Job Summary:

Each year the Loretta Lynn’s race week is made successful with tremendous help from on-track flaggers coming not just from the local area, but many hours away as well. These individuals come from all different walks of life from various points in the country to work together to provide the safest racecourse possible for racers. Many of those who join the flag crew begin the week as strangers but seemingly always end the Loretta Lynn’s experience as close friends and return for numerous years to come back and enjoy the racing up close and personal. 

Potential candidates must be able to work in high-stress situations near the racecourse and remain attentive throughout each race day, monitoring their section of the racecourse ready to quickly alert riders of potential hazards. The Loretta Lynn’s event is much different than flagging your local motocross events as the speeds are higher, each race sees a full gate of racers, and every racer is giving their all out on the racetrack. Just like the racers, the flag crew must always give 110% of their effort as well. Breaks are given, lunch, drinks and snacks are provided throughout each day and while this is no walk in the park, the experience is second to none as doing your part to keep racers safe is a rewarding feeling and something that keep long-time Loretta Lynn’s flaggers returning.

Safety, for both racers and staff members, is of the utmost important in this position. This position must be taken very seriously, especially at this level. Ideal candidates must be able to focus their attention to their assigned section of the racecourse for long periods of time and ready to react as quickly as possible. 

Ideally the MX Sports team is looking for individuals who can commit to flagging the entire Loretta Lynn’s National event, but supplementing flaggers are welcomed to apply as well. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older and should be familiar with flagging procedures.

The afternoon of Sunday July 27 will feature an in-depth flagger training session, as well as time to complete all necessary paperwork and prepare for the race week. This will continue on the early morning of Monday July 28, prior to the start of practice. Potential candidates should be prepared to attend these meetings and arrive at the venue at the specified meet team each day, which will be early morning to prepare for the day. After each race day ends, there will be a short end of day briefing, so ideal candidates must be able to attend each of these sessions and the full race workday. 

Activities & Responsibilities: 

Ownership: A successful flagger will take great pride in doing their part to keep racers safe on their section of the racetrack. We work as a team and we all must work together to make the racecourse as safe as possible. Our event is your event. Our track is your track. Our success is your success. Take pride in your part so that when the checkered flag waves, we can be proud together. 

Operations: It is imperative that each flagger understands and properly executes his or her responsibilities within the flagging team. These include: 

• Monitoring assigned section of racecourse.
• Remain standing, alert and attentive all times bikes are on track.
• Properly wave flags to alert racers of downed riders, machines or other hazards on the racecourse.
• Willingness and ability to follow directions from Flagger Supervisors and make adjustments on the fly if needed.
• Ability to keep calm in high-stress situations
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to withstand the heat. The Loretta Lynn’s event can be very hot! You do have opportunities for breaks, but still must be able to be in the sun for long periods of time.
• Adhere to training and safety guidelines established by MX Sports
• Comfort being close to the fastest amateur motocross racers on the planet
• Be cool. Seriously, keep a positive attitude and enjoy yourself at the same time! Motocross is fun. Flagging is a very serious job, but the crews have fun as well.

Pay Structure:

• Pay is based on a daily flat rate given at the end of the event, with a bonus given to those who flag all six days of the National event.
• Lunch, Snacks and Drinks provided daily
• Uniform shirts and additional swag provided

If you’re interested in being part of the Loretta Lynn’s flagging crew, please complete the form below. Be sure to fill out each section and our team will be in touch if accepted!