Veterinarian Assistant

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Job Description - Veterinarian Assistant (Seasonal) (260000KD) Job Description Veterinarian Assistant (Seasonal) - ( 260000KD ) Description The Racing Division of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission is seeking to hire seasonal Veterinary Assistants. Reporting to the Test Barn Coordinator, this position provides seasonal services at licensed racetrack facilities within the Commonwealth and related duties as assigned. The anticipated dates of service are April through November. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: AssistingtheMGC veterinaryand administrativestaff at the Commonwealth’s licensed racetrack facilities (PlainridgePark). Maintainingthe test barn areaina clean and professional manner Collectingurine for post-race testing of racehorses, and following appropriate chain of custody procedures. Key attributes of the successful candidate(s): Ability tostand for long periods of time Ability to work in outdoor conditions Ability towork well in a team environment Excellent interpersonal and observational skills Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material Contribute actively to a work environment that embraces diversity Build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, integrity, cooperation, and mutual regard Earn the trust, respect, and confidence of co-workers andcustomer, through honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism Accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and for meeting expectations Knowledge and skills required: Previous experience working with horses Knowledge and skills preferred: Previous experience in theMGC Racing Division orracetrack industry Typical schedule is five hours per day, 1-4 days per week. The successful candidate must pass an extensive background check conducted by the Massachusetts State Police. It includes a full credit check, CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), fingerprinting, drug test, reference checks, review of IRS Income Tax Transcripts for the last four years, and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Massachusetts Dept of Revenue (DOR). The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is responsible for the implementation of the expanded gaming law (Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2011) and regulatory oversight of G.L. chapter 23K (casino gaming), chapter 23N (sports wagering), and chapter 128A (horse racing). Under these laws, the Commission is tasked with establishing a regulatory framework for the solicitation, licensing, taxation, and oversight of a maximum of three casino licenses and one slots parlor only license, the provision of in-person and digital sports wagering, and the live and simulcasting of horse racing in Massachusetts. It is the policy of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law. Primary Location United States-Massachusetts-Plainville - 301 Washington St Job Unclassified Agency Massachusetts Gaming Commission Schedule Day Job Posting Aug 5, 2026, 4:11:09 PM Number of Openings 4 Salary 23.70 - 23.70 Hourly If you have Diversity, Affiirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Kathleen Buckley - View phone number on click.appcast.io Bargaining Unit : 000-Unclassified Confidential : No Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Massachusetts