PROGRAM MANAGEMENT I - STATE STEWARD - DIVISION OF RACING

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PROGRAM MANAGEMENT I - STATE STEWARD - DIVISION OF RACING

Salary

$89,520.00 - $113,004.00 Annually

Location

Golden, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

TAA-03962-06.2024

Department

Department of Revenue

Division

Enforcement - Racing

Opening Date

06/26/2024

Closing Date

7/10/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Anita McEachern - HR Analyst at anita.mceachern@state.co.us

Primary Physical Work Address

1707 Cole Blvd. Suite 300, Golden, CO 80401. Position will also be required to work as needed at the Division's Arapahoe Park and off- track facility located at 26000 E. Quincy Ave. Aurora CO, 80016. This Hybrid position is primarily in office or at Arapahoe park but may have the option to work partially remote as determined by the needs of the Division.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.

The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video !

Description of Job

This position of Chief Steward (Program Management I) is located in the Division of Racing office at 1707 Cole Blvd. Suite 300, Golden, CO 80401. This position will also be required to work as needed at the Division's Arapahoe Park and off-track facility located at 26000 E. Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO, 80016. This Hybrid position is primarily in office or at Arapahoe park but may have the option to work partially remote as determined by the needs of the Division.

This position monitors all activities related to running of a horse race, including proper entry of horses in the races, judging the race itself, inquiries and objections and determining the correct order of finish. Conducts hearings and writes orders for regulatory violations, jockey violations, medication violations and other violations of laws and rules for all licensees. Approves horse ownerships, transfers, and claims. Work as the Chief State Steward and in conjunction with other Stewards, (HISA) Horse Racing Integrity and Safety Authority, and (HIWU) Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit as is subject to the HISA established rules.

Monitors, judges, and reviews all races

• Observes live races to determine facts, responds to concerning questions, complaints, protests, inquiries, and objections.

• Reviews video replay of live horse races with jockeys, horsemen and the public

• Monitors jockey’s during live races for violations incurred during the race.

• Observes the start of each live race for gate malfunctions or any other interference.

Serves as a member of the Board of Stewards for hearings, orders, and licensing

• Serves as a member of the Board of Stewards for medication violation hearings and other rule violations.

• Maintain, administer, and grade trainer and assistant trainer exams. Distribute and approve or decline first time exercise rider and pony person forms.

• Signs orders for investigations, citations, and search authorizations.

• Works with fellow Stewards and division staff to schedule administrative hearings and other administrative and/or criminal proceedings when necessary.

• Gather, understand, explain and interpret all necessary paperwork and forms required by HISA, HIWU and Colorado regulations for licensees.

Liaison

• Work as a liaison for HISA, which may include applying for and assisting on the Internal Adjudication Panel during the Colorado racing off-season.

Proofs programs for eligibility of horses and orders scratches when necessary

• Reviews daily racing program for eligibility, weights, medication, equipment, claiming rules, ownership, workouts, first-time starters, sex, etc.

• Request biological sample collection and testing for live racing and out of competition testing

Projects to update policies, procedures, or other action items specific to the Chief Steward position.

• The Steward provides ongoing analysis, technical expertise, development, and decision-making relative to processes critical to the operations, programs, and policies of the Division of Racing Events. The Steward researches, analyzes, reports on, and makes recommendations regarding Division-wide impact and implementation of legislation and rules both in Colorado and federally.

• Review, analyze and make recommendations related to amendments of rules and regulations of the Colorado Racing Division and HISA.

• Draft and make edits to protocols and recommended rule changes as needed.

• This position must be accredited through the (ROAP) Racing Officials Accreditation Program

• Aids in the training temporary staff as well as others in the performance of their duties.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirements:

This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete.

If appointed to a position, applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado at their own expense. The timeframe for relocation is based on DOR needs and is typically between 30 and 60 days after an offer has been accepted.

For information about living in Colorado visit the Choose Colorado Website:

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Class Code & Classification Description:

H1A2XX -PROGRAM MANAGEMENT I (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eQjFoWE10NVJSX1U/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-VJYWFDAOXlezd5Kua_eqQA)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Must meet one of the following or any combination of experience/education to meet the qualifications:

OPTION 1:

• 8 years of experience in the horse racing industry, with at least three of those years as an accredited steward.

  OR

  OPTION 2:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in from an accredited institution in Political Science and Government, Law, Psychology, Sociology, Business Administration, Equine, Agriculture or a closely related field as determined by the department.

  AND

• Four years of professional experience in the horse racing industry, with at least three of those years as an accredited steward.

  OR

  OPTION 3:

• Additional appropriate education in Political Science and Government, Law, Psychology, Sociology, Business Administration, Equine, Agriculture or a closely related field as determined by the department will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

  NOTE:If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

  Necessary Special Requirements:

• Must currently be an accredited Steward Racing Official through the Racing Official Accreditation Program (ROAP).

Applicants must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, and holidays.

• Must be able to perform required physical duties.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  The preferred candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Experience in state racing regulation

• Extensive experience as a lead worker

• Proven experience in providing high-quality customer service

• Ability to plan and organize

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills

• Decision-making ability to make numerous immediate, sound decisions on a routine basis and under extreme stress, often without assistance of another. Includes ability to properly interpret and act on verbal orders and written policies with little or no supervision.

• Ability to evaluate and analyze information in order to apply knowledge and to decide on the most appropriate course of action.

• Ability to complete reports to describe in a clear, accurate, concise manner, all relevant case activity and developments.

  Conditions of Employment with the CDOR :

  Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.

  As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations .

  Minimum Qualification Screening

  A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.

• Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

• Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter (Optional if Manager is requesting them)

• List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.

• Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.

• The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

  Email Address:

  All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

  If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

  APPEAL RIGHTS

  An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

  For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Jacqueline Brown-Tremble at jacqueline.brown-tremble@state.co.us

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

If not applying online, submit application to:

If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (https://careers.colorado.gov/sites/careers/files/documents/Colorado-Paper-Application-202011-enabled.pdf) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to DOR_talentacquisition@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.

Methods of Appointment:

Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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CDOR - Did you hear about this job from a DOR employee or job fair/event? If yes, please indicate the name of the employee or event that you attended.

02

CDOR- If you are a current classified employee of another agency or department within the State of Colorado, please indicate your current classification. If not, please simply respond with "NA"

03

CDOR - Are you aware of anyone with whom you have a personal relationship (including, but not limited to, any family members or those you or a family member have an intimate relationship with) currently employed with DOR? If yes, please provide the name of the employee and the Division they work in. Per DOR Policy OHR-006, family includes spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, or cousin, including those related by marriage, civil union, common law, blood, adoption or foster care.

04

I have a ROAP accreditation as a Steward racing official.

• Yes

• No

  05

  I understand that - Due to the nature of this position, during the months of live racing season, the professional in this position will be required work nights, weekends and holidays.

• Yes

• No

  06

  I understand that this position works in the office at 1707 Cole Blvd Lakewood, CO 80401 as well as at the Division's Arapahoe Park and off-track facility located at 26000 E. Quincy Ave. Aurora CO, 80016.

• Yes

• No

  07

  I understand I will be required to relocate to Colorado. The timeframe for relocation is based on DOR needs and is typically between 30 and 60 days after an offer has been accepted.

• Yes

• No

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