Camelot Farms Program Director

Fripp Island Hospitality; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to resort amenities

Food and merchandise discounts

Beach access

Employee referral program

Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

PTO (Full time employees)

401(k)

Job summary

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort in Beaufort, SC is seeking a dedicated barn staff member to care for horses, schedule lessons and rides, and assist with staff and client oversight. This full-time role requires prior horse and riding experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors.

A strong focus on safety, guest service, and teamwork is essential to succeed. You’ll contribute to events, camps, grooming, feeding, and daily barn maintenance while upholding high standards of

Qualifications

• Must have previous horse experience and riding experience.
• Ability to work with and around horses.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to stand and work outdoors for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Answering phone calls and emails.
• Scheduling lessons, trails, and other reservations.
• Assisting director with management of staff and oversight of clients and horses.
• Running kid's camps.
• Planning events, parties, and shows.
• Feeding horses.
• Cleaning stalls and barns.
• Keeping a tidy work area and barn area.
• Cleaning water troughs.
• Distributing hay for all horses.
• Dragging paddocks and arenas.
• Grooming horses as needed.
• Bathing horses as needed.
• Helping the vet and the farrier.
• Treating horses with wounds or medication needs.
• Participate in staff training and development, team building events.
• Perform other duties reasonably associated with the scope and needs of the farm and resort.

Skills

Horse experience

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Patience

Background check

Driver's license

Job description

About the Organization

Fripp Island is often like family to its employees, many of whom have worked here over 10 years and in some cases over 20 years! We are fortunate enough to get to come to this beautiful island every day - we work where you play!
Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is one of the best South Carolina beach resorts, offering a wide selection of Fripp Island resort rentals, two top-ranked golf courses, several pools and dining options, a full service marina, tennis, pickle ball, an activity center, many on-island activities, and one of the most picturesque beaches you'll find anywhere.

Description

At Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort, we're committed to sharing the simple, seaside, serenity of this special island with our guests and members. We believe that it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life.

Working at Beaufort's premier island destination, you can enjoy benefits including:

• Access to resort amenities
• Food and merchandise discounts
• Beach access
• Employee referral program
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance and PTO (Full time employees)
• 401(k)

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the care and wellbeing of barn-owned and boarded horses. *This position requires previous horse experience.

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Answering phone calls and emails.
• Scheduling lessons, trails, and other reservations.
• Assisting director with management of staff and oversight of clients and horses.
• Running kid's camps.
• Planning events, parties, and shows.
• Feeding horses.
• Cleaning stalls and barns.
• Keeping a tidy work area and barn area.
• Cleaning water troughs.
• Distributing hay for all horses.
• Dragging paddocks and arenas.
• Grooming horses as needed.
• Bathing horses as needed.
• Helping the vet and the farrier.
• Treating horses with wounds or medication needs.
• Participate and assist in staff training and development, team building events or other events as necessary.
• Perform other duties reasonably associated with the scope and needs of the farm and resort.

Skills and qualifications

• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate verbally.
• Attention to detail and pro-active thought process.
• Great customer service skills including engaging with guests, listening carefully and ensuring a quality product is delivered each time.
• Must have previous horse experience and riding experience and be competent working with and around horses.
• Ability to foresee problems that may arise due to environment or circumstances.
• Critical thinking skills, ability to think quickly and respond to issues and emergencies that may arise.
• Ability to exercise patience when dealing with guests, children, and horses.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must have a valid drivers' license.

Physical Requirements

This position requires complete mobility and the ability to withstand extreme outdoor environments. Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk a minimum of 8 hours daily and have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Position Requirements

• Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
• Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.