Job DetailsJob LocationWilson College - Chambersburg, PAPosition TypeFull TimeWilson College is currently seeking an energetic individual to join our barn staff as a Stables Assistant at the Penn Hall Equestrian Center. The Stables Assistant plays an essential role in providing for the physical care of up to 72 Wilson and privately owned horses. They also ensure the maintenance of the Equestrian Center in a manner consistent with a professional equine facility, all while fostering a positive learning environment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Participate in the daily maintenance and health care of the horses, and facility maintenance.
- Mentor and train staff and students in the daily care, health care and facility maintenance.
- Operate tractor and dump trailers safely and correctly even in adverse weather conditions.
- Perform arena and other maintenance including but not limited to fence repair and pasture construction.
- Use good judgement in keeping staff and horses safe and the facility running in an efficient and professional manner. Display professionalism even in difficult circumstances, such as euthanasia, emergencies, dealing with the public/staff/students.
- Assess injuries and illnesses and carry out the directives of the Center Coordinator, Assistant Center Coordinator or Veterinarian.
- Perform admissions tours for prospective boarders and students.
- Help with identifying, trying and acquiring horses for purchase or donation.
- Assist with summer camps, horse shows, open houses, and all other ancillary programs.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
COMPETENCY:
- Proven ability to listen, follow directions, demonstrate effective interpersonal communications
- Must have a strong work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Must be proactive, able to meet deadlines with minimal supervision, adept at handling multiple tasks, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Must be a team player and interact collegially with co-workers and other constituencies
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, non-exempt with occasional overtime required
- Regular work hours may include day, evening, weekends, rotating holidays, call duty and emergency care hours
- Some set shifts, some flexible shifts, based on the needs of the College
- Considered Essential Personnel when the College is closed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Equestrian Center; Outdoors, Year-round weather conditions, including inclement weather.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to use farm equipment and attachments, have knowledge of hand held and power tools; have knowledge of safety practices, precautions and occupational hazards associated with farm work
- Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time working outdoors and in a farm environment
- Able to reach, lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a regular basis and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
- Fitness and coordination must allow applicant to walk, bend, lift and stand for several hours daily; as well as safely control horses of all sizes, ages, and behavior types.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree in Equine Studies, Animal Studies, Agriculture, or related field preferred
- Unrestricted drivers license, and ability to attain and maintain approved driver status for the College
- Excellent horsemanship/livestock skills and minimum one-year professional experience working with horses preferred
Or an equivalent combination of education and experienceTRAVEL:
- Negligible, based on the needs of the department
Working at Wilson: Wilson College provides all eligible, full-time employees with a wide range of benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage; college-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance; and employee-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for health and dependent care. Also available to eligible employees is a Defined Contribution Retirement plan with TIAA. Educational benefits for employees and their families include undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs. Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities are also available across a vast consortium of colleges.Wilson College offers a flexible, supportive culture that believes in work-life balance, with flexible work options available, and generous paid leave policies including paid parental leave, paid vacation, sick, personal leave, 13 paid holidays, paid jury duty, and paid bereavement leave including miscarriage and stillbirth.Wilson College offers free on-campus fitness center membership, flexible and affordable dining hall meal plans, health and wellness services, and an employee assistance program.Wilson College is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit qualifying employer, employees of the College may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.