Standardbred Race Office Administrator

Our rich history is a big part of who we are. With historic roots dating back over 135 years, Woodbine is steeped in tradition. We have been the engine that drives the Ontario horse racing industry, creating winning experiences for all our guests.

We are also currently on an amazing 20-year journey to ‘build a city within a city’ and transform the largest privately held land in Toronto into one of Canada’s premiere entertainment destinations. This journey will unlock the value of approximately 700 acres of land, leading to job creation and the revitalization of our communities, while enhancing our ability to share the thrill of horse-racing and cementing our place as an entertainment powerhouse.

We also take care of our PEOPLE. Here are some of the things we offer:
**Full Group Benefits Plan**

**Pension**

**Paid Vacation**

**Discounts on Food**

**Ontario Attractions Discount**

**Free Parking**

**Opportunities for Advancement**

**Social Responsibility Initiatives**

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Our Values & Beliefs

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**JOB SUMMARY**

Reporting to the Racing Secretary, this position's purpose is to operate the race office during live racing. This position will perform administrative duties for the Standardbred Department and will be a key point of contact for horse people and race officials throughout each race card.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
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- Responsible for taking horse entries from trainers/owners for races via telephone. Use information from the condition sheet to confirm race information (race date & condition eligibility)
- Be a liaison to the horse people and AGCO Judges.
- Accept equipment & driver changes
- Collect all claiming Authorizations.
- Distribute Access stickers and update the Security database.
- Contact trainers directly should any discrepancies or problems with an entry arise.
- Assist with Winner Circle presentations for OSS and Woodbine Stake races
- Assist in Department initiatives such as Caretaker Appreciation Day & Woodbine Cares events
- Review and process Standardbred Department invoices.
- Using InCompass, ensure accounts have been created for each horse, trainer, driver, owner.
- Work with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to confirm any scratches, ensuring regulations are being followed.
- Maintain a professional relationship with internal departments including Printing, Customer Services, Marketing and Media, and external clients such as trainers, drivers, owners and the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
- Lead by example, to exhibit, encourage and motivate WEG's Values and Beliefs

**JOB SPECIFICATIONS**

**Knowledge**
- General to advanced knowledge of the horse racing industry
- General knowledge of horse racing rules and regulations

**Skills**
- Advance attention to detail.
- General communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required to interact effectively with all staff, horse trainers and owners.
- General computer skills in a Windows environment
- General ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.

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