Equine Director (Part-time)

Congressional School of Virginia; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Congressional School of Virginia is seeking an Equestrian Program & Barn Director to oversee a 10-horse herd, direct riding lessons, and manage trainer logistics in a part-time, flexible schedule.

The role blends hands-on animal care with administrative leadership, coordinating seasonal boarding transitions and ensuring safety, staffing, and positive student experiences across the program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in barn management, equine care, or equestrian program direction.
• Proven ability to recruit, schedule, and supervise instructors.
• Strong client-facing communication with families and facility contacts.
• Highly organized with seasonal transport and boarding logistics experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily care routines, feeding, turnout for a private 10-horse herd.
• Coordinate trainer recruitment, scheduling, and lesson program administration.
• Manage seasonal boarding transition and liaison with boarders and partner facility.

Skills

Barn management

Equine care

Program direction

Leadership

Communication

Logistics

Job description

Equestrian Program & Barn Director

Schedule: Part-Time (Flexible / Seasonal shift adjustments)

Position Overview

We are seeking an operational leader to oversee our 10-horse herd, direct our riding lesson operations, manage trainer logistics, and lead our seasonal winter boarding transition. This role combines hands-on herd oversight with high-level administrative management-offering a streamlined structure for an experienced equestrian professional seeking a dedicated, impactful part-time role.

Core Responsibilities

1. Herd & Facility Management (Annual)

• Care & Health: Oversee daily care routines, feeding protocols, turnout schedules, and preventative health plans for a private 10-horse herd.
• Veterinary & Farrier Coordination: Serve as primary point of contact for vet visits, farrier rotations, bodywork, and emergency care protocols.
• Facility Oversight: Maintain safety standards across stalls, paddocks, tack rooms, and arenas; coordinate routine equipment and barn maintenance.

2. Lesson Program & Staff Leadership

• Lesson Program Administration: Direct student intake, skill assessments, rider placement, and overall curriculum progression.
• Trainer Recruitment & Oversight: Source, interview, hire, and manage freelance/contract riding instructors.
• Scheduling: Coordinate arena usage, lesson times, and trainer shifts to optimize facility efficiency and rider experience.

3. Seasonal Boarding Management (November – March)

• Transition Logistics: Coordinate the relocation and intake of the herd to a partner boarding facility for the winter season.
• Site Visits & Monitoring: Perform regular, scheduled check-ins at the boarding facility to audit care quality, herd condition, and facility compliance.
• Boarder & Facility Liaison: Serve as the primary liaison between horse owners, facility staff, and boarders to maintain open communication, resolve inquiries, and issue monthly updates.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years in barn management, equine care, or equestrian program direction.
• Leadership: Proven ability to recruit, schedule, and manage equine trainers or instructional staff.
• Communication: Exceptional client-facing skills for managing student families and facility contacts.
• Logistics: Highly organized with experience managing seasonal horse transport and off-site boarding logistics.