Associate Judge - Seasonal

About the role

You’ll work in a fast-paced, exciting industry with a diverse team driven by enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. The company supports career growth and offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes wellness programs for financial, physical, and mental well-being.

Responsibilities

• Foster a fun environment and act as a gracious host to all guests and co-workers.
• Promote a positive influence in the community and participate in company-sponsored events.
• Interpret and enforce Ohio State Racing Commission administrative rules.
• Make decisions to ensure the integrity of pari-mutuel racing/wagering.
• Share authority with the Presiding Judge over all horses and licensed persons on association grounds during a race meeting for matters related to racing.
• Review alleged racing violations, issue rulings after hearings, and levy fines/suspensions or recommend further action to the Ohio State Racing Commission.
• Advise track management, law enforcement, licensees, owners, trainers, and the public on Ohio Code and administrative rules; resolve regulatory disputes.
• Notify track management of potential compliance issues with proposed changes in internal procedures.
• Observe live races and replays to ensure no interference occurred; disqualify horses and change the order of finish if warranted.
• Ensure the lock of each race and declare every race official.
• Monitor wagering patterns for irregularities.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Judge Accreditation School/Program approved by The Ohio State Racing Commission.
• Served as a Racing Official for a minimum of 3 years or engaged in racing as a trainer or driver for at least 5 years and observed in the judges' stand for no less than 30 days.
• 20/20 vision (corrected or uncorrected) and ability to distinguish colors correctly.
• Extensive knowledge of racing rules, penalties, protocols, animal welfare, duty of care, budget preparation, and policy development.
• High standards of ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity.
• High level of initiative, effort, and commitment to completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Polite, courteous, and cooperative communication with others.

Benefits

• Day-one medical coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Annual performance bonus (varies by position).
• Paid time off earned according to local policy, increasing with length of employment.
• Wellness programs supporting financial, physical, and mental well-being.

Pay

Initial placement within the salary range is based on relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.