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.
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Deputy General Counsel I-II
Position Location: Austin, TX
Salary Range: $82,000-$110,000
The Texas Racing Commission is 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 general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
Work in Texas - Job Order Number: 17031364
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Information Technology Support Specialist III
Position Location: Austin, TX
Class Code: 0230
Salary Group: B18
Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000
Performs highly complex (senior-level) computer systems support work in a help desk setting. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may: coordinate and/or update computer and mainframe applications; Coordinate site planning and preparation regarding changes to computer or data communications configurations and ensure that requirements are met; Assign logons and rights, print queues, and directory structures, reset passwords, create departmental groups, and run security software; Maintain inventory of information technology assets; Prepare reports on systems efficiency and utilization.
Work in Texas Job Order Number: 17026160
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Veterinarian (Contract)
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.
HOURLY RATE: For all veterinary services provided, the hourly rate will be $125/hour.
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Veterinary Technicians (Contract)
Part-Time Opportunity to perform on- site contract work for the Texas Racing Commission veterinary team.
Application Website
Contractor shall perform the services of a TXRC Veterinary Technician based at any racetrack assigned by the Chief Veterinarian. 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 2025-2026 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.
HOURLY RATE: For all services provided, the hourly rate will be $35/hour for a single day and $50/hour for 2 or more days in a row. Direct Deposit is a requirement of the contract.
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Stewards in Training (Contract)
Part-Time Opportunity to perform on- site contract work for the Texas Racing Commission racing stewards’ team.
Application Website;
Electronic State Business Daily
This is a contract for Steward in Training services at Texas Racing Commission licensed horse racetracks. Contract Steward in Training services will be provided at Gillespie County Fair (GFC), Retama Race Park, Lone Star Park, and Sam Houston Race Park.
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 events at race parks throughout Texas. Work involves conducting hearings and preparing hearing decisions. Provides supervisory oversight for a racing operations team at a race park. Works under limited supervision in a team setting, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Travel is required.
HOURLY RATE: For all services provided, the hourly rate will be $55/hour for 2 or more days worked in a row and $40/hour for a single day.