Director of Horse Racing - Bureau of Standardbred Horse Racing

THE POSITION

Begin an exciting leadership journey with the Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Standardbred Horse Racing as the Director of Horse Racing. This position allows you to oversee major racing activities that impact participants across the Commonwealth. You will support strong policies, effective operations, and industry partnerships. Make a meaningful difference in advancing the future of horse racing in Pennsylvania.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on directing the operations, policies and enforcement activities of the Bureau of Standardbred Horse Racing. The role ensures consistency, fairness, and compliance across all racetrack operations statewide. As a Director of Horse Racing, you will perform the following duties:

• Operational Leadership: Plan and direct bureau operations for three Standardbred racetracks
• Program Oversight: Guide statewide racing activities including enforcement, licensing, marketing, and incentive programs
• Policy Direction: Develop and implement policies and procedures that support racing activities
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure racetrack adherence to simulcast agreements and regulatory requirements
• Stakeholder Relations: Serve as liaison to commissioners, racetrack staff, and industry organizations
• Staff Management: Supervise managers, veterinarians, and judges while ensuring proper personnel procedures are followed

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Some weekends will be required
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 1 day a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of experience in the management of a licensed Thoroughbred or Standardbred horse racing entity or equivalent racing experience; or
• Certification as a Thoroughbred or Standardbred horse racing official; or
• Any other criteria established by the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

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