Association Steward

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Austintown (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Ohio seeks a skilled racing official to interpret and enforce Ohio State racing commission rules, and to make decisions ensuring integrity of pari-mutuel racing. You will review license applications, issue rulings, advise track management, monitor wagering, and coordinate with veterinarians on-site at Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course.

This role requires strong knowledge of racing regulations, ethical conduct, and the ability to communicate clearly with diverse

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a Judge Accreditation School/Program approved by The Ohio State Racing Commission.
• Experience as a steward, racing secretary, assistant racing secretary, starter, placing judge, patrol judge or clerk of scales is preferred.
• Must have 20/20 vision (or corrected) and be able to distinguish colors.
• Strong knowledge of racing rules, penalties, and safety protocols.
• High ethical standards and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Interprets/enforces the Ohio State racing commission administrative rules.
• Makes decisions not covered by code to insure integrity of pari-mutuel racing/wagering.
• Authority over horses and licensed personnel on association grounds during a race meeting.
• Reviews alleged violations, issues rulings, and may recommend further action.
• Advises track management and responds to regulatory issues with stakeholders.
• Observes live races, ensures fair start, and may adjust standings if warranted.
• Monitors wagering patterns and addresses irregularities.
• Works with veterinarians to ensure proper sample collection and test follow-up.

Skills

Knowledge of Ohio racing rules

Public speaking

Decision making

Attention to detail

Ethical conduct

Education

Judge Accreditation School/Program approved by The Ohio State Racing Commission

Job description

Introduction

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Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Interprets/ enforces the Ohio State racing commission administrative rules
• Makes Decisions not specifically covered by code or rules to insure the integrity of Pari-mutuel racing/wagering
• Authority over all horses and all persons, licensed, on association grounds during a race meeting as to all matters related to racing
• Reviews alleged violations; issues rulings after hearing testimony and may levy fines/suspensions and/or make recommendations to the Ohio State Racing Commission for further action
• Reviews initial applications for license, interviews applicants, clarifies information, and makes a decision on the ability of the applicant to be licensed
• Advises track management. Law enforcement officers, licensees, owners, trainers, jockeys and the general public on the Ohio Code and administrative rules and resolves regulatory disputes; notifies track management of potential compliance issues with proposed changes in internal procedures
• Observes the running of live races/replays on video tape and determines if starting gates opened simultaneously. That there was no interference of a horse and jockeys/horses put forth their best effort; may disqualify a horse and change the order of finish if warranted; ensures lock of each race and declares every race official
• Monitors patterns of wagering and may cancel wagering if irregularities are discovered
• Works with veterinarians to insure that required body fluid samples are being taken; receives lab reports on positives, non-positives and suspicious results and follows up on outstanding tests; notifies trainers on positive tests and arranges a hearing
• 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. Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises with appropriate notification to Team Members.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of a Judge Accreditation School/ Program approved by The Ohio State Racing Commission
• Must have served as a steward, racing secretary, assistant racing secretary, starter, placing judge, patrol judge or clerk of scales for a minimum of 3 years or has engaged in racing as an owner, trainer, jockey, veterinarian or breeder for at least 5 years and has been an observer in the stewards stand for no less than 30 days
• Must have 20/20 vision or corrected 20/20 vision and ability to distinguish colors correctly
• Confidence about moving in close proximity to racehorses
• An extensive knowledge of the rules of racing; application of appropriate penalties, racing protocols, animal welfare and duty of care requirements; preparation of budgets; development of rules and policy recommendations; and effective skills in public speaking.
• Must have high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity.
• Must display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail
• Works and communicates with others in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner