Equestrian Program Consultant

Organizational Mission & Overview

Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. At PEAK, we know that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.

• Every living being has inherent value.
• The community is better when everyone contributes.
• We can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes.
• Everyone has the power to change their world.

Ensure a safe learning environment for horses and riders, helping care for the horses and providing guidance to instructors on programming. The Consultant will also be on call to address urgent and emergency situations with the horses as needed.

This role begins with a required orientation from June 14 - 17. After orientation, the Equestrian Consultant will be onsite 1 day per session, and as needed in emergency situations. When onsite, if housing is needed, it can be provided. Position may require working weekends and nights. Camp session dates are as follows:

• Session 1:
  June 27 - July 8
• Session 2:
  July 11 - 22
• Session 3:
  July 25 - August 5

• Ensure Equestrian Instructors and the Garden & Barn Assistant have the skills and training necessary to keep participants, staff, and horses safe and healthy while participating in equestrian programming.
• Oversee instructors as they maintain a herd of 6 horses, including maintaining feed, water, grain, supplements, wound care, and knowledge of turnout etc.
• Recognize and report to the Assistant Director of Programs and Facility Manager any program hazards and ensure those hazards are addressed before the program continues.
• Coordinate any necessary outside appointments for horse care, including scheduling vet and farrier visits and purchasing necessary products needed for horse care or equestrian programming.

• This position is compensated at a rate of $27 per hour, pre-tax.
• Summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi‑weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.

• Mileage is reimbursable to and from Boscobel’s Lake Valley Camp for approved visits.

• All meals are provided during camp sessions.

• A belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co‑workers to achieve program objectives.
• Ability to support, and work with all camper age ranges at camp.
• Commitment to being punctual and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership.
• Possess strong communications skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive staff and camper information when necessary.
• Ability to perform job duties in a fast‑paced environment and able to embrace change and be flexible.
• Barn or ranch management and herd health experience.
• Hands‑on experience handling horses with a good understanding of their nature and the ability to foresee dangerous situations.
• Knowledgeable and comfortable while riding both in the arena and on trail.

• Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma/GED before the position start date to apply.

• The Equestrian Consultant reports to the Assistant Director of Camp Programs.
• The Equestrian Consultant advises the Equestrian Instructors and Garden and Barn Assistant.

• Position requires standing, stooping, sitting, walking long distances on uneven terrain (5+ miles a day), and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.
• Camp activities are often loud, involving many people talking, yelling, cheering, etc., in indoor and outdoor settings.
• The camp environment is often hot, rainy, with bugs or other wildlife. Staff must be able to work outside in a nature setting for sustained periods of time without air…