Barn Manager - Seasonal

JOB TITLE: Barn Manager - Seasonal
SUPERVISOR: Camp Director
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt, Seasonal

SETTING: Camp

• May 26 - August 11
• Preferred:
  Lives onsite for the duration of the season
• Manages a herd of 14 leased horses, manages an instructor team of 3-4, teaches riding and equine care sessions daily
• Pay $78 per day or $468/week
• Must be at least 21, must have reliable transportation, must be authorized to work without visa sponsorship
• Certifications:
  
  None required
• Benefits:
  Paid training, onsite housing
• Skills:
  
  General riding skills, equine management, teaching

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Barn Manager ensures delivery of a successful equestrian program that provides a quality, creative, challenging, and progressive riding program to campers. The Barn Manager ensures that all horses are taken care of, with the appropriate daily use, feed schedules and medication dosages.

• Develops and implements the equestrian program, including riding lessons, equine care, and barn management.
• Maintains awareness of camper and staff behavior always, enforcing safety regulations and procedures.
• Assesses rider ability using CHA guidelines to determine riding level. Assesses soundness and riding level of horses.
• Trains and supervises Riding Instructors and Equestrian Counselors.
• Performs daily care of horses and coordinates care with staff, veterinarians, and vendors.
• Manages the herd including feeding, watering, grooming, medication, and exercise when appropriate.
• Maintains all horse records and medical reports, including recommendations.
• Cleans the barn and all tack and barn equipment.
• Participates in all-camp activities such as campfires, flag ceremonies, and programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age.
• Member of GSUSA or willingness to become so.
• Belief in the mission of GSUSA and GSGI.
• Certified or ability to become certified in CPR/First Aid.
• CHA Level 2 certificate or documented experience with horses.
• 1 year of experience working with children in an equestrian setting, including lessons and equine care.
• Interest in caring for children in an outdoor setting.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in supervising others in a community or outdoor setting.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent health and stamina.

• Able to walk and stand for long periods of time on walkways and trails that may be uneven.
• Able to carry, lift, push, pull, or otherwise move heavy objects, supplies, or luggage.
• Able to recognize, respond to and care for visible and verbal signs of children’s and horse’s distress.
• Able to share living space with others and eat meals in a large, noisy environment.
• Able to address stressful situations appropriately in a fast‑paced, interactive environment.
• Emotionally resilient and capable of appropriate and sustained mental, emotional and social interactions in a constantly changing, youth‑centered and community living setting.

• The work week is generally Sunday‑Friday, with some Saturdays required.
• Hours are irregular and extended based on camp needs.
• Workday is predicated by the unit’s daily schedule. May require overnight stays per medication or care requirements.
• Requested time off will be coordinated with the Camp Director.
• Cell phone usage is extremely limited and may not be used outside of the staff lounge area, including overnight without permission from the Camp Director.
• Extreme weather and temperatures may be encountered daily.
• This position is an “on‑site,” “on‑duty” job 24 hours a day, except on scheduled time‑off.