Horse Racing Director Date Posted: Jan 15, 2025 Requisition ID: 454960 Location: Shelbyville, IN, US, 46176 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. About the Indiana Horse Racing Commission (HRC): We know real Hoosier horsepower! It is the mission of the Indiana Horse Racing Commission to oversee pari-mutuel horse racing in Indiana, and to protect the integrity of the sport through active and diligent regulation. Role Overview: As the Horse Racing Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the test barn including technicians and program employees. In this position, you will ensure proper regulations are met in the handling of biological hazardous waste and the supervision of the handling of all laboratory specimens. Salary Statement: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. A Day in the Life: ​The essential functions of this role are as follows: + Oversee operations of Commission test barns, blood gas laboratories, and Salix programs. + Review and evaluate specimen operations and establish policies and procedures to ensure uniform interpretation and accurate application of commission regulations, instructions, standards, and specifications + Supervise the handling of all laboratory specimens to prevent tampering, confusion, or contamination. + Ensure sample handling and shipping is in accordance with the IHRC rules and procedures. + Keep proper records of test barn activity and sample specimens to ensure the integrity of the chain of custody. + Oversee split sample process by scheduling sessions for splitting a sample, documenting applicable witness signature, collecting payment, and ensuring all other necessary paperwork is properly filed. + Maintain equipment and supplies for test barn and blood gas laboratory. + Maintain the proper logs for different aspects of the program for the test barn, horse documentation, and sampling procedures. + Maintain Bleeder Certificate Database. + Draw blood on horses in the test barn as necessary if the commission contract veterinarian is unavailable. + Manage Employee Manuals for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and test barn technicians. + Supervise the implementation of biosecurity procedures during a disease outbreak and assist commission contract veterinarians with equine biosecurity during a disease outbreak and emergency situations. + Pre- and post-race meet briefings with IHRC security/investigators. + Create and maintain year-end reports for racing data and make recommendations for future years. + Request and oversee the maintenance of the test barn and blood gas lab. Direct racetrack personnel as it relates to repair projects and renovations when needed. + Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development. + Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.  Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.  The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This position is located at Caesar's Horseshoe Indianapolis in Shelbyville, IN. Must be willing to work evening ans holidays when needed due to the nature of the business. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: + Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans + Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards + Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution + Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities + Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match + Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options + A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: + 150 hours of paid new parent leave + Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave + Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off + 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years + Education Reimbursement Program + Group life insurance + Referral Bonus program + Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits + Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program + Free Parking for most positions + Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov. The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application. Current Employee? 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