Paddock Judge

Lone Star Park•Grand Prairie, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

General Definition: Supervises all race track activities during training hours. Essential Job Functions: Answers phones Takes entries by phone Checks for Blinker changes on entries Grants or denies permission to change equipment Coordinates with Starter on first time starters – gate approvals Coordinates with Clocker on first time starters – workout rule – approval to start Check program proof for any equipment changes Assists with the Draw Checks entries for change of equipment (Blinkers etc.) prior to draw. Back check weights and eligibility’s / coordinate with Racing Secretary. Supervises all activities in Paddock Checks equipment and maintains book on every horse racing Keeps schedule for post times in paddock Schedules training for paddock Checks saddle towel number, arm number & head numbers before horses leave paddock Supervises saddling of horses & valets in paddock Calls Jockey’s to Paddock at appropriate time Notifies Stewards of any problems or delays in the paddock Notifies trainers of horses that need paddock training All other duties as assigned by management. QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 8 years related experience and/or training; or combination. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing. Responsible for fostering a fun environment. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Responsible for 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 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. Training: 8 year work related experience and/or training; or combination. Licenses/Certifications/Other: 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) Physical Requirements: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Strength: Sedentary to medium workload Stand, sit and walk consistently Will be required to lift up to or over 20lbs or exert occasionally over 50lbs Movement: Will consistently be required to touch, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, reach Will use office equipment Driving motor vehicles as needed Auditory: Frequently speak and articulate Noise levels will be varied from moderate to heavy machinery Environmental: Exposure to weather and extreme elements are minimal Minimal exposure in close proximity to horses

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 8 years related experience and/or training; or combination
Must be knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing
Responsible for fostering a fun environment
Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers
Responsible for 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
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)
Stand, sit and walk consistently
Will be required to lift up to or over 20lbs or exert occasionally over 50lbs
Will consistently be required to touch, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, reach
Will use office equipment
Driving motor vehicles as needed
Frequently speak and articulate

Responsibilities

Supervises all race track activities during training hours
Answers phones
Takes entries by phone
Checks for Blinker changes on entries
Grants or denies permission to change equipment
Coordinates with Starter on first time starters – gate approvals
Coordinates with Clocker on first time starters – workout rule – approval to start
Check program proof for any equipment changes
Assists with the Draw
Checks entries for change of equipment (Blinkers etc.) prior to draw
Back check weights and eligibility’s / coordinate with Racing Secretary
Supervises all activities in Paddock
Checks equipment and maintains book on every horse racing
Keeps schedule for post times in paddock
Schedules training for paddock
Checks saddle towel number, arm number & head numbers before horses leave paddock
Supervises saddling of horses & valets in paddock
Calls Jockey’s to Paddock at appropriate time
Notifies Stewards of any problems or delays in the paddock
Notifies trainers of horses that need paddock training
All other duties as assigned by management