Oversees the care and management of all horses at the center, focusing on their health and well-being. Coordinates with veterinarians and farriers, implements tailored care programs, maintains health records, and manages facility needs.
Position Purpose
Manager and provide exceptional care and maintenance for a 20-30 horse herd at a therapeutic riding center
Organizational Relationships
Reports to Operations Director; supervises Barn Assistants; Interacts with services team, BOT and committees
Resources Managed (budget and FTEs)
Full time salaried exempt position; Manages horse and barn budget
Primary Duties
- Provide quality health care and ongoing maintenance of all horses
- Develop and implement nutrition, grooming, and exercise programs tailored to the individual needs of each horse
- Coordinate with veterinarians and farriers to ensure the health and wellness of each horse
- Supervise barn staff and volunteers, providing guidance and training as needed
- Maintain an up to date and accurate health record for each horse
- Stay updated on industry best practices and regulations related to equine care and management
- Partner with Equine Welfare and Retirement Committee and facilitate meetings
- Maintain Equine First Aid supplies
Training & Education Required
- Equine management expertise (BS or equivalent experience)
- PATH Intl. professional desired and equine management experience required
Prior Experience Preferred
- Strong background with equine needs specific to EAAT
- Facility and equipment maintenance
Competency
- Highly organized
- Effective communication skills
- Physically capable of rigorous outdoor work and should also be able to safety lift 50 pounds
Detail / Comments (specific skills, etc.)
- Builds positive relationships with staff, volunteers and equine community to enhance available resources
For more information and to apply, reach out to our Operations Director, Missy Lamont, at Mlamont@highhopestr.org. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our community. Apply now and let’s begin exploring this exciting journey together!