Seasonal Assistant Equestrian Director- Camp Speers

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Dingmans Ferry (PA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership - access to all -

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summer cam

Future planning with the Y

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking an Assistant Equestrian Camp Director for Camp Speers in the Poconos on a seasonal basis. The role focuses on leading riding activities, maintaining safety standards, and guiding campers through progressive horsemanship experiences.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in a camp setting, strong horse knowledge, CHA or equivalent certification, and excellent communication and leadership abilities, all within a mission-driven YMCA environment.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age.
• 3+ years of experience at Camp Speers or a comparable program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Passion for the YMCA mission and member service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement riding curricula focused on safety, enjoyment, and skill progression.
• Enforce riding procedures and compliance with YMCA, ACA, CHA, and risk management standards.
• Evaluate participants, assign riding levels, and schedule lessons.
• Provide riding instruction and teach basic horsemanship and horse management.
• Assist with daily horse care, feeding, health checks, and stable maintenance.
• Maintain clean and safe stables, riding rings, pastures, fences, and surrounding areas.
• Identify horse health concerns and facility maintenance needs, reporting as needed.
• Supervise riding staff and coordinate staff assignments in the Director’s absence.
• Support camp programming, events, and administrative operations to ensure a safe, engaging camp experience.
• Contribute to seasonal evaluations, inventory, end-of-season reports, and recommendations for future programming.

Skills

Horse care

Stable management

Riding instruction

Instructor certification

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Camp Speers, Poconos | Seasonal | $400 - $450 per week

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?

We are looking for an Assistant Equestrian Camp Director to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the summer camp community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job as our Assistant Equestrian Camp Director:

• 21+ years of age
• 3+ years of experience working at Camp Speers or a comparable program
• Strong knowledge of horse care, stable management, and riding instruction; CHA or equivalent instructor certification preferred
• Ability to work effectively with individuals of all ages and skill levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
• Energetic, creative, and team-oriented, with a commitment to the YMCA mission
• Passion for member service and the ability to foster a culture of service excellence

The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Assistant Equestrian Camp Director:

• Assist in developing and implementing riding curricula focused on safety, enjoyment, and skill progression
• Enforce riding procedures and ensure compliance with YMCA, ACA, CHA, and risk management standards
• Evaluate participants, assign riding levels, and schedule appropriate lessons
• Provide riding instruction and teach basic horsemanship and horse management
• Assist with daily horse care, feeding, health checks, and routine stable maintenance
• Maintain clean and safe stables, riding rings, pastures, fences, and surrounding ranch areas
• Identify horse health concerns and facility maintenance needs, reporting or addressing them as appropriate
• Supervise riding staff and coordinate staff assignments in the Director’s absence
• Support camp programming, special events, and administrative operations to ensure a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for campers and staff
• Assist with emergency preparedness, crisis management, and the implementation of safety procedures.Contribute to seasonal evaluations, inventory, end-of-season reports, and recommendations for future programming
• Promote a positive camp environment that encourages personal growth, respect, and well-being
• Model professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and excellent member service
• Maintain knowledge of YMCA policies, safety practices, applicable regulations, and industry standards

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.