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State Steward

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$340.00 Daily
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Erie
8199 Perry Highway (Show on map)
Feb 13, 2026

THE POSITION

Do you have experience working in the exciting world of horse racing? The Presque Isle Downs Racetrack in Erie is seeking a State Steward to supervise the running of races. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the racing industry and dedicated to promoting honesty and transparency in all aspects of the sport. If you have a strong commitment to the sport, an understanding of racing operations, and the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism, we invite you to apply and become part of our dynamic team!


DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will oversee the running of the races along with two other Stewards and make decisions on all inquiries and objections on any occurrence happening during the running of the races and determine if there were any rule violations. The State Steward acts on the validity of claims of horses filed during the racing program and files a report with the Commission on the racing programs. Interested to learn more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • This is a Per Diem position.
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Requirements:
  • You must possess ROAP (Racing Officials Accreditation Program) Steward Accreditation.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Post Employment Requirement:
  • A Commission Employee License is required for this position or will be obtained once hired.
How to Apply:
  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:
  • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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