Paddock Judge/identifier

PENN Entertainment • Hobbs, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WE’RE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities. Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment. Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers. WE LOVE OUR WORK.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Read, write legibly, understand and speak English
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, Word)
• 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.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak and understand Spanish is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Must be knowledgeable on rules and regulations of New Mexico Racing Commission
• Verifies horses are in proper paddock stalls according to race number and post position
• Verifies horses are wearing proper equipment for racing
• Ensures responsible trainer is in paddock to saddle the horse and prepare it for the race
• Ensures proper flow of horses entering and exiting paddock for safety of participants
• Makes announcements of pertinent information regarding races
• Constant communication with Stewards on scratches, changes and up to date information on participants in races
• Ensures horses are lined up and ready to properly to enter track for post parade according to scheduled post times
• Coordinates with other officials working in Paddock
• Must be available to work for any training, schooling or racing hours
• Prior to races checks the official Jockey Club lip tattoo in order to determine correct horse.
• Responsible for checking other markings, symbols and other items in order to establish correct horse is being identified.
• Responsible for foal papers, coggins test results
• Must be available to work for any training, schooling or racing hours.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and team members may also be asked to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being
• day-one medical coverage
• 401(k) matching
• annual performance bonus
• Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED