Equestrian Volunteer Coordinator and Instructor

National Ability Center • Park City, UT

2h • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Equestrian Volunteer Coordinator and Instructor serves two essential functions within the Equestrian Department. The role recruits, trains, schedules, and supports volunteers who make the Equestrian Program possible, using Salesforce and HandsOn Connect to manage placements, paperwork, and volunteer hours. The position also teaches safe, high-quality private and group adaptive riding lessons and Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) sessions for participants of all abilities.

Working closely with the Equestrian Senior Manager, program staff, and the volunteer department, this role keeps volunteers well placed, engaged, and connected to the National Ability Center’s mission and core values. It is a full-time, year-round, non-exempt position with benefits, based on-site in Park City, Utah. Occasional weekend and after-hours work is required, and the position is not eligible for remote work.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 2 years of experience teaching horseback riding lessons; adaptive riding instruction is preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment visa or other immigration sponsorship is not provided.
• Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to receive feedback positively and provide timely, solution-oriented, professional feedback.
• Ability to supervise volunteers, delegate tasks, and coach volunteers in developing their skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence to recruit, engage, and retain volunteers and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Commitment to a positive, fun, and team-oriented working environment.
• Ability to lift and maneuver equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors around horses in various weather conditions, including extreme weather.
• Ability to work occasional weekends and after hours for special fundraising events, routine horse care, or emergency response.

Nice To Haves

• PATH or CHA certification.
• Experience working with a nonprofit organization.
• Experience in therapeutic recreation or working with people with various disabilities.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Horsemanship and riding instruction experience.
• Experience with MS Office, Salesforce, and/or HandsOn Connect software.

Responsibilities

• Manage, schedule, and recruit volunteers for the National Ability Center’s equestrian programs.
• Train volunteers on the needs of the Equestrian Program and actively recruit and engage volunteers.
• Schedule and lead required volunteer training sessions in collaboration with the volunteer and equestrian departments.
• Teach adaptive horseback riding lessons and unmounted lessons, support equine-assisted learning in individual and group sessions, and perform other roles as scheduled.
• Conduct pre-lesson activities, including participant assessments, lesson planning, and reviewing progress notes.
• Conduct post-lesson activities, including discussing lessons with parents, interns, and volunteers; putting away tack and arena props; and recording student progress notes.
• Train and coordinate with program staff on volunteer procedures.
• Communicate with volunteers and the Equestrian and volunteer departments to ensure transparency about needs and changes.
• Communicate frequently with volunteers to ensure they are satisfied, appropriately placed, and receive feedback when needed.
• Establish regular communication about upcoming opportunities, events, and needs.
• Maintain detailed volunteer records, assignments, and required paperwork and background checks through Salesforce and HandsOn Connect.
• Track and report volunteer hours and prepare quarterly and annual reports when requested or required.
• Regularly evaluate program needs and staff engagement of volunteers.
• Provide and implement continuing education for volunteer engagement.
• Clearly communicate the organization’s mission and core values.
• Support other volunteer coordinators in other programs and events as needed.
• Assist with key fundraising activities and events to advance program goals and volunteer needs.
• Coordinate volunteer teams for projects throughout the year.

Benefits

• Health insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employer contribution to HSA.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary accident and hospital plans.
• Annual paid time off (PTO).
• 11 paid holidays and 2 paid personal days annually, including a paid day off on the employee’s birthday.
• 403(b) plan with employer match.
• Parental leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Pro Deals with gear companies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed