Equestrian Student Assistant

miamioh.edu; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Miami University is looking for a part-time Equestrian Student Assistant to perform various tasks at the Equestrian Center in Oxford, Ohio. Responsibilities include daily cleaning of the center, assistance with animal care, and minor maintenance tasks. The role requires good communication skills and comfort around large animals, offering between 8-16 hours of work per week according to student availability. This position is an ideal opportunity for students passionate about equestrian care and working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable working with large animals.
• Good communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the Equestrian Center.
• Perform daily routine cleaning of stalls.
• Minor grounds maintenance, like painting or pulling weeds.

Skills

Good communication skills

Comfortable around large animals

Job description

Equestrian Student Assistant page is loaded## Equestrian Student Assistantremote type: Fully On-Campuslocations: Equestrian Center Stables: Equestrian Center Indoor Arenatime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR104079**Job Title**Equestrian Student Assistant**Department**Equestrian Center JM**Worker Type**Student (Fixed Term)**Pay Information**For hourly student pay rates, please visit the page on the Office of Human Resources website. For salaried student positions, contact the department for pay information.**Duration of Appointment**Summer through Academic Year**Maximum Scheduled Weekly Hours**1**Job Description Summary**Performs a variety of tasks to assist in daily maintenance of the Miami University Equestrian Center and the horses kept there. Perform tasks requiring lifting, walking, bending, carrying, climbing, etc. on a daily basis. Students will work 8-16 hours per week based on availability.**Job Description****Essential Duties*** Open and close Equestrian Center.* Daily routine cleaning of stalls, and periodic stripping/rebedding of stalls* Perform minor grounds maintenance such as painting or pulling weeds when necessary**Minimum Qualifications*** Comfortable around large animals* Good communication skills**Additional Position Information (if applicable)****Required Application Documents**Resume**Posting Contact Information**Beth Frey [e-mail]**Additional Information**A criminal background check may be required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.This organization participates in E-Verify.**Reasonable Accommodations** Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. 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