Horse Ranch Program Associate

CHRISTIAN CAMP AND CONFERENCE ASSOCIATION; Horrocks Fold; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading camp organization in the UK is seeking a Horse Ranch Associate responsible for all aspects of horse care and ranch operations. The ideal candidate will engage with campers, ensuring a safe and fun environment. Responsibilities include guiding trail rides, instructing ranch activities, and assisting with animal care. The position is full-time and requires a strong background in horsemanship.

Qualifications

• Strong background in horsemanship required.
• Must be able to engage with campers and staff personally.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe trail ride experiences as a guide.
• Instruct campers in ranch activities and classes.
• Assist in animal care and ranch maintenance.

Skills

Horsemanship

Teamwork

Engagement with campers

Job description

The Horse Ranch Associate will be responsible for all aspects of horse care and ranch operations while providing a safe, fun, and encouraging environment for campers of all ages. This role requires a love for horses, a deep commitment to teamwork, and the ability to engage with campers and staff on a personal and spiritual level.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing guests with a quality and safe trail ride experience acting as a guide, including assisting campers with orientation, equipment, mounting and dismounting, and other duties.
• Instructing and/or leading campers and students in various ranch activities or classes connected to all major programs, including horse specialty camps and agricultural camps in the summer.
• Assisting with animal care of all Saddle Horn Ranch Animals, including feeding, watering, health, and other areas.
• Assisting with ranch maintenance, hay storage, trail management, fencing, etc.
• Teaching leather shop classes and Farm Animal classes.
• Creating and developing camper instructional experiences, including curriculum and class resources.
• Assisting in working with and training horses to achieve each horse’s competency or suitability for program uses.
• Operating or learning to operate a tractor for conducting hayrides and operating farm equipment.
• Assisting with hosting guest groups and other tasks as assigned.

We offer a full-time, year-round position with a paid salary. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horsemanship.

Why work at Timber-lee?

Located in East Troy, Camp Timber-lee is a year-round operational camp with over 600 acres, serving schools, churches, retreat groups, and individuals with a multitude of activities. Our mission is to create engaging communities where each young person encounters Christ through a dynamic camp experience.

Camp Timber-lee is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.