APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP 1: APPLICATION SUBMISSION: Download the State Application Form and email it to Jobs@txrc.texas.gov, or you may apply through the State of Texas Work in Texas website.

Applicants are encouraged to send a resume along with the application form, however, a resume may not be substituted for the application form.

STEP 2: QUALIFICATION REVIEW: Once we receive your application, we will make a qualifications determination based on the information you provided.

STEP 3: BACKGROUND SCREENING: You may be asked for additional information before or during the interview, including a Background Disclosure Form and Authorization for Release (Employment Suitability) Form

COMMISSIONED PEACE OFFICER APPLICANTS:

Review the Letter from our Chief Law Enforcement Officer on the additional requirements adopted to comply with TCOLE standards as of May 15, 2025.

  • Human Resources Specialist - Training & Development

    Position Location: Austin

    Class Code: 1737

    Salary Group: B24

    Salary Range: $65,104-$106,634

    Performs highly complex (senior-level) human resources management work. Work involves administering a human resources management program (recruitment and selection, compensation, classification, employee relations, leave and benefits, workers' compensation, or organizational development). Work involves establishing program goals and objectives; developing program guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving program goals. Duties involve establishing the strategic goals and objectives for projects; developing guidelines, procedures, and coordinating and evaluating program activities. Responsible for planning, developing, coordinating and implementing major agency program(s) and providing consultative services and technical assistance to program staff and/or government agencies. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

  • Deputy General Counsel II

    Position Location: Austin

    Class Code: 3522

    Salary Group: B28

    Salary Range: $95,000-$120,000

    The Texas Racing Commission is a specialized law enforcement agency responsible for regulating pari-mutuel horse racing in the State of Texas.  Duties involve interpreting laws, regulations, and rules, preparing legal documents, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Work involves directing and planning the agency's legal activities; consulting with attorneys; preparing cases for hearings or trial; coordinating the drafting and negotiation of contracts; drafting and monitoring legislation related to the agency's strategic plan and legislative appropriations request; and support the agency's compliance matters related to the Sunset Advisory Commission.  Work is performed under limited direction, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

  • Hearings Officer - Steward

    Position Location: Various

    Class Code: 3531

    Salary Group: B20

    Salary Range: $51,158-$81,351

    Performs complex (journey-level) legal and technical work as a Steward/Judge under the Texas Racing Act and the Texas Racing Commission Rules of Racing for horse racing events at race parks throughout Texas. Work involves conducting hearings and preparing hearings decisions. Provides supervisory oversight for a racing operations team at a race park. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Travel is required.

    Interpret and enforce the Texas Racing Act and Commission rules and determine all questions, disputes, complaints, or objections relating to racing matters in accordance with applicable laws.

    Review applications for occupational licenses submitted at a racetrack and make decisions regarding the issuance of certain licenses.

    Oversee the conduct of live races and decide the official order of finish, including determining whether a horse should be disqualified.

    Prepare reports of all actions taken and observations made during each day's race program.

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    Veterinarian (Contract Position)

    Part-Time Opportunity to perform on- site contract work for the Texas Racing Commission veterinary team.

    Application Website;

    Electronic State Business Daily

    Assignments of duties and numbers of needed Veterinarians will depend on the type of meet (Thoroughbred versus Quarter horse or Mixed Meet) combined with the number of horses anticipated on site for morning exercises or daily haul in horses in need of examination at Receiving Barn.

    Assignments will likely follow the posted 2025 race calendar approved by the TXRC Executive Director but may include exercise works and lameness evaluations before and after race meets. These duties and functions are specified in the Texas Racing Act and Texas Racing Commission Rules as they relate to matters of racing with pari-mutuel wagering.

  • Veterinary Technician (Contract)

    Contractor will perform the services of a TXRC Veterinary Technician based at any racetrack assigned by the Chief Veterinarian.

    Application Website:

    Electronic State Business Daily

    Assignments of duties and numbers of needed Veterinary Technicians will depend on the type of meet (Thoroughbred versus Quarter horse or Mixed Meet) combined with the number of horses anticipated on site for morning exercises or daily haul in horses in need of examination at Receiving Barn. Assignments will likely follow the posted 2024-2025 race calendar approved by the TXRC Executive Director but may include exercise works and lameness evaluations before and after race meets.

    These duties and functions are specified in the Texas Racing Act and Texas Racing Commission Rules as they relate to matters of racing with pari-mutuel wagering. Contractor should be licensed, but not limited, to perform duties as requested by Chief Veterinarian