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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Associate Judge Harness Racing in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4482125 THE POSITION Have you ever had the opportunity to judge harness races? The Department of Agriculture is currently looking for an Associate Judge at Pocono Downs Racetrack. This role involves interpreting and upholding the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Commission to maintain the integrity of the sport. If you are passionate about the thrilling world of horse racing, do not miss out on applying today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK Your main responsibility in this position is to uphold the fairness of horse racing by interpreting and enforcing the rules and regulations set by the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Commission. This involves maintaining important records such as the Judges Books, the Steward's List, accident reports, and daily reports to the Commission. Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing, delivering, and posting notices of penalties, rulings, and decisions, as well as providing support to the Presiding Judge.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Work schedule is vendor controlled and may vary based on race schedule. Work hours are 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Sunday Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Additional Requirements: You must have ROAP (Racing Officials Accreditation Program) Accreditation You must have USTA (United States Trotting Association) Certification You must be able to perform essential job functions. Post-Employment Requirement: Commission Employee License How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.