Racing and Sports Manager manages and directs the racing and sports book daily activities. Oversees racing and sports betting and ensures compliance with federal and state gaming regulations. Being a Racing and Sports Manager may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Racing and Sports Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Thorough knowledge of department processes. To be a Racing and Sports Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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The State Racing Steward Interprets/enforces the Statutes of the State of Nebraska pertaining to horseracing and Administrative Title 294 administrative rules for pari-mutuel horseracing and makes decisions not specifically covered by Statutes or rules to insure the integrity pari-mutuel racing/wagering; performs related work as required. Must be an accredited steward through ROAP.
Work Schedule will vary depending on the racing schedule. Will be Wednesday to Sunday. Split shifts. Mornings, Days and evenings.
During racing season this position will be Full-time. In the off season, this position would be considered be part time. The starting rate of pay for this position is $50.00 per hour.
Job duties
Serves as a member of the Board of Stewards to review alleged violations; issues rulings after hearing testimony and may levy fines/suspensions and/or make recommendations to the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission for further action. Observes the running of live races/replays on video tape and determines if all starting gate opened simultaneously, there was no interference of a horse and jockeys/horses put forth their best effort; may disqualify a horse and change the order of finish if a foul was committed; declares the race is official. Monitors the pattern of wagering and may cancel wagering if irregularities are discovered. Works with veterinarians to insure that required body fluid samples are being taken; receives veterinarian laboratory reports from official racing chemist on positives, non-positives and suspicious results and follows up on outstanding tests; notifies trainers on positive tests and arranges a hearing.