Presiding Steward - Wyoming; Wyoming Downs

PRESIDING STEWARD - WYOMING (WYOMING DOWNS)

Accepting Applications:
February 20, 2026 – Until Filled

The Wyoming Gaming Commission
951 Werner Court, Suite 335
Casper, WY 82601

POSITION TITLE:

Presiding Steward (1) (Seasonal)

LOCATION:

Wyoming Downs Live Meet – Evanston, WY (20 days)

RACE DATES:
July 2 – August 9, 2026 (20 days of racing)

Race Days:
July 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26 & 31
August 1, 2, 7, 8 & 9

• Current ROAP Steward Accreditation, Level 1 and in good standing.
• Knowledge of the racing industry as it pertains to regulations and enforcement, including racing rules and regulations, integrity of the sport and race day operations.
• Ten or more years of prior experience in the racing industry as a Steward, Racing Official or Racing Regulator.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and varying shifts.

• Leadership.
• Self‑motivated, quick learner.
• Navigate multiple priorities proficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word & Excel, Gmail, Google Worksheets & Google Calendar.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with persons of diverse backgrounds.

• Preside Over Live Racing.
• Serve as a senior member of the Board of Stewards to review alleged violations.
• Prepare violation and hearing notices.
• Draft/issue rulings after hearing testimony and may levy fines/suspensions and/or make recommendations to the Wyoming Gaming Commission for further action.
• Observe the running of live races/replays on videotape and determine if all starting gates opened simultaneously, if there was no interference of a horse and jockeys/horses put forth their best effort; may disqualify a horse and change the order of finish if a foul was committed; declare the race official.
• Implement and interpret statutes, administrative rules and operating procedures regarding horse racing in the State of Wyoming; participate in racing task force on collaboration of new rules.
• Review occupational license background information, request additional information as needed and make licensing determinations.
• Write daily/weekly steward reports for the Commission.
• Investigate potential rule violations, safety concerns or other matters and prepare written reports if requested.
• Work closely with the Wyoming Gaming Commission Safety Officer to enforce the rules and protect the safety of all participants, both human and equine.

• 20‑20 vision (corrected).
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.

• Ten or more years of prior experience in the racing industry.
• ROAP Certified.