Bryn Mawr Riding Camp Barn Manager 2023
Bryn Mawr Riding Camp, Honesdale, Pennsylvania, 18431, USA
- Type
- Salary
- Competitive
- Work Type
- Temporary; Contract
- Work Time
- Full-time
- Live-In
- Live-In Required
- Bring Own Horse
- Training Available
- Non-Smoker
- Dates
- from Wednesday, May 31, 2023 to Friday, August 11, 2023
- Job No
- 360322
- Status
- Looking
- Posted
- 1/27/2023
- Updated
- 1/27/2023
- Expires
- in 2 months
- Views
- 245
Bryn Mawr Riding Camp is seeking a Barn Manager for the summer of 2023!
Bryn Mawr Riding Camp's facilities include a beautiful 50 acre farm with 30 stalls, as well as a 12 stall barn on our main campus. Our accommodations also include 5 outdoor riding arenas, an indoor arena, acres of trails, a cross country course, and several paddocks for turnout. Bryn Mawr Riding Camp is an all-girls sleepaway camp located in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The majority of our 40 horses come from the University of Findlay and Centenary University.
The Barn Manager’s main responsibility is to oversee and maintain the daily care of our 40 horses. This includes communicating with staff to see that all horses have adequate grooming, feed, water, and bedding on a daily basis. The barn manager will also keep careful farrier and medical records, and help to schedule appointments for each horse. They will see to each horse’s individual nutritional needs, and weight tape/make feed adjustments to keep them at a healthy weight. They will also keep track of any medications, and treat any injuries/lameness issues as needed. They will ensure that each horse has properly fitting and well maintained tack and equipment. The barn manager teaches lessons on a daily basis, and does night check 4 days per week.
Preferred applicants are currently enrolled in college or a college graduate. Must have 5+ years of horse experience and strong knowledge of horse care. 21+, must be female. Must have valid drivers license. Must be available May 31st-August 11th.
Applications can be found at http://www.brynmawrridingcamp.com
Requirements
Must be able to lift 50 lbs and do physical labor required when working with horses
Required Key Skills
- Riding
- Equine First-Aid
- Schooling
- Lunging
- Bandaging
- Clipping
- Teaching
- Trim/Pull
- Sole Charge
Required Expertise
- Working with children
- Hunter Seat
Accommodation
Leadership staff live in modern cabins with other female leadership staff
Job Benefits
Leadership members will utilize and improve their skills in staff and stable management, as well as have an opportunity to ride and take lessons while employed. Salary as well as housing, meals, and travel stipend are provided.
- Employer No
- 103355
- Name
- Bryn Mawr Riding Camp
- Website
- http://www.brynmawrridingcamp.com
- Location
- Honesdale, Pennsylvania, USA
- Facility Type
Bryn Mawr Riding Camp is an all girls specialty camp for equestrians, and is set on a 50 acre farm in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our riders range in age from 10 to 15 and level from beginner to advanced. Our horses come from collegiate riding programs from the University of Findlay and Centenary University. Bryn Mawr's riding facilities include 40 stalls, an indoor arena, 5 outdoor arenas, acres of pastures, several trails, and a cross country course. Employment can be used as college internship credit with compatible programs. We are now accepting applications for Summer 2023 & riders of all level are encouraged to apply!