Paddock Judge

New York Racing Association•Elmont, NY

7d•$66,300 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

Assist NYRA in delivering seamless and smooth daily racing operations by acting as Paddock Judge and assisting with other racing operations as needed.

Requirements

10 years of hands-on horse experience preferably on the racetrack
2 years of experience working as a racing official
High school education required

Nice To Haves

College Degree in an Equine Related Field preferred
High degree of horsemanship
Superior communication skills
The ability to identify fractious horses and know how to alleviate the situation
The ability to saddle a horse prior to races
Ability to utilize RTO for records keeping, program creation and entering coggins
Ability to send digital certificates with the Jockey Club Registry as needed
Be detailed oriented
Ability to make split second decisions
General understanding of the jockey scale system and jocks room processes

Responsibilities

Daily paddock operations and ensure races are ran on time within the set forth post times
Ensure horses are running in legal equipment and the correct equipment as published in the daily program
Communicate race day changes to stewards
Oversee paddock schooling in the morning and afternoon
Communicate with stewards and other racing officials about any incidents or delays that may occur
Enforce NYRA house rules, HISA and NYSGC rules as they pertain to paddock operations
Work with security personnel to ensure paddock access plans are being followed and are up to date
Ensure a safe environment for licensees, horses and spectators in the paddock
Assist in the horse identification office as needed
Assist in the jocks room as needed
Fill in for other racing officials as needed
Keep accurate records for equipment worn by horses and records of horses who are fractious during saddling or post parade