Assistant Ranch Director

Arkansas Baptist Children & Family Ministries (ABCFM)•Harrison, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arkansas Baptist Ranch, a ministry of the Arkansas Baptist Children and Family Ministries (ABCFM), is a 400-acre working ranch (cattle and horses) near Harrison, Arkansas. The Ranch provides a place of residence for several large sibling group foster families, while also hosting a thriving Christian marriage and retreat ministry and a weekly men’s vocation and discipleship program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 3–5 years of relevant experience.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic team environment.
Effective communication and organizational skills.
Alignment with the mission, values, and Christian commitments of ABCFM.

Nice To Haves

Experience in any of the following is desirable: youth ministry/foster care, non-profit program development, outdoor/livestock skills programs.

Responsibilities

Aid the Ranch Director in planning, coordinating, and executing daily ranch operations and ministry activities.
Assist in the stewardship of ranch resources, including property, facilities, animals, and financial gifts.
Prepare facilities and program activities for use by guests and residents, including preparing retreat and public spaces for guests.
Routinely assist with light maintenance (cleaning, landscaping, painting).
Coordinate communication with donors and partners through reports, acknowledgments, and updates.
Collaborate with Ranch and ABCFM staff to improve systems, scheduling, and communication processes.
Serve as a point of contact with agency Communications Team members to promote ranch programs, events, and ministry impact.
Coordinate youth development programs, with a focus on foster children and families living on campus and in the surrounding community.
Develop and manage horse/livestock/poultry life skills programs and projects such as horsemanship, trail riding, livestock show animal projects.
Support and coordinate Ranch retreat activities for guests including campfires/cookouts, horseback riding, disc golf, hiking.
Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers to partner with the Ranch & ABCFM in the ministry.
Plan and implement quarterly outreach events to engage the community and increase awareness of ABCFM’s ministry.
Represent the Ranch at local events, meetings, and ministry opportunities.
Partner with Mission Advancement and Community Engagement staff to build relationships and expand statewide partnerships.
Contribute to developing new ministry initiatives that extend the Ranch’s impact.
Strengthen partnerships with Arkansas Baptist churches and local community organizations.