Therapeutic Riding Barn Manager

Victory Junction, Inc.; Randleman (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Victory Junction is seeking a Barn Program Manager to oversee barn operations, horses and riding programs on site. This role supports the Barn Director in safety, care plans and daily maintenance, and coordinates volunteers and staff orientation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of equine experience, riding ability, and strong communication and teamwork. CTRI or related credentials are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred
• CTRI certification preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong public relations skills required
• Multitask oriented and able to manage multiple priorities
• Team player who can collaborate with diverse groups
• Must be able to read and write English
• 2+ years of equine experience
• Know equine first aid and signs of illness and lameness
• Able to clean stalls, groom and tack up horses (English and Western)
• Must have riding experience
• Basic beginner riding lesson instructor experience is a plus
• Comfortable leading horses to/from pastures and in lessons (~30 minutes)
• Must have a valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Assist with the overall upkeep of the barn (cleaning, pressure washing, stalls, etc.)
• Assist the Barn Director with the Therapeutic Riding program: recruitment, volunteers, leading horses, and other tasks/duties
• Assist Barn Director with care plans for program animals after injury or illness
• Assist daily maintenance of program horses (riding, lunging, bodywork)
• Participate in Program Team development, coordination and volunteer/staff orientation
• Ensure all safety protocols in the barn are in place and enforced
• Support all camp programs including Family Weekends, Special events, respite and summer programs
• Communicate needs/changes to the program department regarding the barn
• Assist in coordinating and facilitating safety and orientation sessions
• Foster morale, well-being and teamwork among the camp family
• Adhere to and implement Victory Junction policies
• Be an active team player and promote a positive, professional culture
• Foster Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Any other duties assigned

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Multitask oriented

Team player

English literacy

Equine experience

Equine first aid

Riding experience

Education

Associate degree

CTRI certification

Job description

Victory Junction is seeking a Barn Program Manager to oversee barn operations, horses and riding programs on site. This role supports the Barn Director in safety, care plans and daily maintenance, and coordinates volunteers and staff orientation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of equine experience, riding ability, and strong communication and teamwork. CTRI or related credentials are preferred but not required.