Community Riding Program (Crp) Coordinator & Instructor
Wilson College, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, USA
- Work Type
- Permanent
- Work Time
- Full-time
- Live-Out
- Live-Out (No Accomm.)
- Bring Own Horse
- Training Available
- Non-Smoker
- Job No
- 437916
- Status
- Looking
- Updated
- 04/03/2026
- Expires
- in 3 months
- Views
- 17
We’re looking for a proactive leader to manage and enhance our Community Riding Program. The CRP Coordinator oversees program logistics, rider engagement, scheduling, and instructional quality while contributing to equitation teaching and facility operations. This role plays a key part in strengthening community partnerships and advancing the educational mission of the Equestrian Center.
This role oversees participant intake, scheduling, records, family communication, and program outreach while teaching up to 20 weekly riding lessons during active seasons. The position also supports camps, clinics, equitation courses, student worker training, horse health monitoring, and general facility operations.
Ideal candidates bring strong organizational and communication skills, demonstrated riding instruction experience across levels, and a commitment to equine safety and community engagement.
This is a full-time, exempt position requiring schedule flexibility, including occasional evenings or weekends.
Requirements
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Equine Studies or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional horse care experience.
- Demonstrated riding proficiency and experience teaching in equine education settings.
- Demonstrated experience teaching community and intermediate-level riders.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Required Key Skills
Riding Equine First-Aid Teaching People SkillsRequired Expertise
Working with childrenJob Benefits
At Wilson College, we offer a competitive benefits package to support employees’ health, well-being, and professional growth. Full-time employees may enroll in medical, dental, and vision coverage and receive college-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance. Additional benefits include HSAs and FSAs, a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with TIAA, tuition remission for employees and eligible family members, and Tuition Exchange opportunities.
We promote a supportive, collegial workplace with work-life balance, free access to our fitness center, flexible dining options, and a confidential Employee Assistance Program. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer, employees may also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
- Employer No
- 354331
- Website
- https://www.wilson.edu/
- Location
- Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, USA
Equestrian Employer Details
The Wilson College Equestrian Center is a hands-on learning facility. As the epicenter of equestrian activity at Wilson College, the multimillion-dollar facility conveniently located in the heart of campus provides students and their horses with first-rate stabling opportunities, as well as indoor and outdoor arenas.
About Wilson College: Wilson College is a private coeducational college rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Located in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, on a historic 300-acre campus, the institution offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs and is committed to a transformative educational experience that balances academic quality, access, affordability, and supportive rigor. Recent federal data suggests the average cost for a student to attend Wilson College after all financial aid is $2,300 less than that of a nearby public institution. Classes are offered in-person, online, and via hybrid modalities.