Racing Horse Identifier - Seasonal at Caesars Entertainment in Shelbyville, Indiana

Job Description:

Horse Identifier

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Horse Identifier is responsible for identifying each horse by means of a tattoo to confirm identity prior to racing.

• Ensure the safekeeping of registration certificates for horses stabled or racing on grounds.

• inspect documents of , or breeding necessary to ensure the proper identification of each horse scheduled to compete at a race meet.

• Examine every starter in the paddock for sex, color, markings, and lip tattoo, or other identification method approved by the appropriate breed registry and the commission for comparison with its registration certificate to verify the horse's identity.

• Supervise the tattooing, branding, or other method of identification approved by the appropriate breed registry and the IHRC for identification of an horse located on the grounds.

• Report to the stewards any horse not properly identified in conformity with IHRC rules.

All other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Must be able to obtain an Indiana Horse Racing License.

REQUIRED PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

Responsible for fostering a fun environment. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events. Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs. Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards. Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Also required are frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, climbing steps and sitting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Indiana Grand Racing & Casino is a smoking establishment, therefore must be able to work in a smoking environment. Must be able to work in a highly populated fast-paced and noisy environment.

The Horse Identifier is responsible for identifying each horse by means of a tattoo to confirm identity prior to racing. •\tEnsure the safekeeping of registration certificates for horses stabled or racing on grounds.•\tinspect documents of , or breeding necessary to ensure the proper identification of each horse scheduled to compete at a race meet.•\tExamine every starter in the paddock for sex, color, markings, and lip tattoo, or other identification method approved by the appropriate breed registry and the commission for comparison with its registration certificate to verify the horse's identity.•\tSupervise the tattooing, branding, or other method of identification approved by the appropriate breed registry and the IHRC for identification of an horse located on the grounds.•\tReport to the stewards any horse not properly identified in conformity with IHRC rules.All other duties as assigned by management.