Racing Official: Live Track Operations & Judging

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment in Pennsylvania is seeking a Racing Office Assistant to support the Racing Secretaries and day-to-day operations at the track.

You will handle rider changes, entries, overnights, and act in multiple officiating roles to ensure accurate programs and fair competition. The position requires 1–2 years in the horse racing industry, strong guest service, and the ability to read rules and a condition book; licensing with PA State Racing Commission is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in the horse racing industry (1–2 years).
• Ability to read and interpret a Condition Book.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong communication and guest-service skills.
• Must understand Pennsylvania Rules of Racing and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with morning work in the Racing Secretaries' Office: rider changes, entries, and overnight prep.
• Act as Placing Judge: manage scratch information and data entry for the official program.
• Post top four horses on tote board/TV screens; verify finish order with the photo finish.
• Serve as Paddock Judge: observe paddock activity and ensure proper credentials for trainers and grooms.
• Identify horses by tattoo; verify appropriate horse is running.
• Assist as Patrol Judge: collect horses and report infractions to Stewards.
• Operate as Clerk of Scales: manage jockey assignments and weight verification.
• Serve as Claims Clerk: deliver claim envelopes and coordinate with Stewards.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Reading ability

Math basics

Problem solving

Job description

PENN Entertainment in Pennsylvania is seeking a Racing Office Assistant to support the Racing Secretaries and day-to-day operations at the track.

You will handle rider changes, entries, overnights, and act in multiple officiating roles to ensure accurate programs and fair competition. The position requires 1–2 years in the horse racing industry, strong guest service, and the ability to read rules and a condition book; licensing with PA State Racing Commission is required.