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Salary Statement:

The hourly rate for this position traditionally starts at $16.24 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

About the Indiana Horse Racing Commission (HRC):
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:

The Test Barn Attendants shall be responsible for the collection and sealing of horse urine samples in accordance with chain of custody procedures and adhering to test barn operational procedures. Working hours and days are designated in concurrence with scheduled post times at each racetrack. This position is at the Hoosier Park facility in Anderson, IN. The position would be 5-6 hours per day starting at approximately 5:45 PM and lasting until the last race is finished. This schedule would be for racing on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, along with an occasional Monday. The candidate must be available to work all shifts listed above.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

The test barn attendants shall, in accordance with commission standard operating procedures, procure a urine sample of each horse entering the test barn for testing.
The test barn attendants shall be responsible for identifying each horse entering the test barn by verifying the correct microchip, freeze brand, or tattoo.
The test barn attendants may be responsible for verifying whip welts, cuts, etc. on horses as assigned.
The test barn attendants shall maintain the test barn in a clean and orderly fashion.
Other duties as assigned

The job profile 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.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

Incumbent is responsible for following commission rules, policies and procedures regarding sample collection and chain of custody. Knowledge of commission rules, policies and procedures regarding sample collection is a plus.
Hands-on experience with large animals, preferably horses, is desired.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruit, select, develop, and promote 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 accommodation in completing 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 have you the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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