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at any time. Once your application is received, a member of our recruiting team will reach out to discuss available interview times, upcoming class options, and the next steps in the process.

To be considered for Dealer School:

• Candidates must pass an HR Interview, Math Test and Department Interview
• Candidates understand they attend this Dealer School on their own time and are not a Team Member of Oaklawn.
• Dealer School is free to attend if selected after completing all the necessary interviews and test.  Candidates do not receive pay during the training because they are not Team Members of Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort.
• Dealer School is 6 weeks long​ (two classes – AM and PM)
  • Class is on Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday
  • Class is from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm OR 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Successful completion of Dealer School requires:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED required
• Adhere to Dealer School Attendance Policy
  • No more than 3 absences over the duration of the class
  • Missed class = 1 absence
  • Tardy = .5 absence
  • Days off from class must be pre-approved by instructor
  • Candidates dismissed from class due to exceeding 2 points may attend a future class, but must re-apply and re-interview
• Candidates must have a positive and upbeat attitude during dealer school; this will be monitored by the instructor during class time
• Excellent skills in both written and oral communication
• Must be fast and accurate in handling cash
• Must be able to quickly and accurately perform mathematical computations when determining winners and losers and collecting and paying out bets
• Must possess good manual dexterity for quick and accurate handling of chips, cards and money
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondhand smoke, varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds and air quality
• Must be able to stand for majority of shift
• Dress is business casual (no jeans with holes, pajamas, shorts, leggings, flip flops, hats, facial piercings, gauges, etc.)

Candidates Who Successfully Pass Final Audition:

• Will be offered a Part Time position on Swing or Grave shift (nights).
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.

OAKLAWN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is Oaklawn's intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.