USTA seeks Information and Statistics Associate

U.S. Trotting News; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven organization

Collaborative environment

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A leading organization in harness racing is seeking an Information and Statistics Associate in Columbus, OH. This hybrid role involves ensuring data accuracy while supporting clients with equine data requests. Ideal candidates have a degree and are detail-oriented with strong analytical skills. Collaborate within a passionate team, working directly with industry data and contributing to meaningful projects. Occasional travel may be required around events.

Qualifications

• Degree (BS/BA/AA) preferred and extensive harness racing or equine experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and database software.

Responsibilities

• Respond to member and customer requests for equine data and reports.
• Produce, analyze, edit, and format horse sale catalogs and pedigrees.
• Analyze harness racing data and produce detailed reports.
• Analyze harness racing data and produce detailed reports.
• Support users of USTA online services such as Pathway and Online Services.
• Prepare race lines and related services for horse sales.
• Collaborate with IT to develop new tools and revenue-generating products.
• Collect and organize horse sale results for the USTA database.
• Work with foreign registries to establish records for imported horses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Word

Database software skills

Education

Degree (BS/BA/AA)

Tools

Excel

Word

Database software

Job description

Columbus, OH – The U.S. Trotting Association, the leading authority in harness racing and Standardbred breeding, is seeking a detail‑driven, data‑savvy professional to join its team as an Information and Statistics Associate.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of data, technology, and the sport of harness racing, supporting members, customers, and industry partners across North America and beyond. If you have a passion for horses, enjoy working with complex data, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role offers both purpose and growth.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager of Information & Research, the Information and Statistics Associate plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of racing and breeding data. You’ll work hands‑on with horse sale catalogs, pedigrees, race performance data, and annual publications while serving as a key resource for members and customers.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to member and customer requests for equine data and reports
• Produce, analyze, edit, and format horse sale catalogs and pedigrees
• Compile and edit annual and periodic publications
• Analyze harness racing data and produce detailed reports
• Support users of USTA online services such as Pathway and Online Services
• Prepare race lines and related services for horse sales
• Collaborate with IT to develop new tools and revenue‑generating products
• Collect and organize horse sale results for the USTA database
• Work with foreign registries to establish records for imported horses

What We’re Looking For

• A degree (BS/BA/AA) and extensive harness racing or equine experience preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Experience with a horse sales company is a plus but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and database software

This position is a hybrid position, primarily office‑based with occasional travel and outdoor work. Some evenings and weekends may be required, particularly around sales and racing events.

Must be an Ohio resident

Why Join USTA?

• Be part of a mission‑driven organization that supports the integrity and growth of harness racing
• Work with industry‑leading data and technology
• Collaborate with passionate professionals across racing, breeding, and IT
• Contribute directly to services relied upon by owners, breeders, trainers, and racetracks worldwide