THE LICENSING OF OFFICIALS BACKGROUND, PROCESS & RESOURCES

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1 THE LICENSING OF OFFICIALS BACKGROUND, PROCESS & RESOURCES 1 JANUARY 2018

2 TED STEVENS OLYMPIC AND AMATEUR SPORTS ACT USEF is governed by the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act in all areas central to governance The licensing of officials is considered an area central to governance

3 LICENSING OF OFFICIALS There are 154 different licenses Who can be a USEF Licensed Official? USEF active members in good standing Other requirements are dependent on each individual license Where can I find those requirements? USEF s website

4 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Hover Over Compete Click Licensed Officials

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6 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Click Learn More on the Become Licensed tile

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8 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Click Download to view each requirements packet

9 US EQUESTRIAN S ROLE Who makes the decision that someone can be a USEF Official? USEF s Licensed Officials Committee (LOC) But first. The list of applicants meeting all requirements is sent to Members of the respective USEF Committee and The respective affiliate Who is on the LOC? 22 people appointed by the President Representatives from all the breeds/disciplines are included

10 US EQUESTRIAN S ROLE How often does the LOC meet? Three times a year in person (January, April, August) to review applicants for USEF licenses The Committee reviews each application at length. The LOC also meets several times a year by conference call to review FEI applications and other business.

11 MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS I am now a USEF licensed official. How do I maintain my license? Exams Clinics/Courses Officiating Affiliate Membership Safe Sport Training Background Check A list of exam, clinic/course, and officiating requirements broken down by each breed & discipline is available on USEF s website

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16 MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS How do I check my personal exam, course/clinic, and officiating records/history? In addition, how do I complete my Safe Sport Training and Background Check? Licensed Official Portal through USEF s website

17 LICENSED OFFICIALS PORTAL Click My USEF

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22 LICENSED OFFICIAL CODE OF ETHICS As a licensed official of the United States Equestrian Federation, I will conduct my duties with the highest level of integrity. My primary concern is the welfare of the horse while giving full attention to exhibitors and respect to my colleagues. I will endeavor to have complete and accurate knowledge of all rules governing the competition. I will exercise my responsibilities in a positive and professional manner, refraining from conducting business and socializing with exhibitors during the event. I will officiate from a positive perspective in word and deed and complete my duties with consistency and without bias. My personal behavior will reflect my integrity, character and respect for the sport and the United States Equestrian Federation, including my use of Social Media.

23 LICENSED OFFICIAL CODE OF ETHICS As a USEF licensed official, you agree to this Code of Ethics each time you renew your license(s).

24 RESOURCES USEF Rulebook & Rule Changes How do I find the Rulebook and Rule Changes? USEF s website

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32 RULE CHANGES For Rule Changes Click Learn More Click Download to view

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35 RESOURCES Licensed Officials Department: Sally Ike, Managing Director Lauren Bazyk, Licensed Officials Coordinator Hunter/Jumper and FEI Jumping Anne Robinson, Licensed Officials Coordinator International Disciplines Lindsey Sanquenetti, Licensed Officials Coordinator Breeds, C1/C2 Stewards and Western Dressage Bailey Bianco, Education Coordinator

36 RESOURCES Sport Liaisons: National Affiliates: Lori Nelson, Senior Director - National Breeds & Disciplines Council, National Breeds & Discipline Advisory Group, US Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup and Young Rider Teams Erin Desnoyers, Director - Andalusian/Lusitano, Shetland, Paso Fino, US Saddle Seat World Cup and Young Rider Teams Sarah Beth Hollowed, Director - Arabian, Friesian, Morgan, National Show Horse, Western Dressage Committee, High School

37 RESOURCES Sport Liaisons: National Affiliates: Natalie Norwood, Director - Connemara, Welsh, Green Reinstatements, Hunter Questions, Emerson Burr, Collegiate Kelsey Shanley, Director - Hunter Seat Equitation, National Hunter Committee, Hunter Questions Chuck Walker, Director - Saddlebred, Hackney, Roadster, Saddle Seat Equitation, Western, English Pleasure and Parade Nicole Zerbee, National Affiliates Coordinator Jackie Barr, National Affiliates Administrative Assistant

38 QUESTIONS? Contact: Licensed Officials Department: Phone: Business Hours M-F 8:30 am - 5 pm EST