Seasonal Program Coordinator

Job Summary: 

The Program Coordinator shall be responsible for publishing the overnight and racing program, as well as accurate record keeping of horse ownership and racing silks. Responsible for supporting the Company’s mission, vision, and values by providing an unparalleled experience of fun and entertainment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead by example.


• Responsible for maintaining a high degree of hospitality, as well as a positive and professional demeanor at all times. 


• Creates high levels of morale, fosters teamwork, inspires collaboration, and provides suggestions for growth to management.


• Responsible for creating, proofing and publishing of daily overnight and racing program


• Ensure that information contained in the daily racing program is accurate

Required Qualifications: 

• At least One (1) year of experience as a Program Coordinator or similar


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment


• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers and horsepeople.


• Ability to maintain a calm, composed presence in an often challenging environment where multiple tasks and events may occur simultaneously.


• The highest of moral integrity and a strong work ethic.


• Must be able to pass Canterbury Park’s pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check and verification of work history.


• Must be able to attain a Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) license.


• Must be registered with the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) as a Covered Person.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Accredited through ROAP

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

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.

• Maintain a flexible working schedule, which may include late nights and weekends during the live race season May – September.


• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit throughout the assigned shift.


• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.


• Requires frequent wrist and hand use.