Address:
84 State Street,
7th Floor Boston, MA
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is responsible for the implementation of the expanded gaming law (Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2011). Under the law, the Commission is tasked with establishing a regulatory framework for the solicitation, licensing, taxation, and oversight of a maximum of three casino licenses and one slots parlor license in Massachusetts.
The Racing Division of the Gaming Commission is seeking to hire seasonal Veterinary Assistants. Reporting to the Test Barn Coordinator, this position provides seasonal services at licensed racetrack facilities within the Commonwealth and related duties as assigned. The anticipated dates of service are mid-April through late November 2014.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assist MGC veterinary and administrative staff at the Commonwealth’s licensed racetrack facilities (Suffolk Downs and Plainridge Park). Specifically, this position is responsible for maintaining the test barn area in a clean and professional manner, collection of urine for post-race testing of racehorses, and following appropriate chain of custody procedures.
Key attributes of the successful candidate(s):
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and observational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material
• Contribute actively to a work environment that embraces diversity
• Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, integrity, cooperation, and mutual regard
• Earn the trust, respect, and confidence of co-workers and customers, in good times and bad, through honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism
• Accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and for meeting expectations
Knowledge and skills required:
• Previous experience working with horses
• Based on assignment, travel may be required. Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.
Knowledge and skills preferred:
• Previous experience in the racetrack industry
Salary: $100/per diem
If you would like more information about this opportunity,
please contact career@mountida.edu
