Horse Racing Safety Director

General Definition: Under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Safety and Racing Operations (SDSRO) at Remington Park, the Safety Director (Racing) is to carry out the provisions set forth in the rules of racing in Oklahoma and Texas that concentrate on safety and welfare while following federal guidelines as set forth by HISA (Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority). 

• Shall oversee equine safety, racetrack safety, risk management and injury prevention of horses/individuals.
• Will create a culture of safety for horses, riders, and Remington Park personnel.
• Ensure that all activities and practices meet required safety standards.
• Maintain and annually review standard operating procedures and protocols related to safety.
• Coordinate and oversee emergency drills that include equine injury, starting gate malfunction, and hazardous weather affecting the track.
• Follow all HISA reporting deadlines.
• Interact with HISA concerning Racetrack Safety Accreditation compliance.
• Coordinate with Association Veterinarians to ensure compliance with veterinarian related rules.
• Daily monitoring activities and practices in the barn area and on the racetrack for compliance with applicable company policies, OHRC/TXRC safety regulations, and HISA rules.
• Operate as the association steward during the Remington Park thoroughbred meet to enforce HISA rules 2200.
• Conduct hearings on all possible HISA 2200 rule infractions and submit all related rulings to HISA.
• Oversee HISA Accreditation and be responsible for compiling all documentation for the annual audit.
• Conduct pre-meet racetrack safety inspections independently or with licensing enforcement personnel or HISA personnel.
• Make recommendations to licensing bodies to ensure the integrity of racing and compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assist persons with HISA registration.
• Monitor Outriders, Jockeys, Gate Crew Members, Medical Personnel, Horsemen, and Exercise Riders.
• Monitor safety equipment (Vest, Whips and Helmets).
• Answer questions with regards to rules and regulations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum required experience in one or more of the following categories
  • 5 years’ experience in the pari-mutuel horse racing industry as a licensed trainer or jockey
  • 10 years’ experience in the pari-mutuel horse racing industry as a licensed owner whose experience, knowledge, ability, and integrity relative to the industry are known to the association
  • 3 years’ experience as a licensed racing official, Racing Secretary, Assistant Racing secretary, or Director of Racing
  • Experience in the horse racing industry of a character and for a length of time sufficient, in the opinion of the Association, to be substantially equivalent to the requirements listed above

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to work independently while also being effective at working with others.
• Have a strong attention to detail.
• Able to analyze situations, identify solutions, and implement them effectively.
• Ability to work a flexible and irregular schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays
• Working knowledge of the Commission Rules of Racing
• Thorough understanding of HISA as it applies to racing in the state of Oklahoma.
• Ability to establish the MQS (Maintenance Quality System) and input racetrack surface data to the authority as required
• This position is prohibited from wagering on any horse race over which HISA has jurisdiction and if prohibited from owning in whole or part of any horse which races at HISA regulated racetracks
• Must be able to work in a smoke-filled casino environment

Training:      

• Must be able to pass Title 31 Training
• The applicant must be or have the ability to be accredited through the Racing Officials Accreditation Program as a Steward, meet the experience and continuing education requirements of the program, and be in good standing with all racing jurisdictions

Licenses/Certifications/Other: 

• Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency if applicable to perform the essential job functions
• Must have ROAP Steward Accreditation  
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug test with a negative result