Horse Racing Operations Associate (Oregon)

<p><span>At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.</span></p><p></p><h2><span>The Crown Is Yours</span></h2><p></p><p>As a Horse Racing Operations Associate, you’ll support the day-to-day execution and growth of the Horse Racing product while helping shape how customers engage with it. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to improve the customer experience, optimize operations, and bring promotional strategies to life. From analyzing performance to executing campaigns, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the product runs smoothly and delivers strong results. You’ll contribute to a fast-moving team focused on enhancing offerings and driving continued growth within horse racing.</p><p></p><h2>What you’ll do</h2><ul><li><p><span>Support the execution of operational processes that power the Horse Racing product, helping ensure a seamless and high-quality customer experience.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Collaborate with teams across Product, Marketing, Analytics, and Compliance to support initiatives that improve performance and optimize offerings.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance customer journeys and contribute to solutions that improve key business metrics.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Help define and execute promotional campaigns for the Horse Racing product, partnering closely with the Promotions Team to bring strategies to life.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Analyze promotional and product performance, using data to uncover insights and inform future strategies.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Support project execution from planning through delivery, helping keep initiatives on track and aligned with team goals.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Leverage your interest in horse racing to contribute ideas that improve the product experience and drive engagement.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><h2>What you’ll bring</h2><ul><li><p><span>A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field is preferred.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Must be based in Oregon and able to work remotely from within the state.</span></p></li><li><p><span>At least 1 year of experience in an operations, analytics, or business support role, ideally within a fast-paced or data-driven environment.</span></p></li><li><p><span>A baseline knowledge of the horse racing industry is strongly preferred.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong analytical skills with experience using Microsoft Excel to interpret data and generate insights.</span></p></li><li><p><span>An interest in project management, with the ability to stay organized and contribute to multiple initiatives simultaneously.</span></p></li><li><p><span>A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-JF1</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2><span>Join Our Team</span></h2><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>The US base salary range for this full-time position is 52,000.00 USD - 65,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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