Veterinary Assistant

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF GAMING

Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) is the state agency charged with regulating tribal gaming, event wagering & fantasy sports contests, racing and pari-mutuel/simulcast wagering and unarmed combat sports. ADG also provides and supports prevention, education, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling.

Veterinary Assistant

Job Location

Arizona Department of Gaming

100 North 15th Avenue

Suite 202

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Turf Paradise - Horse Track

1501 West Bell Road

Phoenix, Arizona 85023

Posting Details

Salary: Up to $22/hourly (DOE)

Grade: 18

Open until business needs are met

Job Summary

• Seasonal/Variable Position - This position must work less than 1000 hours in a calendar year.*
  
  

Directly responsible for enforcement of Arizona Racing Commission rules and regulations in Arizona revised statutes 5 - 100 - G to ensure that the race animal brought to the paddock to race is identified as a proper animal scheduled to race, to ensure that the "ringer" or incorrect animal does not race. Efficient control and processing of records, reports, and related documents attend hearing civil courts and meetings, presentations and security of evidence for adjudicatory proceedings. Security and organization of public records related to duties; acting supervisor capacity over other livestock officers in the area and act as Department veterinarian in its absence.

Job Duties

• Verify identification of horse racing animals by citing registration certificates, tattoos, markings, dimples, cowlicks, and other characteristics. Mark all identification of horses appearing on racing program for the day to properly identify when brought to paddock area just immediately prior to racing.
• Prepare statistical reports, charge, or correspondence in connection with positive and definite identification and verification of horse-racing animals. Maintain central record-keeping system for identification of racing horses. Identify those equine that need Lasix on any given day and list for each available vet.
• Assist veterinarian investigations and inspections of paddock area stall, stables, etc., for sanitary conditions and report results. Assist track veterinarian in monitoring procedures of tattooing horses at each track by tattooing technicians to ensure each horse tattooed is required by Arizona Racing Commission rules and regulations. Keep track veterinarian informed or make recommendations concerning any change and identification procedures of horse racing animals.
• Directly responsible for enforcement of Arizona Racing Commission rules and regulations in the paddock area. Tag all equine upon stewards' or veterinarians' request needing to go to the test barn area. May be tasked to assist the stewards or veterinarians in the collecting of samples in the test barn area.
• Assist owners, trainers, and breeders in preparing or processing registration certificate or corrections.
• Maintain general alertness for procedures and paddock area that would limit the Department's ability to supervise and regulate operations to protect the state from illegal racing operations. Timely verification and identification of all horses and animals to promote public confidence in violation-free racing.
• Maintain liaison with the national associations Thoroughbred protective Bureau, American Quarter Horse Association, tattooing technicians, etc. on identification manners.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge

• Arizona Racing Commission rules and regulations and the applicable Arizona Revised Statutes governing horse racing
• Veterinarian's duties
• Horse track operations
• Racing animal anatomy
• How to identify horse racing animals by the use of national association registration documents
• Investigative techniques, procedures, and ability to prepare accurate records
• How to handle and control excitable horse racing animals
• Different breeds and racing equipment used in horse racing
• Horsemanship
  
  

Skills

• Identifying horses by registration certificates, markings, tattoo, calyx, dimples and other characteristics
• Proper handling of horse-racing animals
• Interpretation of track procedures
• Continuity of evidence
• Observation and detecting violations of rules and regulations in paddock area
• Presenting a pleasant impression at all times in performing duties and conducting self in a courteous and temperate fashion
• Organizing priorities to accomplish multitude of activities
• Making efficient judgments
• Developing reports
  
  

Abilities

• Handle detailed work accurately and in a timely manner
• Adapt to changing assignments and priorities
• Respond to inquiries with tact, diplomacy, and appropriate timely information
• Work as a team player within several divisions
• Organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks on a daily basis
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with agency staff and the public
• Follow verbal and written instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately
• Work independently with minimal supervision
  
  

Selective Preference(s)

• Certified Veterinary Technician
• High School Diploma
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

Valid AZ Drivers License.

• The following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
  
  

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Gaming offers a comprehensive benefits package to include

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  
  

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at [email protected] for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.