Description

**This posting will be used to fill one seasonal/32 hour-per-week position and one on-call/part-time position (the on-call/part-time position is planned to work 20-24 hours per week and will be paid hourly: $18.66-$24.85/hr)

About the Commission
WHRC is comprised of three voting members (a chairperson and two commissioners) appointed by the Governor, and four non-voting ex-officio members (two members of the Senate and two members of the House of Representatives). The commission appoints an Executive Secretary and staff to carry out its assigned duties and the day-to-day operation of the WHRC. For more information about the agency, go to http://www.whrc.wa.gov.

As the agency responsible for regulating pari-mutuel horse racing in Washington State, the Washington Horse Racing Commission (WHRC) is committed to maintaining public's confidence in the integrity of the sport.

What you will be doing:
This position's duty station will be at Emerald Downs in Auburn, WA. You may be responsible to perform various racing official duties. The primary duty for this position will be to train as the backup for the receiving barn clerk. As experience dictates to be cross trained in other official positions such as, Photo Finish Operator, Clocking Duties, Identifier, Clerk of Scales, and Paddock Judge.

Why you would want this position:
If you love horses and the sport, this is a great way to do what you love. Not only will you be in the great outdoors around the excitement, but you are key in the safety of the animals and the integrity of the game.

Duties

Some of what you will enjoy include:

• Keep stewards informed of any irregularities or delays that may occur.
• Assure information is accurate and complete.
• Prepare and maintain the receiving barn for the day’s races by cleaning the walking ring and the individual stalls, leveling and hosing down the walking area of the receiving barn.
• Obtain the various documents from the WHRC office and race office to establish the proposed times for each race and the specific horses entered in the races.
• Verify the required number of head numbers and smocks needed for the day’s races.
• Place the required head numbers and groom smocks for each race in the designated location.
• Make the 10-minute, 5-minute and final call over the public address system to bring the horses to the receiving barn.
• When each horse arrives at the receiving barn, observe tack, grooms, etc. to determine the preliminary identity of the horse.
• Give the groom handling the horse the appropriate head number and colored smock.
• Observe the horses and grooms while they are walking in the receiving barn to ensure they are following safety procedures.
• At the designated time, send the horse from the receiving barn to the paddock.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent,
AND
Three years of experience in the pari-mutuel horse racing industry OR experience handling horses?

OR

A Bachelor’s degree in Equine Administration and experience in the horse racing industry,

OR

Equivalent education/experience.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Willingness to cross train in other racing official duties
• Experience working with horses to be able to work around them in a variety of situations in a manner that provides safety and the well-being for themselves, grooms and the horse.
• Physically able to use a rake, shovel, wheelbarrow, etc. while cleaning and maintaining the receiving barn

• ROAP Stewards Accreditation
• Ability to work safely around horses
• Ability to use computers with word, excel, and outlook
• Experience in the pari-mutuel industry
• Be proficient in compiling reports and writing correspondence

Desired Competencies:

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace.
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community.
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization.
• Models and champions our culture and values; cultivates a shared, strategic vision; develops people; drives results; fosters learning; builds relationships; fosters teamwork and collaboration; communicates effectively; makes things happen as a public servant; leads and navigates change; embraces and embeds inclusion in decision making.

Supplemental Information

Union Inclusion:

This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Opportunity for All:
Contact Information:
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For questions about the recruitment process or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Angie Anderson at (360) 407-8446 or email [email protected].

For information or questions about this recruitment, please email Amanda Benton at [email protected]