Part-Time Horse Barn Worker

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a part-time horse barn worker to join our active breeding farm. The role involves daily care for a large herd of horses, from newborn foals to mature stallions, and requires physical stamina for demanding tasks.

Responsibilities include feeding, stall cleaning, hay stacking, and assisting with breeding activities. Weekend shifts and longer days may be required, with background checks and vehicle operation expectations as part of university policy.

Qualifications

• Prior horse experience preferred.
• Strong physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Feed and care for approximately seventy horses including foals, yearlings, mares and stallions.
• Clean stalls, stack hay, mow grounds and assist with general farm maintenance.
• Assist with breeding activities and care for young horses under supervision.

Skills

Horse experience

Strong work ethic

Job description

## Part-Time Horse Barn WorkerApplylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000081470# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**This is a highly physical job in a fast-paced environment on an active horse breeding farm. An exceptional opportunity for students interested in the equine industry or veterinary school.Daily schedule includes feeding and caring for approximately seventy horses, ranging from newborn foals to yearlings to adult mares and stallions. Tasks include but are not limited to cleaning stalls, stacking hay, mowing, caring for sick horses, working with young horses under supervision, feeding, farm maintenance, and helping with breeding.Candidates should have a strong work ethic and prior horse experience is preferred. Weekends and some long days will be required.Hiring for this position is ongoing as the need arises. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.