Equestrian Volunteer Coordinator and Instructor

National Ability Center • Park City, UT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Equestrian Volunteer Coordinator and Instructor serves two essential functions within the Equestrian Department. The position recruits, trains, schedules, and supports volunteers who help deliver the Equestrian Program, using Salesforce and HandsOn Connect to manage placements, required paperwork, and volunteer hours. The role 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, the Coordinator helps ensure volunteers are appropriately placed, engaged, and connected to the National Ability Center’s mission and core values. Duties include coordinating volunteer training and communication, maintaining records and reports, supporting volunteer development, and assisting with fundraising events and program projects. The position also conducts lesson preparation and follow-up, including participant assessments, lesson plans, progress notes, and discussions with parents, interns, and volunteers.

This is a full-time, year-round, non-exempt hourly position with benefits, based on-site in Park City, Utah. It is not eligible for remote work and requires occasional weekend and after-hours 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 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 immigration-process sponsorship is not available.
• Strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit to manage multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to receive feedback positively and provide timely, solution-driven, professional feedback.
• Ability to supervise volunteers, delegate tasks, and coach volunteers in developing their skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving capacity.
• Exceptional communication skills 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.

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 scheduled roles.
• 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 about needs and changes.
• Communicate frequently with volunteers to assess satisfaction and placement and provide feedback when needed.
• Establish a regular cadence of 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 events to advance program goals and volunteer needs.
• Coordinate teams of volunteers for projects throughout the year.

Benefits

• Health insurance with Health Savings Account employer contribution.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Voluntary accident and hospital plans.
• Paid time off (PTO) annually.
• 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