Test Barn Coordinator (Seasonal)

Job Description

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to hire a seasonal Test Barn Coordinator. Under the direction of the Chief Commission Veterinarian, this position provides seasonal administrative services at licensed racetrack facilities within the Commonwealth, including personnel management, records management, and related duties as assigned. The anticipated dates of service are April through November.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Chief Commission Veterinarian at the Commonwealth's licensed racetrack facilities (Plainridge Park and Suffolk Downs). Specifically, this position is responsible for maintaining the test barn area in a clean and professional manner, maintaining relevant records, preparing blood and urine samples from racehorses for shipment to the testing laboratory and ensuring that chain of custody procedures are followed.
• Oversee the work of a core group of support staff in the field.

• Demonstrates a flexible leadership style by being fair-minded, forward-thinking, competent, and inspiring, and in so doing, meets the needs of a broad range of individuals and situations

• Communicates in a clear and consistent manner across all agency lines and with people outside the agency
• Contributes actively to a work environment that embraces diversity and brings together the strengths and perspectives of diverse groups
• Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, integrity, cooperation, and mutual regard
• Builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction
• Earns the trust, respect, and confidence of co-workers and customers, through honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism

• Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and for meeting expectations
• Seeks opportunities to resolve problems, achieve goals, or otherwise advance the Commission's mission

• Previous experience in the MGC racing division or in the racetrack industry is preferred

• Previous experience with personnel management
• Experience with relevant office software applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in outdoor conditions