Equestrian Community & Student Engagement Lead

Miami University (Ohio); Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University in Oxford, OH is seeking an Assistant Director for Equestrian Community & Student Engagement. Lead partnerships with campus and community groups, provide outreach, and serve as an additional instructor for club teams, youth programs, and riding classes.

The role supports student staff and helps manage the horse herd while requiring flexible hours. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, group riding instruction experience, and CPR/First Aid within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ year of group riding instruction experience.
• 1+ year of facility/programming experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification within the first 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and implement events with university and community partners.
• Coordinate events with Counseling services for equine learning opportunities.
• Group riding instruction.
• Assist with travel for teams when needed.
• Assist supervision of student staff.
• Assist in managing horse herd.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Group riding instruction

Facility/programming management

Communication skills

Coaching skills

Time management

Problem solving

Outdoor work ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days

Job description

Miami University in Oxford, OH is seeking an Assistant Director for Equestrian Community & Student Engagement. Lead partnerships with campus and community groups, provide outreach, and serve as an additional instructor for club teams, youth programs, and riding classes.

The role supports student staff and helps manage the horse herd while requiring flexible hours. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, group riding instruction experience, and CPR/First Aid within 90 days.