Assistant Barn Manager

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: To provide exceptional customer service at all times while assisting the General Manager with a wide range of tasks and assignments, including but not limited to equine health and well-being, the smooth operation of public trail rides, staff communication, and ensuring safe and quality interpretive experiences. The Assistant Barn Manager is able to pleasantly manage a flexible and ever changing list of duties and responsibilities while upholding the P3 philosophy.

STATUS & COMPENSATION:

• Full Time (3240 hours/week), $16.00$18.00/hr
• PTO/PSL
• Vision, Dental, Health
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of advanced training in both horsemanship and riding skills.
• Must be able to life 50 pounds to shoulder height without assistance.
• Ability to work full days in outdoor weather conditions typical of Florida.
• Possess effective and professional communication skills.
• Previous management experience is preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Fulfill duties for Lead Wrangler.
• Ensure the safe operation of the area on a daily basis.
• Uphold the highest level of customer service and quality control.
• Supervise Hitching Post operations during assigned shifts.
• Fulfill the duties of a Lead Trail Guide.
• Assist with equine nutrition and feed schedule by observing and collaborating on equine body condition and performance, make adjustments to feed and care schedules, and preparing feed orders.
• Participate in the overall care routine by observing the physical and mental health of each horse and making assigned adjustments to care, grooming, and work routines.
• Oversee the care and notes logs.
• Maintain horse work logs, and important notes section.
• Maintain barn organizational systems.
• Make adjustments to feed and supply delivery orders as assigned.
• Participate in the Safety Committee
• Participate in planning and execution of all Equine related events.
• Assist with and/or coordinate facility maintenance and fence repair.
• Assist with and/or coordinate mowing and weed control.

The above statements describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification, it is not an exact list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.