Assistant Starter

As an Assistant Starter, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe start of every race. Working directly with the Starter, you will be responsible for the careful handling and loading of horses into the starting gates, prioritizing the safety of both the animals and their jockeys. This position requires a strong understanding of horse behavior, quick reflexes, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

• Aid the Starter in safely and efficiently loading and holding horses in and around the starting gates.
• Ensure the safety of both horses and jockeys at all times during the starting process.
• Work effectively as a part of the starting gate team. 

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 1 year of related experience (e.g., horse handling, equine industry).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an OHRC gaming and racing license.
• Strong aptitude for working with horses.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Quick reflexes and the ability to react calmly in high-pressure situations.
• Requires frequent standing and walking. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Involves considerable exposure to smoke, extreme temperatures, dirt, chemicals, dust, and fumes, typical of a racetrack environment. 

For more than two decades, Cherokee Casino has been Oklahoma’s premier destination for gaming, live entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The brand currently owns and operates nine properties across Northeastern Oklahoma. Each features its own unique offerings yet all share in Cherokee Casino's commitment to quality. 

Guests can enjoy slots and table games, multiple hotels, a delicious array of dining options, live entertainment from local and national acts, horse racing, golf, a KOA campground, meeting and event space, and monthly promotions. Cherokee Casino also offers players impressive perks and benefits through One Star Rewards. As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, Cherokee Casino remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home.