Presiding Steward - Wyoming

The Wyoming Gaming Commission
951 Werner Court, Suite 335
Casper, WY 82601
307-265-4015

POSITION TITLE: Presiding Steward (1)

TYPE OF POSITION: Seasonal (approximately 6 months)

LOCATION: State of Wyoming Live Race Meets (70 days)

RACE DATES: Energy Downs (Gillette)
May 7 – June 22, 2025, 18 days of racing

Wyoming Downs (Evanston)
June 24 – August 10, 2025, 18 days of racing

Sweetwater Downs (Rock Springs)
August 12 – September 28, 2025, 18 days of racing

Thunder Plains (Cheyenne)
September 24 – October 27, 2025, 16 days of racing

WGC WEBSITE: gaming.wyo.gov

The Wyoming Gaming Commission is accepting applications for employment for a Presiding (1) Steward. The Commission has preference for someone that has previous employment as a Level 1 Steward. The applicant shall be responsible to enforce the laws of the State of Wyoming and the rules promulgated by the Wyoming Gaming Commission.

Mandatory Requirements
• Current ROAP Steward Accreditation, Level 1 and in good standing.
• Knowledge of the racing industry as it pertains to regulations and enforcement. Including racing rules and regulations, integrity of the sport and race day operations.
• Ten or more years of prior experience in the racing industry as a Steward, Racing Official or Racing Regulator.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and varying shifts.

Desired Skills & Abilities
• Leadership.
• Self-Motivated, quick learner.
• Navigate multiple priorities proficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word & Excel, Gmail, Google Worksheets & Google Calendar.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with persons of diverse backgrounds.

Job Description
• Preside Over Live Racing.
• Serve as a senior member of the Board of Stewards to review alleged violations.
• Prepare violation and hearing notices.
• Draft/issue rulings after hearing testimony and may levy fines/suspensions and/or make recommendations to the Wyoming Gaming Commission for further action.
• Observe the running of live races/replays on video tape and determines if all starting gates opened simultaneously, there was no interference of a horse and jockeys/horses put forth their best effort; may disqualify a horse and change the order of finish if a foul was committed; declares the race is official.
• Implement and interpret statutes, administrative rules and operating procedures regarding horse racing in the State of Wyoming. Participate in racing task force on collaboration of new rules.
• Review occupational license background information, request additional information as needed and make licensing determinations.
• Write daily/weekly steward reports for Commission.
• Investigate potential rule violations, safety concerns or other matters and prepare written reports if requested to do so.
• Work closely with the Wyoming Gaming Commission Safety Officer to enforce the rules and protect the safety of all participants both human and equine.

Physical Expectations
• 20-20 vision (corrected)
• The ability to distinguish colors
• Be able to climb stairs
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.

Education
• Ten or more years of prior experience in the racing industry
• ROAP Certified

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Interested parties that meet or exceed the aforementioned qualifications should send their resumes and supporting documentation in the following manner:

Accepting Applications: January 21, 2025 – Until Filled