** POSITION SUMMARY:** To manage the daily operation of the Equestrian Center to include providing quality horse care in a safe, well-maintained facility with related functions available to all Ken-Caryl Ranch residents and ensure quality maintenance is performed in a timely manner and within budget. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise barn staff to ensure quality horse care and efficient operations.
• Assist staff with daily horse care (feeding, watering, cleaning).
• Manage billing, invoicing, and administrative documents (boarding, sub-leases, agreements).
• Maintain spreadsheets for safety, insurance, contact info, and work orders.
• Monitor and maintain inventory, ensuring budget compliance.
• Oversee and coordinate with independent trainers to ensure adherence to KCRMA policies.
• Support the Riding School Manager with lessons, shows, events, and horse care.
• Direct and assist with facility upkeep (fencing, arenas, barns, water systems).
• Ensure landscape maintenance, pest control, and defensible space.
• Maintain work equipment (tractors, trailers, groomers).
• Develop and train staff on emergency procedures and site security protocols.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on operational planning, safety, budgets, and performance evaluation.
• Communicate effectively with boarders, staff, and residents.
• Negotiate vendor contracts in line with KCRMA procurement standards.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote community engagement through outreach, events, and educational opportunities.
• Regularly review and update safety and emergency plans.

**OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: **

• 2+ years managing a barn or equestrian facility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of horse care, facility operations, and equine health.
• Familiarity with trail riding, hunters/jumpers, western, and dressage is desirable.
• Daily interaction with boarders, residents, vets, farriers, and professionals; must resolve issues transparently and promptly.
• Skilled in equine wellness, feed/water management, and footing condition assessment. Must quickly identify/address hazards.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and waste systems; experience with tools and machinery is preferred.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Able to assess emergencies and notify appropriate authorities.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office; willingness to learn new software.
• Able to engage with diverse personalities and work collaboratively.
• Leadership skills and flexibility to work evenings/weekends as needed.
• Must be on-site 40 hrs/week and available for emergencies.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and insurable under KCRMA’s policy. WORK & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Work occurs in varied conditions at the Equestrian Center and office.
• Frequent moderate physical activity.
• Exposure to hazardous materials, noise, uneven/slippery surfaces, and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Physical abilities include standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, gripping, crawling, and repetitive movement.** Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background and DMV record review, along with possible reference checks.This Employer Participates in E-Verify.

Regular Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits. Health benefits (employer pays 86% of premium for employee -only coverage), employer-paid dental and vision insurance for the employee, Life & AD&D insurance, Long-Term Disability insuranc, 401k Retirement benefit with empolyer match up to 6%, paid time off, and paid family medical leave.