Placing Judge

General Definition:

• Determine order of finish for all horses in each race. Shall keep file of order of finish for each race card for the Racing Secretary and Racing Commission.

Essential Job Functions:     

• Answers phones
• Takes entries in booth
• Registers foal papers & silks
• Inputs foal papers & silks in computer
• Put running numbers on the tote board each race
• Record complete order of finish after each race
• Notify stewards of placings
• Notify mutuels of placings
• Operate tote board
• Operate photo finish system when necessary
• Stop betting when horses break from gate
• Report order to Equibase chart caller
• Fill out and turn in placing slips to appropriate parties
• Call final order around to appropriate parties
• All other duties as assigned by management

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and 3 years related experience and/or training; or combination.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be knowledgeable of the Rules of Racing.
• Responsible for fostering a fun environment.
• Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers.
• Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events.
• Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.
•  Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards.
• Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff
• Able to work at a fast pace in often crowded/noisy environment
• Excellent customer service/communication skills
• Must meet professional appearance standards as prescribed by company policy.
• Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and communicate verbally in English.
• Written communication skills in English may also be required.

Training:

• 3 year work related experience and/or training; or combination.

Licenses/Certifications/Other: 

• Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency, if applicable to perform the essential job functions
• Texas Racing Commission License (TXRC)

Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strength:
  • Sedentary to medium workload
  • Stand, sit and walk consistently
  • Will be required to lift up to or over 20lbs or exert occasionally over 50lbs
• Movement:
  • Will consistently be required to touch, feel, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, reach
  • Will use office equipment
  • Driving motor vehicles as needed
• Auditory:
  • Frequently speak and articulate
  • Noise levels will be varied from moderate to heavy machinery
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to weather and extreme elements are minimal
  • Minimal exposure in close proximity to horses