Assistant Starter - Seasonal

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Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Oaklawn Team. We have an extraordinary legacy. We are a family with strong core values, providing a new level of excitement for our guests and Team Members as we aspire to be Arkansas' Employer of Choice. Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Schooling horses in the morning -Set-up gate for the start of each race and ensure the best start possible -Teach and familiarize young horses with the gate to break and school them on the starter's list -Set gate on track and place numbers on gate -Follow proper procedures for getting gate on and off track for each race -Move starting stands to each starting distance -Make equipment changes on the horse -Load and handle horses for each race -Assist in loading horses that pull up during and after the race -Ability to work required overtime -Regular punctual attendance required -Other duties assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -Maintains interpersonal working relationships among personnel and the public -Excellent oral and written communication skills -Must be hard working and motivated -Ability to work in a team environment Education and Experience Requirements -High School Diploma or equivalent required -Previous stating gate experience preferred -Previous experience riding or handling horses Work Environment and Physical Demands -Must be able to work independently. -Must be able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time (4 hours). -Must be able to respond calmly and make rational decisions when handling employee conflicts. -Must be able to maneuver throughout all areas of the property and from floor to floor either by stairways. -Must be able to work varied shifts, weekends and holidays as needed. -Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; and, have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop and kneel. -Ability to simultaneously manage several projects, and not be frustrated by changing priorities and unforeseen obstacles to achieving objectives. -Must be able to tolerate areas containing dust, loud noises and bright lights. It is Oaklawn's intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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