State Steward- Illinois

State Steward

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois.  A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public.  Bilingual skills welcome

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In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Date:  Feb 22, 2022

Location:  

Collinsville, IL, US, 62234-1729

Job Requisition ID:  11830

Agency: Illinois Racing Board
Closing Date/Time: 03/08/2022
Salary: $350-$450 daily
Job Type: Hourly Intermittent
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU:  
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees
earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your
application. Please note that the Illinois Racing Board must verify proof of higher education for
any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the
position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

The Illinois Racing Board is looking to hire a new State Steward.

The position is the presiding judge/official for live race meets in Illinois and is key to maintaining the integrity of racing.  The Steward ensures the fairness of racing for the betting public and, in coordination with the State Veterinarians and other staff, oversees the general health of the horse population engaged in racing.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of the application of rules pertaining to violations concerning conduct and medication, applying the Horse Racing Act as it applies to the regulation of a pari-mutuel racing; and determining racing interference or lack thereof and taking appropriate corrective action when mandated by rules.

The mission of the Illinois Racing Board is to regulate horse racing through the enforcement of the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 its rules, and regulations and to ensure the honesty and integrity of Illinois racing and wagering.  This unique environment is ideal for those who are detailed oriented, highly organized, and flexible. 

We welcome interested applicants who can put an emphasis on accuracy, strong organizational skills, and enjoys working in a team environment. If you fit this description, apply today.

If you would like to be considered for the open Chief Steward position as well, please complete the application for Chief Steward in addition to your application for the State Steward position.  You cannot be considered for the Chief Steward position without a completed application for Chief Steward.

Job Responsibilities

The State Steward serves as the second State racing judge/official for live race meets in Illinois and is key to maintaining the integrity of racing.  The State Steward ensures the fairness of racing for the betting public and, in coordination with the State Veterinarians and other staff, oversees the general health of the horse population engaged in racing.

• Monitor and evaluate all live races for compliance with racing rules and regulations.  This includes communicating the start and results of every race; reviewing races for potential violations; and scrutinizing betting pools for any possible irregularities.
• Adjudicate potential violations and report the activities of races.  This includes conducting inquiries and determining necessary penalties under the illinois Horse Racing Act; generating race day reports of the conduct of the race program and end of meet reports summarizing key factors of the race meet.
• Coordinate with other race officials prior to the start of the daily race program and adjust as necessary to ensure the safety of participants and appropriate personnel are in place.
• Work with Board management and State Veterinarians to ensure procedures to protect equine health and compliance with rules regarding equine health and safety, including medication and drug administration.  This may include coordination with the Illinois Department of Agriculture in cases of infectious disease outbreak, mandating health conditions necessary for horses to race, and selecting horse participants for post-race testing based on outcomes of races.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the horse racing industry.
• Minimum 3 years of increasing experience as a racing official.
• Minimum 2 years' experience using spreadsheets and document creation software to create reports and simple spreadsheets for reporting, logging and tracking information.

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience using Incompass.
• Minimum 1 year or active participation in administrative hearings.

Physical Requirements

Employment Conditions

• Ability to travel to any track or facility under jurisdiction of the Illinois Racing Board.
• Must not have been a licensee of the Illinois Racing Board in the past 12 months.
• Must not have had an interest in a licensee of the Illinois Racing Board in the past 12 months.
• No household member has been a licensee of the Illinois Racing Board in the past 12 months.
• No household member has held an interest in (including employment with) a licensee of the Illinois Racing Board in the past 12 months.

Education Degree

ROAP level 3 accreditation or minimum 5 years increasing responsibility as a racing official.

Education Major

Horseracing or equine emphasis preferred.

Work Hours:  Live Race Days

Work Location: 9301 Collinsville Rd Collinsville, IL 62234-1729

Agency Contact:

Jan Doe

Email: jackie.clisham@illinois.gov

Job Function:  Administration/Management

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this
position.  As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during 
State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, 
prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive 
Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Mission Statement:
The Illinois Racing Board (IRB) was created in 1933 and its legal mandate is defined in the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. The jurisdiction, supervision, powers, and duties of the Illinois Racing Board shall extend under the Act to every person who holds or conducts any race meeting within the State of Illinois where horse racing is permitted for any stake, purse or reward. The mission of the Illinois Racing Board is to regulate horse racing through the enforcement of the Act and its rules and regulations and to ensure the honesty and integrity of Illinois racing and wagering.

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