This is a project-based role for a motivated individual who will be responsible for assisting the Senior Director of Financial Systems Transformation in all project planning and administrative needs for (1) the data mapping and redesign of financial system structure in preparation of a new ERP implementation and (2) enhancements of financial software applications.

As a Security Officer you will be responsible for preserving order within and around the Saratoga Race Course grounds, maintaining safety and security on NYRA property, including Traffic, Parking, Pedestrian and Guest locations.  

Reporting to the VP of Communications, the Manager, Community Affairs will identify, support and further develop relationships amongst key stakeholders within the community, government and the industry.  The Manager would be responsible for maintaining a dialogue with those constituencies and identify issues that could affect how NYRA is perceived by those constituencies.  This individual will develop, manage and execute plans for NYRA-sponsored events throughout the year, and represent NYRA at external events hosted by key stakeholders and constituencies.

The Executive Assistant will provide high-level assistant support to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary.  Act as gatekeeper to General Counsel’s office, managing access by staff, visitors and callers to prevent inappropriate or unproductive meetings.  Keep General Counsel organized with meeting materials and immediate priorities; this may include inbox -management.  Compose responses to inquiries.  Expedite the completion of projects across the department.  Maintain departmental files. 

The Customer Service Representative (part-time) is primarily responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external calls by utilizing excellent, in-depth knowledge of company products and programs as well as team player within the department. In addition, the Customer Service Representative will assist with complaints, deposits, disputes, read-backs, collection and other queries.  

The Gap Attendant remains present at the entrance of the racetrack and records names of every horse and trainer reporting for a workout.  Records distance, the starting point and finishing points of the workout, and report this information to the appropriate Clocker.

The Programs/Publications  Coordinator  assists with  the activities of Publication staff accountable for selling publications to NYRA guests during live racing and simulcast at Aqueduct, Belmont and or Saratoga Racetrack.

Working with NYRA internal stakeholders, the Associate General Counsel will collaborate with business partners to understand business unit responsibilities and translate them into insights and actions to protect and maintain NYRA’s intellectual property, regulatory authorizations and legal rights. The responsibilities of the Associate General Counsel will include drafting and negotiating inbound and outbound licensing agreements, wagering agreements, broadcasting agreements, content rights acquisition and advising on marketing and consumer promotional campaigns and intellectual property issues.

The Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for supporting marketing, advertising and promotional activities while enhancing and growing the NYRA Bets brand and KPIs.  Additionally the Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for providing marketing support for NYRA Bets “Business to Business” efforts.

NYRA Backstretch Peace Officers provide security for both Aqueduct  Racetrack and Belmont Park and must be prepared to work at either location. All Full-Time NYRA Security positions offer union benefits and offer a starting pay rate of $22.00 per hour.

The Safety Steward  assists the Stewards in the day-to-day operations at NYRA race tracks; monitor the treatment offered by private veterinarians to horses racing at all NYRA tracks; supervise and educate security personnel (Horse Watch Detail) and provide support with all racing related investigations.    In reporting to NYRA’s SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, the Safety Steward consults and advises stakeholders on matters relating to racing integrity and in areas of safety and health of jockeys, horsemen, and the equine athlete and how NYRA may improve industry standards at all of the NYRA racing facilities.  

 The Track Supervisor directs and controls the activities of employees who are responsible for operating equipment to groom and prepare the dirt racetrack for racing, which involves operating graders, pay loaders, water trucks, and other equipment; Operates graders to ensure the proper and precise track grading; Ensures the proper maintenance and availability of all racetrack equipment; Maintains an inventory of supplies of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure that sufficient supplies are available to meet anticipated workload.

NYRA is seeking temporary Valets to assist in saddling horses on race days.  Temporary Valets should be available on an on-call basis to work at Aqueduct Racetrack.

The New York Racing Association, Inc. is seeking individuals with general labor, maintenance, and landscaping experience for temporary maintenance positions located at  either Belmont Park (Elmont, NY) or Aqueduct Racetrack (Ozone Park, NY).   The positions run from May 1st through November 1st with a pay rate of $15.00 per hour. Work shifts are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.    

The New York Racing Association, Inc. is seeking individuals with general labor, maintenance, and landscaping experience for maintenance positions located at  either Belmont Park (Elmont, NY) or Aqueduct Racetrack (Ozone Park, NY).   These positions are union eligible after 90 days and the pay rate is $15.00 per hour. Work shifts are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.