BINGO ASSISTANT

BINGO ASSISTANT

Location:         Wagmatcook First Nation

Department:   Culture & Heritage Center (the “Center”)

Reports to:      Bingo Supervisor

Position Type: Part-time, ongoing

 

Job Overview:

The Bingo Assistant supports the Bingo Supervisor in providing a safe, fair, and culturally respectful operation of bingo events within the First Nation community.  This role assists with game operations, customer service, regulatory compliance, financial handling, equipment use, and community‑centered engagement. All work must comply with the Gaming Control Act (Nova Scotia) and Bingo Regulations, including rules of play, licensing conditions, reporting requirements, and approved equipment standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the setup and takedown of bingo operating equipment (number boards, bingo balls, electronic verifiers).
  • Support distribution, sale, and reconciliation of bingo paper/cards.
  • Help maintain timely game flow and adherence to rules of play.
  • Follow regulations for proper handling and storage of gaming materials.
  • Follow regulations for advertising and conduct rules for charitable gaming.
  • Provide respectful, culturally appropriate service to patrons and Elders.
  • Help answer questions or refer disputes to the Bingo Supervisor.
  • Support community‑based fundraising or benefit initiatives.
  • Assist with cash handling under Supervisor oversight.
  • Support preparation and organization of financial logs and event reports.
  • Attends workshops, training and continuing education opportunities to maintain current knowledge of customer service, changes in gaming legislation and best business practices.
  • Keeps current on new trends and developments in customer service, changes in gaming legislation and best business practices by accessing and reviewing relevant literature, participating in training, seminars, workshops, conferences and other professional resources.

 

Qualifications and Experience:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic understanding of gaming regulations and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to assist with event setup, equipment checks, and inventory.
  • Attention to detail in verifying numbers and following procedures.
  • Accuracy in cash handling and reconciliation steps.
  • Strong communication, customer service, and cultural sensitivity skills.

Education and Experience

  • Secondary school completion is considered an asset.
  • Experience in customer service, hospitality, or community programming preferred.
  • Experience working in a First Nation settings is an asset.

Conditions of Employment

  • Criminal Background Check
  • First Aid & CPR (AED), or willing to obtain
  • Required to work evenings, weekends and community schedules.
  • Compliance with the Gaming Control Act and Bingo Regulations.
  • Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and cultural respect.

Organizational Values 

Culture: We have a strong and vibrant history. It is important to recognize and enhance our culture.

Education: Education is accessible and available to community members both formally and informally.

Health: A healthy community is made up of healthy people.

Environment: We protect mother earth to provide for future generations.

Transparency & Accountability: Open discussions and involvement in decision making is crucial to a prosperous community.

Self-reliance: We encourage self-reliance for all community members and the community itself.

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates that possess some, but not all the above-listed knowledge, skills and abilities are encouraged to apply.

 

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their cover letter and resume or completing an application to jobs@wagmatcook.com. Please reference “Bingo Assistant” in the subject line. Candidates can also apply in person at the Culture & Heritage Centre Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm.

This role will remain open until filled.

Wagmatcook First Nation appreciates all applications received, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Under the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy, the Wagmatcook First Nation will give preference to the indigenous applicant when two or more candidates are deemed to be equal in terms of “best qualified”.

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