Race Timing & Placing Judge

The New York Racing Association; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Racing Association (NYRA) is seeking a Clocker/Placing Judge to support both morning clocking and afternoon race placing operations. This regular full-time role aligns with live racing schedules at NYRA tracks in New York.

The position requires eyes for detail, strong communications with trainers and stewards, and the ability to operate timing and photo finish equipment in variable conditions. Early mornings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years working at the racetrack in training horses, as a gap attendant, or racing official.
• Ability to obtain licensing as required by the New York State Gaming Commission
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Record workout times as instructed by trainers and NYSGC rules.
• Follow NYRA procedures for timing of racehorses.
• Maintain a list of unresolved workouts for horses not properly reported to clockers.
• Verify workouts against official reports, including trainer information.
• Note track conditions, weather, and factors impacting training.
• Log all workout data in Equibase per NYSGC/NYRA rules.
• Relay concerns to the stewards.
• Fill in for regular tab writer when needed.
• Assist with placing horses during races using standard procedures.
• Use photo finish technology to report the correct order of finish.

Skills

Stopwatch timing

Multitasking

Communication

Judgment

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NYSGC license eligibility

Tools

Photo finish equipment

Timing equipment

Job description

The New York Racing Association (NYRA) is seeking a Clocker/Placing Judge to support both morning clocking and afternoon race placing operations. This regular full-time role aligns with live racing schedules at NYRA tracks in New York.

The position requires eyes for detail, strong communications with trainers and stewards, and the ability to operate timing and photo finish equipment in variable conditions. Early mornings and weekends are required.