Wrangler- Summer 2027

Paws Up Montana•Greenough, MT

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Paws Up Montana is America's premier luxury ranch resort. Set on a 37,000-acre working Angus and bison ranch, Paws Up embodies the spirit of the American West with constant innovation and evolution to deliver the quintessential luxury experience for affluent and influential travelers from all over the world. It's a family owned and award-winning destination that truly inspires. Our Wranglers add to the memorable experience for our guests, taking them trail rides and cattle drives around property, teaching arena lessons and horse whispering, all while being professional, having a positive outlook, taking ownership of their work, and creating a safe environment where people can grow and create unforgettable memories.

Requirements

Applicants for the position must have integrity.
Applicants for the position must be honest, open and direct.
Applicants for the position must be hard working and disciplined.
Applicants for the position must have problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
Applicants for the position must be able to be held accountable without having their feelings hurt.
Applicants for the position must be punctual and consistent.
Applicants for the position must have a positive, “can do” attitude and a willing, outgoing personality.
Applicants for the position must have a growth mindset.
Applicants for the position must be gritty and determined.
Applicants for the position must appreciate diversity.
Applicants for the position must have the ability to play their own devil’s advocate before assuming anything.
Applicants for the position must be selfless and give more than they take.
Applicants for the position must have a deep understanding of and ability to RIDE FOR THE BRAND.
Horseback riding experience is a must, whether English or Western (riding videos will be requested during the interview process).
Valid State Driver’s License with two years of driving experience.

Nice To Haves

progressing horses using the ranch’s horsemanship techniques
work at their feel, timing and balance
work at their seat and leg aids
work at giving to pressure (a long and low release, lateral flexion, vertical flexion / soft feel, punctuality)
work at independent movement of the front and hind quarters (cow turns / turn on the haunches, rolling the hind end / turn on the forehand)
work at keeping horse within the rider’s rectangle
work at setting boundaries on the ground and in the saddle
groundwork their horses at the beginning of each day, using the program approved methods and expectations
put a first ride on them in the arena
work through the program’s riding checklist, step by step, to ensure the horse’s focus and development

Responsibilities

Leading guest trail rides on project horses.
Instruct guests on basic horsemanship, assisting guests onto horses, guiding them on rides and conversing about the horses, The Resort and the history of the area to provide an exemplary guest experience.
Prepare horses for trail rides and horse related activities, such as catching, grooming, saddling, bridling, feeding, doctoring and tack repair.
Progressing horses using the ranch’s horsemanship techniques.
General ranch chores including lifting grain bags and hay bales.
Assist in daily herd health management and identify injuries or soundness issues prior to selecting horses for activities; assist in basic veterinary care as needed.
Focus on the safety of guests, self, co-workers and livestock while executing daily job duties.
Assist with dispatching rides and assigning horses as needed.
Participate in and follow all health and safety standards, regulations, and policies.
Converse with the guests at a high level, being aware of their needs and fulfill special guest requests as instructed by management or the guest directly.
Ensure confidentiality of guests throughout their stay.
Other duties as assigned.
Display hospitality and professionalism to our guests and team members at all times, take pride in representing Paws Up Montana professionally with our guests and assure that all transactions with guests are handled in a legal, ethical, and confidential manner.
Maintain a favorable working relationship with all Resort team members to foster and promote a positive working environment.
Maintain a clean and neat appearance at all times.
Perform work in a safe and high-quality manner.