Equestrian Barn Manager

Description

Passionate about the outdoors and seeking career growth Colorado's stunning mountains? Join Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa in our Stables Department for an unforgettable experience surrounded by the Rockies' beauty. Work with animals, lead adventures, and create lasting memories for guests. Affordable shared staff housing allows you to live amidst this picturesque setting, with easy access to year-round outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, and exploration. Turn your passion into a rewarding career in one of Colorado’s best mountain towns! 

Principle Purpose of Job

As the Equestrian Barn Manager at Cabin Creek Stables, your mission is to ensure exceptional guest experiences and operational efficiency. You'll oversee day-to-day operations, focusing on revenue growth, guest satisfaction, and employee engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and conduct horseback, wagon, and sleigh rides, ensuring each guest enjoys a safe and memorable adventure at Cabin Creek Stables.
• Take charge of all guest activities offered through the stables, overseeing every detail to guarantee a seamless and enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages.
• Handle employee scheduling and training, cultivating a skilled and motivated team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and upholding the ranch's standards.
• Manage and assist the training of all animals through natural horsemanship practices related to horseback riding and driving teams of draft horses
• Purchase and cull all Stables livestock for the ranch
• Collaborate on marketing initiatives to enhance the stables' visibility and attract new guests, contributing ideas and insights to drive business growth.
• Organize and oversee various projects aimed at improving stables operations and guest experiences, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and within budget.
• Develop and manage budgets, optimizing resources to achieve financial goals while maintaining high standards of service and care.
• Maintain exemplary standards of equine care, prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of all stabled animals through attentive oversight and proactive veterinary management.
• Procure necessary supplies for smooth stables operations, managing inventory levels and vendor relationships to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
• Recruit and hire personnel as needed to support stables operations, selecting candidates who align with the ranch's values and commitment to excellence.
• Oversee the training and development of wranglers, providing guidance and support to foster a skilled and cohesive team capable of delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Ensure the upkeep of stables facilities, including fences, corrals, and equipment, conducting regular inspections and maintenance to uphold safety and functionality standards.
• Preserve and service carriages, wagons, and sleighs, ensuring they are in optimal condition for guest use and contributing to the overall quality of the guest experience.

Requirements

• Degree in Animal Science and/or minimum 3 years of stables operations experience.
• Preference for candidates with experience in natural horsemanship
• Preference for candidates with hospitality background in a trail riding operation.
• Expertise in horsemanship, including trail riding and driving teams of draft horses.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery required.
• Ability to drive a truck and trailer required.
• Strong knowledge of horse health and large animal care.
• First Aid/CPR certification desirable.
• Willingness to be on-call during specific periods.
• Previous experience in education, teaching, or coaching preferred.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Physical fitness to meet the demands of the role.

Compensation Description:

$60,000 - $70,000/yr Competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. 

Benefits and Perks:

• 152 hours of Paid Time Off if FT, Year-Round employment status.
• Affordable furnished housing, if working a minimum of 35 hours/week or more.
• Health, Dental & Life & Vision Insurances, plus 401k Employer Match of up to $4,000 annually--if FT, Year-Round employment status.
• Wellness Program opportunities including meditation, complimentary daily Yoga, trail running & mountain-biking workshops.
• 25% discounts at all Devil's Thumb Ranch restaurants, activities including Trail Rides, and Spa Treatments.
• Discounted Winter Park Ski Resort season pass (available annually in season) or 1/2 price Grand Park Rec Center Pass.
• Referral bonus of $250 if we hire someone you refer.

Due to the nature of our 24-hour operation, there is no guaranteed work schedule. Managers will try to accommodate specific schedule requests, but they are never guaranteed if business volume prohibits. 

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences of relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Devil's Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.