POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Racing Manager, this position is responsible for assisting in the overall management of the racing operations while establishing a safe and welcoming environment for all guests and team members. Incumbent is responsible for assisting the Racing Manager with monitoring the duties and responsibilities of supervisors who are direct reports, for assisting with the planning and directing of the racing office operations and backside operations. Incumbent ensures adherence to all policies and procedures; motivates and leads by example and provides a positive work environment. Incumbent assists with developing performance objectives and monitors performance evaluations for direct reports, assists with implementing all new racing operations’ initiatives as directed; actively participates in the recruitment and hiring process. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position) Delivers superior internal and external guest service in accordance with Boyd Values and works harmoniously with fellow team members. Assists with overseeing stall application submissions and stake nomination fees from owner(s). Assists in reviewing applications for horses entering and training, accepting application and entrance fees, registering financial interest parties, and may review racing information to be published in various forms of publications, while ensuring racing commission rules are followed for classifying and reclassifying horses. In concert with Racing Manger and Racing Secretary, sets conditions for each race of the race meet regulating the nomination of entries and determining the amounts of purses and to whom they are due. Assists with examining nominations and declarations of stakes events to verify the eligibility of all declarations and nominations and compile lists thereof for publication. Acts as an additional liaison for the Racing Manager with the Ohio HBPA, HISA, and Ohio State Racing Commission and industry-related businesses and association’s; maintains awareness of new trends and innovations in the field of racing while remaining current on business trends and activities in the local market; May serve as a substitute Racing Official on live race days as needed. Assists Racing Manager for the oversight of the entire racing operation including the Racing Office, Racing Office Kitchen, Track Maintenance, OTB, Simulcasting, and Backside Areas. Assists with receiving, managing, and monitoring all registration certification of all horses competing; returns certifications to owner or representative at exit from grounds. Assists in preparing listing of horses in program, reviewing entries and declarations for various assigned events, verifying eligibility of all declarations and nominations and produce an eligible horse listing, and ensuring declarations are signed and are kept safe for the specified time frame. Assists Racing Manager and other applicable management to plan various race schedules, determine winnings for each race, and interact with team members to create racing formats and assign stable space. Assists in recording official racing results and maintain files on horses, documenting ownership changes, and creates reports for track officials. Assists Racing Manager with the planning and arranging of racing schedules and assigns handicap weights; keeps current horse class qualification lists for examination; maintains familiarity with ages, class, and competitive ability of all horses. Assists Racing Manager with all aspects of live race day operations and simulcast operations. Assists in the planning and execution of racing-related marketing and promotions. Assists with the preparation and submission of the Live Racing Program daily. Completes and Submits the OTRF report each race day to the OSRC and Horseman’s Bookkeeper. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and innovations in the field of racing administration. Monitors encompass Daily Entry Reports to ensure compliance with all HISA registration and rule requirements for all Owners/Trainers, Jockeys, Horses, and Officials. Assists all applicable Racing Officials with their HISA Daily Reporting and Checklists; ensures Daily Reports are sent to HISA. Completes and submits all ordering requests through COUPA for the Racing Office, Crow’s Nest, and Jock’s Room. Assists Racing Manager with the oversight of all Racing Staff, and ensures schedules and payroll are completed and submitted correctly. Performs other relate duties and responsibilities as required. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma plus minimum 5 years of racing experience; minimum 3 years management experience. Post-Secondary education or a relevant combination of education and experience is an asset. Proficient with Microsoft Office. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: