Temporary Equine Specialist

Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School•Danvers, MA

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About The Position

Essex North Shore is seeking a full-time Temporary Equine Specialist to join the Farm Crew. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, with the potential to convert to a full-time role based on District needs. Satisfactory CORI, SAFIS and SORI required. Tuesday through Saturday schedule. 7am-3pm. Medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick, and personal time per the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement . Bilingual preferred. JOB DESCRIPTION EQUINE SPECIALIST QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent, a degree in Equine Management preferred; 5 years of equine management experience; Highly skilled in all aspects of horsemanship; Knowledge of methods, materials, and practices in equine management; Valid driver’s license; Massachusetts Riding Instructor license preferred; Valid Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer 1C-2A license preferred; OSHA 10 preferred; Familiar with the operation of farm equipment; Ability to work independently and prioritize work tasks. REPORTS TO: Manager of Farm RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform all aspects of equine care. Directly responsible for the operation of the Equine Barn, including hands-on tasks such as feeding, cleaning stalls, and turning horses out to paddocks. Provide medical treatments, equine nutritional needs, and equine behavioral management techniques. Provide teachers with instructional support to ensure the barn and horses are ready for the school day. Work alongside instructional staff in the Animal Science programs to engage student learning. Plan day and resources according to the learning plan by the equine instructors. Completes routine maintenance of equipment to maintain reliability and sustain operations. Communicate medical needs of horses to the Manager of Farm and Grounds and the Veterinarian as directed. Schedule and assist the Farrier. Communicate inventory and supply needs to the Manager of Farm and Grounds. Assist with the harvesting and stacking of hay bales each year. Assist other Animal Specialists as needed. Keep all working areas clean and organized. Schedule and supervise weekend, night, and floater barn workers. Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities not inconsistent with the role, as the Manager of Farm and Grounds may assign. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is a twelve-month 40-hour-per-week position. This position may require a weekend schedule. The holder of this position must be willing to develop professionally in the field. This position is part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees, Council 93, Local 245 and the School District.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, a degree in Equine Management preferred
5 years of equine management experience
Highly skilled in all aspects of horsemanship
Knowledge of methods, materials, and practices in equine management
Valid driver’s license
Familiar with the operation of farm equipment
Ability to work independently and prioritize work tasks.

Nice To Haves

Massachusetts Riding Instructor license preferred
Valid Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer 1C-2A license preferred
OSHA 10 preferred
Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of equine care.
Directly responsible for the operation of the Equine Barn, including hands-on tasks such as feeding, cleaning stalls, and turning horses out to paddocks.
Provide medical treatments, equine nutritional needs, and equine behavioral management techniques.
Provide teachers with instructional support to ensure the barn and horses are ready for the school day.
Work alongside instructional staff in the Animal Science programs to engage student learning.
Plan day and resources according to the learning plan by the equine instructors.
Completes routine maintenance of equipment to maintain reliability and sustain operations.
Communicate medical needs of horses to the Manager of Farm and Grounds and the Veterinarian as directed.
Schedule and assist the Farrier.
Communicate inventory and supply needs to the Manager of Farm and Grounds.
Assist with the harvesting and stacking of hay bales each year.
Assist other Animal Specialists as needed.
Keep all working areas clean and organized.
Schedule and supervise weekend, night, and floater barn workers.
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities not inconsistent with the role, as the Manager of Farm and Grounds may assign.