Full-time, 12 month, non-tenure track position managing the Hutson School of Agriculture Rudolph Equine Educational Center. 

Responsibilities include:
• Coordinate and provide daily care of the horse herd.
• Provide first aid and maintain a preventive horse health management program.
• Maintain essential herd health records.
• Supervise student labor.
• Maintain essential records and information for students, employees, and boarders.
• Provide leadership for ongoing facility maintenance.
• Support equine faculty by providing sound, serviceable horses for classes and practices.
• Monitor and restrict the use of individual horses as required for equine welfare.
• Provide assistance with handling and training as requested.
• Teaching classes and laboratories.
• Directly supervise the student boarding barn to ensure that horses and facilities are properly cared for.
• Management of the equine breeding program.

Masters in Animal/Equine Science or related field required. Applications will be accepted from candidates with a Bachelor of Science in Animal/Equine Science or related field, but these candidates must have documented scholarly or exceptional experience AND submit a documented plan of completion of a MS degree within one year of employment. NOTE: If the successful candidate is hired with a BS degree, they will NOT have primary teaching responsibilities for any class until receiving the MS degree.

Also required:
• Minimum of two years management experience. Additional college education may be exchanged year-for-year to meet qualifications.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Must be available by phone at all times to assist in emergency situations at the Equine Facility.
• Working conditions are commensurate with working in a farm/animal setting.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge and commitment to a rotational grazing system
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
• Commitment to, and support of, diversity and working with a diverse population
• Quality time management and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines