Luxury Equestrian Programs Director

The Ford Field & River Club Inc; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ford Field & River Club Inc seeks an experienced Equestrian Center Operations Lead to oversee all aspects of a luxury equestrian facility. You'll design multi-discipline riding programs, host events, and ensure top-tier care for horses and Members, while guiding staff, coordinating leases, and partnering with veterinary and farrier services.

Responsibilities include rider safety, program development, event execution, and cross-department collaboration to maintain Ford’s premium equestrian

Qualifications

• College degree in Equine Science or Equine Business Management or equivalent.
• Certified riding instructor in English or Western discipline.

Responsibilities

• Designs and organizes equestrian activities, onsite events, clinics, and offsite events.
• Customizes a riding program to attract young riders and first-time adults.
• Supervises riding instruction in multiple disciplines (English, Western, Dressage).
• Ensures safety for riders and horses and maintains facilities to luxury club standards.
• Involved in hiring, training, and evaluating staff; coord int with grounds and service teams.
• Negotiates lease/purchase agreements for the club and members; liaises with veterinarians and farriers.
• Coordinates with sales/marketing to promote The Ford lifestyle and host major events.
• Maintains equipment, trailers, and vehicles; manages maintenance with contractors.

Skills

Riding instruction

Program design

Event management

Multidiscipline riding

Lease negotiation

Horse care

Veterinary knowledge

Team management

Office software

Education

Equine Science degree

Equine Business management degree

Riding instructor certification

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office

Google Calendar

Job description

The Ford Field & River Club Inc seeks an experienced Equestrian Center Operations Lead to oversee all aspects of a luxury equestrian facility. You'll design multi-discipline riding programs, host events, and ensure top-tier care for horses and Members, while guiding staff, coordinating leases, and partnering with veterinary and farrier services.

Responsibilities include rider safety, program development, event execution, and cross-department collaboration to maintain Ford’s premium equestrian