Mutuel Clerk

Licensing Agency

Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration
Arkansas State Racing Commission
P.O. Box 3076, 1515 West 7th, Suite 505
Little Rock , AR 72203
(501) 682-1467

http://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/racing-commission

description

Mutuel Clerks sell, check and cash mutuel tickets at a racetrack. They read the entry numbers of specific entries in designated races. They then depress the corresponding numbered key of the ticket dispensing machine that automatically ejects tickets requested by patrons. They accept money and make change. They pay winnings to patrons. They may summon security personnel to apprehend persons attempting to cash fraudulent tickets and direct patrons to the information clerk-cashier or supervisory personnel to resolve questions of ticket validity. In addition, they requisition additional cash as required. They are responsible for making up any cash outages. Requirements: 1) Must be qualified as to ability and integrity of license sought and have the endorsement of employer. 2) Must be at least 18 years of age. 3) Must not have been convicted of a crime, excluding minor traffic offenses. 4) Must not be habitually intoxicated or addicted to drugs. 5) Must not be engaged in any activity or practice which is illegal, undesirable, or detrimental to the best interest of the public and the sport of racing. No examination required. Qualifications are determined from application and employer endorsements. Commission may require applicant and endorsers to appear in person and show proof of qualifications. License fee: $15.00, Renewal fee: $15.00 per 3 year