Lottery Ticket Sales Specialist (Perm Intermittent)

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All.

In fiscal year 2021-22, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $8.8 billion with over $2 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball, Mega Millions, and SuperLotto Plus and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot.

Under the general supervision of the Lottery Ticket Sales Supervisor, the Lottery Ticket Sales Specialist (PI) is responsible for developing Scratchers® ticket orders to meet the prescribed sales projections for an assigned group of retailers daily.

Working Conditions: Majority of work conducted in modern, climate-controlled office setting.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People are drawn to the Lottery because we:

• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation

Desirable Qualifications:

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• At least one year of inventory management experience.
• Knowledge of customer service principles, including the ability to handle challenging customers and retailers while providing service in a professional manner.
• Knowledge of basic research and data gathering techniques, record-keeping techniques, and mathematics.
• A detail-oriented, comprehensive approach to work assignments, with few (if any) errors or omissions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
• At least two years of wholesale sales experience.
• Bilingual skills are highly desirable, but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,308.00 - $4,145.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health savings account
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Parental leave
• Employee discount
• Dental insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person