Equine & Animal Program Supervisor
Job in
Payson, Utah County, Utah, 84651, USA
Listed on 2026-07-30
Listing for:
Heritage Schools, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-30
Job specializations:
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Equine & Animal Program Supervisor
Spark Homestead | Heritage Community | Payson, UT
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Starting at $20/hour
Spark Homestead is a residential treatment program for neurodiverse adolescent girls, where horses and animals play a key role in helping students build confidence, responsibility, and emotional growth.
We're looking for an experienced Equine & Animal Program Supervisor to oversee our barn operations, care for our animals, and lead equine programming that supports both learning and therapeutic goals.
What You'll Do- Manage the daily operations of the barn and animal program
- Ensure excellent care for horses and other campus animals
- Coordinate feeding, veterinary and farrier care, medications, and facility maintenance
- Teach riding lessons, horsemanship, and safe animal handling
- Supervise students during barn chores and equine activities
- Train and mentor equine staff while maintaining a safe, organized environment
- Collaborate with clinical, residential, and education teams to support student success
Required
- 3+ years of equine or barn management experience
- Experience teaching riding lessons and horsemanship
- Strong knowledge of horse health, behavior, and safety
- Leadership or supervisory experience
Preferred
- Degree in Equine Science, Animal Science, or related field
- PATH Intl., CHA, or similar instructor certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience working with youth or in therapeutic, educational, or residential settings
- CPR and First Aid certification
We're seeking someone who:
- Has a passion for horses and mentoring youth
- Leads with patience, professionalism, and compassion
- Values safety, teamwork, and organization
- Enjoys meaningful, hands-on work
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Safely handle and lead horses
- Work outdoors year-round
- Perform daily barn chores and facility upkeep
- Support students during riding lessons and activities
- Meaningful work that changes lives
- Beautiful campus with horses and farm animals
- Supportive, multidisciplinary team
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Mission-driven culture focused on helping students heal and thrive
Build confidence. Teach responsibility. Change lives-one horse, one student, one day at a time.
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