Operations Manager

Mycgfinancial; Owosso (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hunting privileges

Use of property equipment and facilities

Job summary

A premier upland bird hunting destination in Owosso, Michigan, is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include managing the bird program, coordinating hunts, and improving guest experiences. The ideal candidate should have experience in agriculture, a strong work ethic, and basic sales abilities. Compensation ranges from $40,000 to $55,000 annually, with potential for profit-sharing based on performance. Additional benefits include hunting privileges and use of property facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in agriculture or farm management is required.
• Knowledge or strong desire to learn about upland bird management.
• Comfort with physically demanding and variable schedules.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bird program and maintain habitat quality.
• Coordinate guided hunts and manage guest experiences.
• Market and sell memberships and new revenue streams.

Skills

Agricultural experience

Pheasant or upland bird management

Sales ability

Self-directed work ethic

Job description

Crooked Foot Hunt Club Operations Manager

Owosso

Description

Founded in 2016 by Anthony Mazzali on 400+ acres of pristine Mid‑Michigan countryside, Crooked Foot Hunt Club is a premier upland bird hunting destination — home to European Tower Hunts, walk‑up pheasant and chukar fields, clay shooting, and professional hunting dog training. We're more than a hunt club. We're a place built around family, legacy, and the belief that getting people outside and into the field is worth doing well.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a boots‑on‑the‑ground leader who can run day‑to‑day club operations, manage our bird program, and help grow what we've built. This isn't a desk job. It's a rare chance to take real ownership of a growing operation and be rewarded when it thrives. This role is an ideal fit for an early‑career ag professional ready to step up, a semi‑retired outdoorsman looking for meaningful seasonal work, or someone who wants a genuine stake in something they help build.

What You'll Own

• Manage the full bird program: sourcing, release schedules, and habitat management
• Maintain food plots, cover crops, and shelterbelts to keep hunt quality at its best
• Coordinate guided and unguided hunts; manage the guest experience from booking to field
• Maintain hunting grounds, blinds, kennels, towers, and equipment
• Actively market and sell hunt club memberships and corporate packages
• Build relationships with hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and corporate clients
• Identify and develop new revenue streams: lodging, youth programs, guided tours, and more
• Track membership renewals, leads, and conversion rates

Grounds & Facilities

• Oversee field maintenance, crop rotation, and seasonal prep
• Manage pasture, fencing, and equipment upkeep
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and seasonal staff
• Ensure responsible land stewardship across all 300+ acres
• Maintain records for bookings, inventories, and revenue
• Manage seasonal staff and volunteers during peak periods
• Report directly to ownership with regular operational updates
• Contribute to long‑term strategic planning for the club

Requirements

Required

• Experience in agriculture, farm management, or a closely related field
• Knowledge of pheasant or upland bird management — or a strong drive to learn fast
• Self‑directed work ethic; you don't need to be told twice
• Comfort with physically demanding, variable schedules during peak seasons
• Basic sales ability and confidence talking with prospective members and clients
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate farm equipment

Preferred

• Hunting license and familiarity with upland bird hunting culture
• Experience with food plot management, cover crops, or wildlife habitat
• Prior customer‑facing or membership sales experience
• Connections in the hunting, agriculture, or outdoor recreation community

$40,000–$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Paid bi‑weekly year‑round. Meaningful upside available

through commission and profit‑share for the right individual.

Commission & Incentive Structure

Built collaboratively with the right candidate. The plan will reward:

• Hunt club membership sales — new acquisition and renewal retention
• Revenue growth — overall operation performance above baseline targets
• Cost and operational efficiency — keeping margins healthy across all programs

Profit Share

The owner is committed to a genuine profit‑share arrangement and structured so that a great year for Crooked Foot is a great year for the manager. Annual review with no ceiling.

Additional Benefits

• Hunting privileges on the property
• Use of property equipment and facilities