APPLICATION PROCESS

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

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.

  • Risk & Compliance Specialist

    Position Location: Varies (Austin, San Antonio, Grand Prairie, Houston) On Site Location Determined on Hire

    Class Code: 1984

    Salary Group: B22

    Salary Range: $57,614-$93,138

    The Risk & Compliance Specialist for the Texas Racing Commission performs highly complex (senior-level) risk management work.

    Work involves overseeing the development and evaluation of agency risk management of a complex pari-mutuel wagering program and directing risk management reviews of facilities and practices.

    Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

  • Information Technology Support Specialist

    Position Location: Onsite, Austin, Texas

    Class Code: 1834

    Salary Group: B24

    Salary Range: $65,104-$90,000

    Performs highly advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) computer systems support work in a help desk setting.

    Employees at this level may be considered technical experts in this field. Executes computer systems support work in a help desk setting involving providing first-line assistance for operational problems of agency information technology systems and automated office equipment in a stand-alone, network, or mainframe environment.

  • Test Barn Supervisor

    Position Location Determined Upon Hire (On Site Positions Available in San Antonio, Houston, Grand Prairie)

    Class Code: 4148

    Salary Group: A17

    Salary Range: $42,976-64,469

    - Assists with veterinary support coordination and administrative support to carry out the agency veterinary care and drug testing program.
    - Assists with record keeping, chain of custody and updates to veterinary records for horses participating in training and live racing events.
    - Inspects laboratory samples and documentation.  Stores and ships laboratory samples in compliance with chain of custody rules.
    - Assists in the maintenance and inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.
    - Prepares reports, forms and documents.  Maintains record keeping and filing systems.

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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.

  • Drug Testing Program Manager

    Position Location: (Position Location Determined on Hire)

    Class Code: 2476

    Salary Group: B25

    Salary Range: $69,572-$114,099

    Performs highly advanced (senior-level) chemical analysis work conducting chemical analyses and physical testing of materials, chemicals, physiological specimens, and other products; conducting research; and preparing technical reports. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

    Oversee all Chain of Custody aspects of the TXRC Drug Testing program and provide expert testimony during administrative and criminal hearings regarding the collection, preservation, sampling process, and laboratory analysis of detected substances.

    Determine recommended additions to chemical screening reference libraries and testing thresholds.

  • Government Relations

    Position Location: Onsite, Austin, Texas

    Class Code: 1892

    Salary Group: B25

    Salary Range: $69,572-$114,099

    The Government Relations Officer is responsible to and selected by the Executive Director and performs advanced legislative duties for the Texas Racing Commission.  The Government Relations Officer is responsible for the coordination, evaluation and preparation of legislative matters for the agency.

    Work involves providing consultative services with respect to the agency's legislative matters, including cost estimates, bill tracking and analysis; assisting in the preparation and interpretation of agency policy statements and actions for legislative representatives; acting as a liaison for federal, state and local governmental agencies and effectively preparing and disseminating information concerning agency functions to interested parties.

  • 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

  • Hearing Officer III

    Position Location (On Site - Varies: San Antonio, Grand Prairie, Houston)

    Class Code: 3532

    Salary Group: B21

    Salary Range: $51,278-$82,901

    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.

  • Criminal Intelligence Analyst III

    Criminal Intelligence Analyst

    Classification Code: 6174

    Salary Group: B25

    Salary Range: $69,572-$114,099

    Location: Austin (This position requires up to 50% travel)

    Performs criminal intelligence research and analysis work involving complex data analysis, report writing, and identification of patterns of criminal activity.

    This position is part of the Occupational Licensing and Enforcement teams and will perform highly advanced (senior-level) criminal intelligence research related to applications for occupational licenses to engage in activities that involve pari-mutuel horse racing. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

  • Program Specialist (Licensing)

    Position Location: Onsite, Houston, Texas

    Class Code: 1575

    Salary Group: B23

    Salary Range: $61,184-$99,658

     The Texas Racing Commission Occupational Licensing Program Specialist will perform highly advanced (senior-level) which will involve team leader responsibilities in the transformation of the current licensing program and involves work in support of or at times, physical presence in one of four field offices.

    Program work involves administering, monitoring, and evaluating the development and operation of an occupational licensing program including pre-determination of applicant criminal background history, determinations of application denials as well as preparation of files for appellate hearings. 

    Customer service and engagement in face-to-face as well as online licensing environment and involves tracking revenue as well budget projections to invest in licensing modernization initiatives. 

  • Financial Analyst IV

    Position Location: Onsite, Austin, Texas

    Class Code: 1085

    Salary Group: B26

    Salary Range: $76,530-$100,000

    Performs highly advanced (senior-level) financial analysis and regulatory work. Work involves administering financial processes and systems; reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending and approving appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems. May supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

  • Budget Analyst III

    Position Location: Onsite, Austin, Texas

    Class Code: 1159

    Salary Group: B26

    Salary Range: $76,530-$100,000

    Performs highly advanced (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work. Work involves overseeing the planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating of budgetary activities and performance measures. May supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.