Veterinarian Assistant 1 (Exempt ) / Seasonal / Part-Time
- State of Washington Horse Racing Commission
- Auburn, WA
- Other
- 10 days ago
Salary
$24 / Hour
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Job Description
Description
This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position.
Work Shift: This is a part-time, seasonal position based at the Emerald Downs Racetrack in Auburn, Washington. Racing season typically runs from May to late October. Work schedule and hours will vary based on the scheduled times and dates that live racing is conducted. Hours will range from weekday evenings and weekend days plus holidays, usually 15 to 20 hours per week.
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.
Duties
This position is responsible for maintaining the test barn area and assisting in collecting urine samples from the horses selected for testing. The position requires the ability to work week day nights, (Fridays), weekends and holidays, plus have the desire to work around race horses in all different weather.
Some of what you will enjoy doing includes:
- Clean and rake test barn area prior to racing each day.
- Accompany horses selected for testing from the unsaddling area to the test barn to ensure no substances are administered to the horse.
- Assist with the bathing of horses following racing.
- Assist with the collection of blood and urine samples.
- Returning claim tags and head numbers to the appropriate locations,
Qualifications
REQURED:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Experience handling and working around horses.
- Ability to perform job duties under fast-paced and potentially stressful working conditions.
- Good communication skills
DESIRED:
- The ability to work with a diverse group of people including co-workers and stakeholders.
- Be reliable with a good work ethic, able to take direction and instruction.
- Must be able to walk at a fast pace for a distance of up to 3/8th of a mile.
- Knowledge of the pari-mutuel horse racing industry.
Supplemental Information
Important: This position is open until filled. The WHRC is looking to fill several positions. Application review begins immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis until an adequate number or applicants are hired. Therefore, it will be to the applicant's advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.
How to Apply
To begin the online application process, click on the green "Apply" button at the top of this announcement.
NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the “duties summary” section of the application. Please do not refer to resume for detail, or your application may be disqualified.
Opportunity for All:
The Washington Horse Racing Commission celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.
Persons with a disability who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
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. 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 [email protected]
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