CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED Horse Identifier (Summer 2026) in New Kent, VA

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Title: Horse Identifier (Summer 2026)
Requisition ID#: 3889
Location:

New Kent, VA, US, 23124

Property: Colonial Downs & Rosie’s – New Kent
Pay Range:

Colonial Downs Group (CDG) is owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and consists of several different brands across Virginia: Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, Rosie’s Game Room, and Virginia Horseplay. CDG is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving, and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

JOB SUMMARY

The Horse Identifier is responsible for verifying the identification of all horses in the facilities. This is a seasonal position for the Summer race meet at Colonial Downs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Works in conjunction and under the direction of race judges.
  • Oversees the clocking of horses during morning workouts.
  • Verifies the identification of all horses coming into the paddock area.
  • Reports discrepancies in tattoos, color, or markings of the horses to race judges.
  • Maintains compliance with state racing commission regulations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

#colonialdownsracetrack

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and thorough with strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of the rules and regulations associated with horse racing.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must obtain valid gaming license, where applicable.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
  • The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, push, pull, lift, reach, twist, and bend while enduring prolonged periods of standing and walking.
  • The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.
  • The employee may be required to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
  • The work environment may vary in levels of crowds, noise, and smoke.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
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Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.
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The Horse Identifier is responsible for verifying the identification of all horses in the facilities. This is a seasonal position for the Summer race meet at Colonial Downs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Works in conjunction and under the direction of race judges. Oversees the clocking of horses during morning workouts. Verifies the identification of all horses coming into the paddock area. Reports discrepancies in tattoos, color, or markings of the horses to race judges. Maintains compliance with state racing commission regulations. Performs other related duties as assigned. #colonialdownsracetrack. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Detail-oriented and thorough with strong organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of the rules and regulations associated with horse racing. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent. Must obtain valid gaming license, where applicable.
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