Daily Starter

Delaware North at Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack; Town of Farmington (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Parental bonding leave

Job summary

Delaware North at Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack is seeking a part-time Daily Starter to oversee the starter department at Finger Lakes Gaming in Farmington, NY. The role reports to the Racing Secretary and ensures operations comply with company, state, and Gaming Commission standards.

The position requires five years in racetrack operations, licensure by the Gaming Commission, and Thoroughbred experience. Jockey/trainer background is a plus; no high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of related racetrack operations experience.
• Licensing/approval by the Gaming Commission required.
• Experience with Thoroughbred horses preferred.
• Experience as a jockey or trainer preferred.
• No high school diploma required

Responsibilities

• Oversee training and loading of horses in the gate before each race and assist with emergencies on track.
• Place unruly horses on the starter’s list until properly schooled at the gate.
• Maintain contact with outriders and stewards before, during, and after the race.
• Maintain knowledge of the union contract as it pertains to Assistant Starters.
• Supervise staff through planning, scheduling, and performance development.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Team coordination

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Gaming is hiring a part-time Daily Starter to join our team at Finger Lakes Gaming in Farmington, New York. Starters work under the direction of the Racing Secretary to oversee the operations of the starting department in accordance with all company, state, and gaming commissions standards, policies, and laws.

Pay

$160.65 – $160.65 / day

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Oversee the training and loading of horses in the gate before starting each race, assisting with any emergencies that might arise on the track
• Place unruly horses on the starter’s list until such horses have been properly schooled at the gate
• Maintain contact with the outriders and stewards before the start, during, and after the race
• Maintain knowledge of the union contract as it pertains to the Assistant Starters
• Supervise work through planning and scheduling of work assignments, performance development, and appraisal of staff

More about you

• No high school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of five years of related experience, with racetrack and supervisory experience required
• Must be licensed and approved by the required Gaming Commission
• Experience with Thoroughbred horses required
• Experience as a jockey or trainer preferred

Physical requirements

• Manual dexterity is sufficient to maneuver around horses
• Ability to stand, crouch, and climb to perform duties
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds
• Visual acuity is sufficient for knowing activity in own surroundings

Shift details

Weekdays as needed
Days

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