Equestrian Coordinator - Camp Shady Brook

# Equestrian Coordinator - Camp Shady Brook Deckers, CO 80135## Overview Salary Range $480.00 - $480.00 Salary## Description
** General Function:
** Fully responsible for leading all programming involving horses, caring for 10-20 head of horses, and maintaining  equipment. Will supervise and evaluate assistant wrangler staff. Will develop and lead curriculum for 1 week riding  programs as well as daily trail rides. Ultimately, will maintain the safety of all participants and horses.
** Physical and Mental Requirements
*** Physically fit and able to hike, walk, stand, bend and lift comfortably over the course of a day.
* Visually and mentally alert to recognize potential hazards and accidents.
* Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer emergency care effectively.
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* Must possess a cooperative spirit and be committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring,
* honesty, respect, and responsibility to campers, staff, and program participants.
* Manage a safe and positive equestrian experience for campers and staff.
* Show proficiency in western riding, horse care, grooming, tacking, and all other appropriate skills.
** Job Segments
*** Follow all safety regulations and manage risks at the ranch and in all equestrian activities
* Supervise, mentor and evaluate Assistant Wrangler(s)
* Create a safe and positive riding/ranch experience for campers and staff.
* Organize and implement riding lessons, activities, trail rides, games, and curriculum for all equestrian programs in compliance with ACA and CHA standards.
* Regularly inspect and maintain ranch equipment and facilities to insure a safe and functional experience
* Feed, water and care for horses to insure the health of the herd.
* Immediately report any safety, health, equipment, maintenance, or horse problems to the Program Director upon discovery.
* Maintain inventory of necessary equipment/supplies, and inform Program Director of needed supplies in a timely fashion.
* Coordinate with outfitter, farrier and vet(s) as needed.
* Prepare for and actively participate in staff training and staff meetings.
* Act as a positive role model for campers and other staff, demonstrating the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in the performance of job duties.
* Play an active role in all camp activities.
* May be called upon to live with a cabin group or to assist counselors with a cabin group.
* Will work stay over weekends as assigned.
* Evaluate current season, make suggestions, and create a Head Wrangler manual for following season
* To perform all other duties as needed or assigned. These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required.
** Weekly salary of $480.00.**## Qualifications
** Qualifications
* ** At least 21 years of age, with riding and teaching experience
* CHA, AHA, ARIA or AAHS certification required
* CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen and First Aid Certifications
* High School diploma or equivalent required
* Prior experience with youth or family programming
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