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Bowman Gray Stadium is hiring for Track Race Official. This position will be responsible for overseeing pit area operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and coordinating pit stops during races.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supervise all activities within the pit area, including team operations, equipment usage, and fueling procedures, to ensure adherence to safety protocols, track regulations, and race procedures.

• Enforce safety regulations and guidelines within the pit area, such as fire safety protocols, fueling procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements, to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries during pit stops.

• Coordinate pit stops during races, communicating with teams and drivers to ensure smooth entry and exit from the pit lane, managing pit lane assignments, and overseeing pit crew activities to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.

• Ensure that pit equipment, including fueling stations, tire changers, air hoses, and other tools and supplies, is properly maintained, functional, and readily available for use during races, coordinating repairs or replacements as needed.

• Maintain clear and effective communication with pit crews, race officials, track personnel, and other stakeholders, relaying instructions, updates, and safety advisories to ensure consistent and accurate information flow throughout race events.

• Respond promptly and decisively to on-track incidents or emergencies near the pit area, following established procedures for evacuating personnel, securing equipment, and coordinating with track safety personnel to ensure a swift and effective response.

• Conduct pre-race driver briefings to communicate race procedures, track conditions, and expectations regarding sportsmanship, safety, and pit stop protocols, fostering a cooperative and well-informed racing environment.

• Enforce racing rules and regulations consistently and impartially, addressing infractions or misconduct by drivers or teams, and assessing penalties or sanctions as necessary to maintain fairness and integrity in competition.

• Maintain accurate records of pit stop timing, fuel usage, equipment usage, and other relevant information, documenting incidents, penalties assessed, and any notable occurrences to support post-race debriefings and incident reviews.

• Approximate travel 0%.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);

• Extensive experience in motorsports, preferably as a driver, pit crew member, or race official, with a comprehensive understanding of racing rules, pit stop procedures, and safety protocols.

• Strong leadership and management skills to oversee pit area operations, delegate tasks effectively, and inspire confidence and cooperation among pit crews and other personnel.

• Excellent decision-making skills to assess complex situations, evaluate risks, and make timely and informed judgments under pressure during live racing events.

• Clear and concise verbal communication skills, along with the ability to convey instructions, updates, and safety advisories to drivers, crew members, and other stakeholders with professionalism and clarity.

• Keen observation skills and attention to detail to identify potential safety hazards, equipment issues, or procedural errors that may impact pit stop performance or race outcomes.

• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.

• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, in alignment with the race schedule and event calendar.

• Dependable and punctual, with a commitment to fulfilling assigned shifts and responsibilities according to the race schedule and event calendar.

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