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This position is responsible for the daily operations of and all activities conducted within the Jockey’s Room, ensuring these activities are conducted within the rules of racing.
Job Responsibility:
Supervising of riders, valets and officials before and during racing hours
Overseeing the physical condition of the Room and supervising the kitchen facility
Breathalyzer analysis of all racing officials, including reporting any discrepancies to the Stewards
Recording changes for the daily race card, including scratches, overweights, owner or trainer changes, lasix changes, and delivers this information to appropriate departments
Weighing jockeys out for each race and weighing jockeys in from each race in inclement weather
Receiving all claims, ensuring they are delivered at appropriate time to the Stewards, performing “shakes” if needed, contacting appropriate departments regarding claim, and ensuring groom has claim slip and is present to get horse
Records Jockeys’ payroll daily, confirming weekly totals with Horsemen’s Bookkeeper and providing Jockey payroll information to Jockeys Benevolent Association Representative
Computing Valets’ weekly payroll and providing information to Payroll Department, as required
Providing payroll and purse distribution to Director, Thoroughbred Racing Operations
Prompt reporting of any infraction of the Rules with respect to weight, riding equipment, etc. to AGCO Stewards
Performing other miscellaneous duties as required by the AGCO regarding rule enforcement
Registration of new owners’ colours in Incompass Solutions system
Other special projects or various duties, as required
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years experience working with, combined with excellent knowledge of horse racing, including proper handling of and dealing with horses
Grade 12 or equivalent with very good listening, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Basic knowledge of racing department procedures and general understanding of the daily racing program
Detailed understanding of the rules of racing as it relates to Jockeys and Jockeys’ Room activities
Able to prioritize conflicting priorities in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, combined with a strong attention to detail and the ability to perform under pressure
Able to supervise, direct, and guide individuals and groups in the completion of tasks and fulfillment of goals