Race Official I

The Primary responsibility of this position is to officiate the race event by directing competitors on the proper procedures for participation in practice, qualifying and the race. 

Great opportunity for those with Local track expereince and/or military expereince

Must be comfortable with travleing every weekend

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Primary responsibilities:         

  • Proficient understanding of the pit road rules and all race assignment positions pertaining to officiating the race.
  • Successfully pass the pit road officials exam as administered.
  • Ability to Officiate the race on pit road or in other locations using applicable technology.
  • Assist with traffic control, crowd control and credential verification.
  • Implement and apply the appropriate procedures during practice, qualifying and the race including pit road and other race assignments in a consistent, timely, authoritative, and professional manner.
  • Establish and maintain proper communications with the assigned crew chief(s) and / or Race Control as required.
  • Properly execute and confirm any directive from Race Control.
  • Display willingness and ability to learn new software programs created for race officiating.
  • Competent use of standard technology such as keyboard, mouse, windows-type applications, etc.
  • Maintain equipment to avoid damage and ensure that hardware is properly stored for use at future events.
  • Competent understanding of radio use, procedures and etiquette.
  • Attend meetings, educational seminars and team building exercises.
  • Handle issues appropriately in the garage and pit areas.
  • Report any conflicts with teams, team members, policy, and procedures to your supervisor.
  • Provide input/solutions for improvement to current policy and procedures.

Other responsibilities:

  • Work one or more assigned inspection station(s) for initial through post-race inspections.
  • Assist in pre and post work day operations to include assembly and disassembly of inspection equipment.
  • Unload and load haulers, as requested.
  • Assist with transportation of vehicles, as requested.
  • Use the Mobile Inspection Application to capture all inspection infractions.
  • Assist R&D personnel as required (i.e Roamer arm help, or help with any race equipment that has been impounded for further evaluation)