Wrangler (Part-Time)

CHRISTIAN CAMP AND CONFERENCE ASSOCIATION; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A year-round recreational camp ministry is seeking a Wrangler to serve campers and guests through horsemanship activities while ensuring the safety and care of the animals. Responsibilities include conducting classes for ministry programs and leading trails for guests. Ideal candidates should have some experience with horses and leadership skills. This role promotes spiritual growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Zero to two years of working with horses.
• CPR, first aid, and AED certified.
• In-depth understanding of animal husbandry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the well-being of all animals on the ranch.
• Lead group trail rides and activities.
• Assist in providing a nurturing program for campers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Animal care

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Some secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Wrangler role involves serving campers and guests through multiple horsemanship activities. Wranglers are responsible for the safety of the campers, care of the horses, managing of facilities, Sky Ranch’s famous camp rodeo, programmed events, and helping connect the bible study curriculum in a hands-on way during their time with the campers.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Maintain the well-being of all animals on the ranch.
• Steward all equipment and supplies.
• Promote a safe environment for all campers, staff and animals.
• Conduct classes for ministry programs, including but not limited to Summer Camp, Outdoor Education.
• Lead group trail rides and activities for Retreats guests and Outdoor Education classes.
• Drive trucks with trailers (people movers) to various locations as needed.
• Assist the Head Wrangler and leadership staff in providing a program and environment that nurtures spiritual growth for campers.

Other duties and responsibilities include maintaining compliance with Sky Ranch’s employee policies and procedures, state and federal laws, and performing other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Some secondary education preferred.
• Zero to two years of working with and being around horses.
• CPR, first aid and AED certified (Sky Ranch will cover obtaining certifications).
• In-depth understanding of the field of animal husbandry and horses.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.

Skills and abilities required include:

• Fun, compassionate, responsible, good hygiene, physically capable to participate in all camp activities.
• Excellent leadership skills necessary to appropriately influence people to achieve a desired outcome.
• Ability to effectively facilitate small group classes.
• Ability to relate positively, influentially, and sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons.
• Proven successful leadership experience, proven ability to build unity amongst a team and motivate them to work together toward a common mission.

Sky Ranch is a year-round recreational camp ministry, with locations in Texas, Colorado, and Oklahoma. Our mission is to lead youth and families to know and follow Christ.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sky Ranch is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all employees, campers, and guests.