Alternate Steward/ Judge (Seasonal)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Plainville, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to hire an Alternate Steward/Judge. Under the direction of the Director of Racing this position is responsible for ensuring the safety and integrity of the race meet. This position will be an on-call position based at licensed racetrack facilities in the Commonwealth (Plainridge Park Race Track). The anticipated dates of service are on an as-needed basis beginning in April through November.

Requirements

• Makes independent judgments based on articulable reasons
• Maintains composure in stressful situations
• Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive material
• Demonstrates a flexible leadership style by being fair-minded, forward-thinking, competent, and inspiring, and in so doing, meets the needs of a broad range of individuals and situations
• Communicates in a clear and consistent manner across all agency lines and with people outside the agency
• Contributes actively to a work environment that embraces diversity and brings together the strengths and perspectives of diverse groups
• Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, integrity, cooperation, and mutual regard
• Builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction
• Earns the trust, respect, and confidence of co-workers and customers, through honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism
• Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and for meeting expectations
• Seeks opportunities to resolve problems, achieve goals, or otherwise advance the Commission’s mission
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
• The successful candidate must pass an extensive background check conducted by the Massachusetts State Police. It includes a full credit check, CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), fingerprinting, drug test, reference checks, review of IRS Income Tax Transcripts for the last four years, and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Massachusetts Dept. of Revenue (DOR).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in the MGC racing division is preferred
• Experience with relevant office software applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite
• Previous similar experience in a local, state, or federal government agency setting

Responsibilities

• Supervise the conduct of all racing officials
• Review all applications for occupational licenses and make approval/denial decisions
• Oversee the opening of entries and the drawing of positions; review eligibility of all entries; review programs for errors and changes; promptly report errors and changes
• Observe each race and replay; participate in the review of inquiries or objections; make results official; designate horses for testing
• Participate in hearings regarding alleged rule infractions; recommend appropriate sanctions
• Respond quickly and appropriately to questions and complaints

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees