Churchill Downs Incorporated-posted 3 months ago
New Orleans, LA
5,001-10,000 employees

The Racing Official position is responsible for performing multiple functions in the Racing Operation. The candidate must have experience in multiple positions pertaining to the Racing department operation including, but not limited to, Entry Clerk, Stakes Coordinator, Claims Clerk, Placing Judge, and Participation in the Entry Draw Process.

  • Enter horses into races offered by the Racing Secretary for each live racing card by computer, in-person, via phone/text, etc.
  • Verify accuracy of Entry information
  • Determine eligibility and starting requirements
  • Solicit entries from Trainers and Authorized Agents when required
  • Enter entry information into database using RTO-Incompass system
  • Participate in the Entry Draw process
  • Enter and compile entry information into Incompass system
  • Generate, produce, and verify accuracy of daily information
  • Distribute information to necessary individuals, outlets, and departments
  • Enter information during live race and communicate to Tote Board and TV room
  • Determine order of finish for all horses in race
  • Examine photo finishes and process outcomes on the electronic tote board
  • Communicate with Stewards, Mutual Manager’s office, Bookkeeper, Equibase
  • Post unofficial/official results accurately to Tote board
  • Communicate results, inquiries, objections with Mutual Department, Stewards, and Track Announcer
  • Disseminate entire live racing card results to Bookkeeper and Media Outlets
  • Verify accuracy of information on Claim Envelope and Claim Slip
  • Must be able to obtain a Louisiana Racing Commission license
  • Previous experience in the racing industry
  • Computer experience required; experience working in a racing office preferred
  • Maintains interpersonal working relationships among personnel and the public
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
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