How to Become a Casino Inspector on Cruise Ships

Casino inspectors on cruise ships work under the watchful eye of the senior gaming inspector. Casino inspectors will inspect casino cards and dice, observe casino operations to make sure all regulations and being met and he will observe inspection of gaming equipment. Casino inspectors or “gaming inspectors,” are responsible for placing gaming seals on approved slot machines, checking licenses, testing devices, and receiving and processing grievances and disputes. These are just a few of the dozens of activities casino inspectors are responsible for.

To become a casino inspector on cruise ships, applicants must have most of the same qualifications as they would for land-based casino jobs. Most cruise ships prefer an associate degree or higher in a technical field, research, legal/law, finance, hotel management or accommodations, or other related field. Applicants must also have excellent reporting skills, excellent computer skills, and investigative and analytical skills. All applicants must also be 21 years of age, they must have a clean criminal background, meaning, no felony convictions, and they must pass a drug test. Identification is required as well and the only acceptable forms are a passport or driver’s license.

If you think you have what it takes to become a casino inspector on a cruise ship, you may begin your job search by choosing several large cruise lines. Mega cruise ships are more likely to house one or more casinos. You can find official listings for cruise lines and websites by visiting the Ships and Cruises Directory at www.shipsandcruises.com. You can also visit www.gamingfloor.com to find out exactly which ships have casinos at sea. Once you have located several cruise lines or cruise ships, visit the official website and search around for job postings. Most cruiseline websites have a career center or job postings page. If the cruise line lists job openings, be sure to follow the application procedures to the letter. Applicants that do not follow directions are typically passed over in favor of those that do.

If the cruise line does not list job openings on its site, send a polished cover letter and resume to the cruise lines Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department is typically located at the cruise lines headquarters. This information is usually listed on the cruise line website. It is important to include the position you are interested in so that it can be directed to the appropriate department manager.

For more information about jobs on cruise ships visit Cruise Ship Jobs online. Here, you can download the 2010 cruise ship employment guide; you can read through cruise line profiles; you can find out which ships are hiring and for what positions — and you can even apply for a cruise ship job right online. Please note that this website charges a fee. You can apply for a job on your own, free of charge, sign up with a placement agency, or use Cruise Ship Jobs’ service.

Cruise Ship Job Perks

Cruise ship employees will enjoy more than free travel to exciting destinations. Cruise ship employees receive free accommodations and meals, health insurance, and free air travel to and from the ship. In addition to perks and health benefits, casino inspectors earn a competitive salary ranging from $37,760-$40,000+ per year.