Whipper-In Position in Pennsylvania, USA

Horse & Hound; London (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in equine services seeks a Whipper-In to support the Huntsman by training and caring for hounds and horses. This full-time role offers health benefits, a bonus, and paid time off, with responsibilities encompassing property maintenance and participation in hunt-related activities.

Benefits

Accommodation included

Health and retirement benefits

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic equine care.
• Confident riding of various horses over fences.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist huntsman with training hounds and horses.
• Maintain the Hunt property including gardening and repairs.
• Transport hounds for veterinary care.

Skills

Equine care knowledge

Confident riding

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whipper-In Position in Pennsylvania, USA

Cheshire Hunt Conservancy in London

Type: Hunt staff

FT/PT: Full Time

Accommodation Included

Pets Allowed

Horse Allowed

Description:
This position is based in Pennsylvania, USA. The primary responsibility of the Whipper-In is to assist the Huntsman in training and hunting the hounds (Hunting days: August - March, 3 days a week). Additionally, duties include caring for horses and hounds and maintaining the Hunt property and country grounds (Year-round). This is a full-time, salaried role with a 6-day work week, including health and retirement benefits, an annual bonus, and 2 weeks paid time off during the non-hunting season. Housing may be provided on a case-by-case basis.

Major Duties:

• Assist huntsman with hunting, exercising, and training hounds on foot and horseback.
• Groom and care for horses in the stables daily, including tack and equipment maintenance, transport, and stall cleaning.
• Work with Huntsman and Groom to exercise and train staff horses.
• Participate in countryside maintenance such as trail clearing and jump building.
• Maintain the Hunt property, including mowing, trimming, gardening, snow and ice removal, fence repair, painting, and equipment and building maintenance.
• Learn the 'Hunt County' and hound names to provide optimal sport.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and run short distances.

Additional responsibilities as needed:

• Transport hounds for veterinary care and breeding.
• Assist with Kids Hunt Camp, Cheshire Races, and other Hunt activities.
• Fill in for Huntsman or Groom during days off or vacations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic equine care.
• Confident riding of various horses, including cross-country over fences.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Organizational Relationships: Reports directly to the Huntsman. Must work well within a team environment.

Professional Development: As directed by the Masters.

More details available at www.cheshirehuntconservancy.org. Link to the job application provided below.