Lottery Sales Representative (District Lottery Representative)

Full Job Description

The Pennsylvania Lottery is seeking an experienced, energetic sales professional to serve a specific sales territory within the Montgomery County area.

As a Lottery Sales Representative, you will provide product, guidance, and support to existing retailers while actively working with them to increase their sales. You will also use your sales skills to recruit new retailers, educate them on the benefits of joining our retailer network, and provide strategies that will help them succeed. Best of all, you'll be working for one of the most-respected brands in Pennsylvania and on behalf of a very important mission: to generate funding to benefit older Pennsylvanians. There is great satisfaction that comes from knowing that your work makes a significant and lasting difference in the lives of others.

If you have sales experience, are motivated to exceed sales/recruitment goals and dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service, the Pennsylvania Lottery wants to talk to you!

Requirements

As a Lottery Sales Representative, your role will involve utilizing a web-based portal, requiring proficiency in both PC and iPad platforms.

You will be tasked with analyzing and interpreting sales data to effectively communicate the benefits of Lottery products to business owners and customers alike.

This includes providing detailed information about the various procedures and offerings associated with the Lottery.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage directly with players at retailer events, fostering relationships and networking with fellow sales representatives to enhance collaboration and share insights.

Your ability to convey the value of Lottery products and maintain strong communication will be essential in driving sales and building a positive rapport within the community.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • There will be at least once per month where the work hours will change to 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM for one week to maintain operational efficiency and maximize service to the Lottery and the public.
• Telework: This position is home headquartered; however, you would be expected to report to the assigned area office on a weekly basis. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience in progressively responsible sales or marketing work; or
• Any equivalent experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• You must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Additional Requirements:

• This position will travel to cover Montgomery County. The candidate must reside in Montgomery County: 19401, 19403, 19422, 19426, 19446, 19474, 19491, 19490, 19454, 19456. Relocation is not an option.
• You must have four or more years of sales experience.
• You must have four or more years of customer service experience in a sales environment.
• You must be able to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
• You must be available to work the required work schedule of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. There will be at least once per month where the work hours will change to 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM for one week.
• You must abide by the prohibition guidelines and refrain from gambling in Pennsylvania casinos, or any casino outside of Pennsylvania with the same owners.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.