ROAP Office Assistant - Lexington, KY

ROAP is currently seeking a part-time office assistant in the Lexington office. 

SUMMARY:

Assist with various administrative duties as needed for the Racing Officials Accreditation Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Organize meetings and materials for various committees and the board of directors
• Responsible for categorizing, digitizing and uploading race videos into the video library
• Research and request potential race videos for inclusion in the library
• Assist in maintaining ROAP database with data entry
• Provide support in updating website: schedule of events, post articles of interest, news releases, and related educational materials
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Responsibility for Contacts:

This position interacts with racing officials, stewards, judges, ROAP board members, industry representative, race tracks, accrediting universities and other business contacts.

Qualifications:

To perform this job an individual must be able to perform each duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Knowledge of the horse racing industry, specifically identifying race related incidents preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good computer skills necessary and video digitizing/editing preferred
• Knowledgeable with Adobe Premier, Windows Media Maker, Vimeo and basic CMS systems
• Ability to work independently and achieve goals in a timely fashion
• Capability to communicate effectively: in person and written

Physical Demands:

• The most important physical demands of this position are the ability to talk or hear when communication face-to-face or by telephone. The ability to use hands, handle feel and reach with hands and arms is also very important.
• No lifting or moving is required
• Close vision is required in order to use a computer.

Work Environment:

This position is performed in an office environment.

Schedule:

20-25 hours weekly at $10.00/hr

Schedule is flexible within Monday-Friday 8-5 work week