Silks Coordinator - Seasonal

Oaklawn • Hot Springs, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Oaklawn is seeking a talented individual to become a Silks Coordinator. This role is responsible for ensuring jockeys have the correct silks for the owner/trainer in the current race. The position involves checking, cleaning, and maintaining silks, towels, and helmet covers, ensuring proper silks are hung for each owner and race, and maintaining records of silks delivered to the jocks room. The ideal candidate will be at least 21 years of age, able to read, write, understand, and speak English, and comfortable working around horses and with other racing officials. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently and within a team, excellent problem-solving skills, and the capacity to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in a fast-paced, sometimes crowded or noisy environment. The position also requires the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, stand/sit/walk for periods, work in inclement weather, and lift up to 50 lbs. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, and the ability to obtain an Arkansas Racing License is necessary.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, understand and speak English
• Must be able to work around horses
• Ability to interact professionally with other racing officials
• Ability to work independently
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain a calm, professional and friendly demeanor in all situations
• Ability to handle several tasks at the same time
• Ability to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and holidays
• Ability to stand, sit or walk for periods of time and work in inclement weather when necessary
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop and kneel
• Requires frequent wrist and hand use
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 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 in English may also be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arkansas Racing License.

Responsibilities

• Making sure the jockey has the correct silks for the owner / trainer they are for in the current race.
• Checks, cleans and maintains all silks, towels and helmet covers
• Ensures proper silks are hung for each owner, each race
• Maintains records of all silks delivered to the jocks room
• Ability to work required hours
• Regular punctual attendance required
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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