Program Project Specialist 2

DEPARTMENT OF GAMING The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) regulates tribal gaming, event wagering, fantasy sports, horse racing and pari-mutuel/simulcast wagering, and unarmed combat sports; investigates illegal off-reservation activities; and provides and supports prevention, education, and treatment programs for people and families affected by problem gambling through its Division of Problem Gambling (DPG). Program Project Specialist 2

Job Location:

Arizona Department of Gaming
100 North 15th Avenue
Suite 202
Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Posting Details:
Salary: $43,000 – $51,500 Grade: 19 Closing Date:
August 28, 2026

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Gaming is seeking a Racing Program Project Specialist 2 this position will be responsible for enforcement of Arizona Revised Statutes and Arizona Racing Commission rules and regulations. The Racing Program Project Specialist 2 plays a central role in managing licensing applications, biometric processing, regulatory documentation, and data entry in accordance with Arizona Racing Commission rules and applicable statutes.

This position ensures the accuracy, confidentiality, and timely processing of data related to licensees, fingerprinting, administration, and racing eligibility. The role requires proficiency in data systems, strong attention to detail, and a high level of organization and professionalism in communicating with licensees, stakeholders, and agency personnel. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust.

Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Responsible for enforcement of Arizona Revised Statutes 5-105 (A) and Arizona Racing Commission rules and regulations.
• Follows best practices for intake and processing horse racing's licensure, fingerprints and inputting license data into Racing Database.
• Ensure all license applicants have complete documentation prior to approving a license.
• Assists Stewards and Investigators with background checks and in the field.
• Assist owners, trainers, and breeders in preparing or processing registration certificate, portal fees, fines or corrections.
• Input license fees, generate and balance all fees at the end of each day and deposit all checks. Assist Accounting when balancing deposits and inform them of all fees paid for licenses and fines in a timely manner.
• Assist the Racing, Gaming and Facilities Department with licensing, fingerprinting, off site OTB and LEWO checks, computer data purging, adapt to and respond to urgent needs of the Department promptly, organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet operational deadlines, complete compliance checks and gather and assess information to make informed interpretations necessary for daily Departmental duties.

• Knowledge of:
• Licensing methods and data input.
• Lasix information and processes.
• Horse track operations and Racing animal anatomy.
• Racing animal anatomy.
• Current and emerging trends within the horse racing industry.
• Different breeds and racing equipment used in horse racing.
• Adobe Acrobat, G-Suite/Workspace, and Microsoft Office software.
• Skills in:
• Identifying horses by registration certificates markings, tattoo, calyx, dimples and other characteristics.
• Proper handling of horse-racing animals.
• Observation and detecting violations of rules and regulations in Paddock area.
• Organizing where priorities to accomplish multitude of activities. Working
• Effective communications (written and oral). Gathering facts, organizing, and comprehending information to make logical interpretations necessary to perform operational duties.
• Ability to:
• Work around and touch horses/livestock in enclosed/close quarters.
• Adapt to changing assignments and priorities. Respond to inquiries with tact, diplomacy, and appropriate timely information.
• Work as a team player within several divisions.
• Establish and…