Head Livestock & Public Programs Coach

CW Talent; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Coach & Livestock Stable supervisor to lead daily livestock care, oversee feeding, health monitoring, and welfare, while ensuring guest experiences reflect accurate 18th-century methods.

The role requires strong leadership, safety practices, and ability to develop talks, workshops, and tours about rare breeds and historic husbandry; candidates should have 5+ years in livestock care and public-facing experience, with flexibility

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 5+ years in livestock care.
• Experience with livestock handling, safety practices, and welfare.
• Customer service or public-facing experience with guests.
• Ability to represent the organization professionally for visitors.
• Previous leadership experience with oversight and lead responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily care, feeding, health monitoring, and welfare of all livestock.
• Coordinate breeding, birthing, veterinary care, recordkeeping, and herd management.
• Lead emergency responses involving livestock health, facility issues, weather incidents, and animal containment.
• Develop and deliver talks, workshops, tours, and educational programs.
• Train and lead apprentices, husbanders, interns, and volunteers in livestock management and safety.

Skills

Livestock care

Public interaction

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Coach & Livestock Stable supervisor to lead daily livestock care, oversee feeding, health monitoring, and welfare, while ensuring guest experiences reflect accurate 18th-century methods.

The role requires strong leadership, safety practices, and ability to develop talks, workshops, and tours about rare breeds and historic husbandry; candidates should have 5+ years in livestock care and public-facing experience, with flexibility