Equine Farm Coordinator 1

The Ohio State University • Wooster, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the GDAL Equine Herd Manager, this position provides essential support for faculty and students in equine-related classes and fieldwork. Responsibilities include assisting with classes and labs, providing general animal care, and maintaining facilities and equipment to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• No prior experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 0–2 years of experience in animal care, equine handling, or related agricultural work.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty and students during classes, labs, and fieldwork activities.
• Provide general animal care, including feeding, handling, training, health checks, breeding, and parturition monitoring.
• Maintain and clean facilities, stalls, and equipment.
• Record and maintain accurate data and records for demonstrations and student instruction.
• Operate basic equipment and vehicles, including animal transportation.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and student employees; may supervise student workers.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering feed and supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees