Dressage Programs Lead for Emerging & Elite Athletes

United States Equestrian Federation, Inc.; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks a Manager of Dressage Programs to lead and support national dressage initiatives, coordinating with coaches, athletes, and committees to ensure effective program administration.

You will help develop pathways, manage athlete records, plan training sessions, and oversee event logistics for national and international competition preparation, while collaborating across departments.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in MS Office programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail and planning/organization while managing time.
• Professional demeanor and self-motivated initiative.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external groups.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as point of contact for Emerging Athlete, Young Horse and Development Programs.
• Communicate with athletes, owners, staff, parents, and coaches.
• Develop logistics for Training & Evaluation Sessions, Home Visits and Scouting Events.
• Schedule annual review calls with Program members and coaches.
• Assist in setting athlete targets, documenting records, and data entry.
• Coordinate with Dressage staff to implement the Program Pathway.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Planning & organization

Professionalism

Initiative / self-starter

Communication & collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

1-2 years’ experience with equestrian competitions

Job description

United States Equestrian Federation, Inc. in Lexington, KY seeks a Manager of Dressage Programs to lead and support national dressage initiatives, coordinating with coaches, athletes, and committees to ensure effective program administration.

You will help develop pathways, manage athlete records, plan training sessions, and oversee event logistics for national and international competition preparation, while collaborating across departments.