Head Livestock Steward & Public Programs Lead

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA, seeks an experienced Livestock Care & Oversight professional to manage daily care, breeding coordination, and welfare across the department. You will lead emergency responses, ensure safety, and collaborate on public programming that highlights rare breeds and 18th-century husbandry.

The role requires strong leadership, several years in livestock care, excellent guest interaction, and the ability to work weekends or evenings as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 5+ years in livestock care.
• Experience with livestock handling, welfare, and safety practices.
• Customer-facing experience with guests and program participants.
• Ability to represent the organization professionally to visitors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily care, feeding, health monitoring, and welfare of all livestock.
• Coordinate breeding, veterinary care, recordkeeping, and herd management.
• Lead emergency responses for livestock health, facility issues, and weather events.
• Support strategic planning for livestock acquisitions, breeding goals, and programs.
• Serve as department lead for livestock interpretation and public programming.

Skills

Livestock care

Public speaking

Leadership

Customer service

Safety awareness

Job description

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Williamsburg, VA, seeks an experienced Livestock Care & Oversight professional to manage daily care, breeding coordination, and welfare across the department. You will lead emergency responses, ensure safety, and collaborate on public programming that highlights rare breeds and 18th-century husbandry.

The role requires strong leadership, several years in livestock care, excellent guest interaction, and the ability to work weekends or evenings as needed.