Assistant Racing Secretary
About The Position
Assists the Racing Secretary in planning and arranging racing schedules and assigning handicapped weights to horses at racetrack by performing the following duties. Responsible for assisting in managing live racing meets which includes: compiling and publishing condition books, assigning weights or making allowances for handicap races, processing all entries and nominations, and etc. Maintaining a complete record of all races. Responsible for analyzing official workouts and past performance records to arrange races between horses of equal experience and ability. Assist in proofing official program for each live racing day. Serves as a liaison between horsemen's representing group and LSP. Collaborating with the Racing Director on the hiring of Racing Office personnel to ensure a smooth and well-coordinated operation. Works collaboratively with internal team leaders to promote the LSP racing program and be able to articulate to employees as to LSP's customer service philosophy. Responsible for adhering to all procedures and/or controls in designated area of responsibility. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 8 years related experience and/or training; or combination
- Knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing
- Able to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
- Excellent customer service/communication skills
- Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy
- Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
- Ability to read and communicate verbally in English
- Written communication skills in English may also be required
- Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency, if applicable to perform the essential job functions
- Texas Racing Commission License (TXRC)
Nice To Haves
- Fostering a fun environment
- Being gracious to all guests and co-workers
- Promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events
- Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs
- Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards
- Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff
Responsibilities
- Assisting in managing live racing meets
- Compiling and publishing condition books
- Assigning weights or making allowances for handicap races
- Processing all entries and nominations
- Maintaining a complete record of all races
- Analyzing official workouts and past performance records to arrange races between horses of equal experience and ability
- Proofing official program for each live racing day
- Serving as a liaison between horsemen's representing group and LSP
- Collaborating with the Racing Director on the hiring of Racing Office personnel
- Working collaboratively with internal team leaders to promote the LSP racing program
- Articulating LSP's customer service philosophy to employees
- Adhering to all procedures and/or controls in designated area of responsibility
- Performing all other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Manager
