Careers

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Equine Manager

 

Reports To: Executive Director
Status: 30 hours per week, Exempt
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Wage: $25.00 per hour

 

Position Summary:

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The Equine Manager supports the mission, vision, values, and service standards of Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding & Horsemanship (CTRH). This position has primary responsibility for the care, training, and management of CTRH horses and for supervising barn staff and volunteers to ensure safe, high-quality equine operations in accordance with PATH Intl. standards.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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Equine Care & Facility Management

• Maintain the overall health, wellness, and appearance of CTRH horses, providing hands-on care as needed

• Schedule and attend regular veterinary, farrier, chiropractic, and dental appointments

• Ensure compliance with PATH Intl. standards for horse health, facilities, and recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate and complete horse records in accordance with CTRH policies and procedures

• Oversee daily feeding, turnout, and barn chores (Monday–Friday)

• Maintain stables, arenas, pastures, and barn areas

 

Tack, Equipment & Supplies

• Manage tack room organization, cleanliness, and maintenance

• Ensure all tack is properly fitted and in good repair

• Oversee cleaning of tack and equipment, including regular washing of saddle pads

• Organize and monitor barn and horse supply inventory

 

Staff & Volunteer Supervision

• Schedule, train, and supervise barn staff and volunteers

• Schedule, train, and supervise Exercise Riders

• Assist with Horse Leader and Exercise Rider training and testing

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment

• Hold effective team meetings as needed

Horse Training & Program Support

• Develop and implement training and conditioning programs for program horses

• Locate and screen potential program horses

• Communicate regularly with staff regarding equine status and needs

• Assist staff in maintaining a safe environment for participants and volunteers

Administrative & Organizational Responsibilities

• Assist in creating, monitoring, and updating equine-related policies and procedures in compliance with PATH standards

• Provide reports as requested

• Uphold all guidelines outlined in the CTRH Employee Handbook

• Attend designated meetings, training, and in-services

• Ability to respond to equine-related emergencies seven (7) days per week

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Board of Directors

 

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Certification, Licensure & Registration

• Valid driver’s license required

• Must maintain valid auto insurance

 

Experience

• Two (2) to three (3) years of barn management experience

• Experience in horse training and conditioning required

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Email, etc.)

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills

• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from staff, volunteers, clients, families, partners, and the public

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze information and draw sound conclusions

• Professional demeanor and positive attitude

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to work physically active days in all weather conditions — sun, heat, and cold

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks.