Property General Manager - Casino jobs in Duluth, MN

Title:                        General Manager

Department:            Casino Administration 

Reports To:              Bois Forte Development Corporation          

FLSA Status:            Salaried Exempt

Pay Grade:               Grade – Executive 3

Salary Range:           $123,975.07 - $206,625.11

Gaming Class:          Compact/Gaming License (The ability to pass a background check to attain a Gaming License once hired.)  

Gaming Restrictions: All Gaming

Application Deadline: January 12, 2024

Position Summary:

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the planning, directing, controlling, and coordination of all business activities of Fortune Bay Resort Casino in accordance with the mission, values, policies, and objectives established by the Bois Forte Development Corporation.  The GM ensures effective administration is provided for all departments and ensures gaming, legal, and policy compliance in all aspects of operations. The GM provides effective leadership with the primary objective of attaining maximum profit on operations through effective marketing and fiscal management strategies. 

Qualifications – Education and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The General Manager must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field, a minimum of ten (10) years of executive-level management experience, and a minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in the gaming industry, or a combination of education and experience. This position requires licensure under the Bois Forte Band’s Gaming Ordinance by successfully clearing a criminal background check, drug & alcohol test, and the ability to be bonded. In addition, the position requires the following knowledge, experience, and competencies:
• Fiduciary Experience—The General Manager must have a minimum of five (5) years of financial experience in budget management, and cash management including cash flow projections, receivables, payables, credit management, and experience in dealing with vendors, and contracts. The incumbent must have the ability to read and analyze financial statements, loan documents, audit reports, etc., and have a strong understanding of finance, economics, generally accepted accounting principles, financial markets, banking, investing, analysis and reporting of financial data. Proven experience and abilities in financial forecasting are required.
• Administration and Management Experience—General Manager must possess the knowledge and practical experience in business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership principles and techniques, and directing and coordinating operational activities.
• Strong Mathematical and Analytical Skills—The General Manager must have strong knowledge and experience in statistics, financial analysis and interpretation, ability to break down information and data into separate parts to identify underlying principles, causes, reasons, or facts.
• Written and Oral Communication Skills—The incumbent must know how to interpret the meaning of information to others by translating or explaining what the information means or how it can be used. The GM must have the ability to communicate information effectively and appropriately to others in a non-threatening and professional manner. S/he must understand written documents and information and be able to present reports in a manner appropriate for the needs of the audience. The incumbent must possess effective public speaking and presentation skills and an ability to clearly write clear, concise reports, correspondence, press releases, internal directives, etc.
• Complex Problem Solving—The GM must be able to identify complex problems and research related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking - The GM must possess an ability to combine pieces of information to form conclusions, establish relationships, or identify patterns or trends that may impact business activities or financial performance.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies—The incumbent must be able to establish long-range goals and objectives and specify strategies, actions, and timelines to achieve them for multiple businesses.
• Responsibility for Outcomes—The GM must be responsible for all outcomes of subordinate personnel and resulting work generated from all assigned departments.

Work Environment:

The work environment is fast-paced and requires overall good mental and physical health. 

Physical Demands:

Job-specific abilities and requirements include: 

Ability to stand, and/or sit, and/or walk for extended periods.
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to drive with a valid driver’s license.
Ability to perform repetitive motion with use of a computer.

Native American Preference will apply when candidates are equally qualified.