Equine Care Assistant

About the role

The Rockford Park District is seeking a Seasonal TitleEquine Care Assistant to join our team at Lockwood Park - Perks Family Equine Center. This position performs horse chore tasks and administers medication to farm animals.

Responsibilities

• Catches and feeds animals assigned for grain, medicates and worms animals as needed, feeds hay, tends to animal injuries, catches and holds horses for the farrier and veterinarian services
• Administers medication to identified equine and farm animals; accurately records dosage information
• Reviews feed and medication charts; completes tasks effectively and safely
• Observes and understands equine behavior; identifies sick or injured animals
• Informs Animal Operations Manager of supplies needed
• Preserves and cares for equipment of the Rockford Park District
• Affords site safety concerns to the Animal Operations Manager and Maintenance Supervisor
• Represents the Park District in a friendly and positive manner when communicating with program participants, parents/guardians, staff, volunteers, and all other park visitors
• Attends scheduled staff meetings and training sessions as determined by the Animal Operations Manager

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED
• Previous experience working with or around horses required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Driver’s License
• First Aid, CPR, and AED training (can be obtained through the Rockford Park District)

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force rarely, in excess of 50 pounds occasionally, and in excess of 10 pounds constantly
• Moderately physically intensive tasks, potentially including any combination of the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, repetitive motions, substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Physically active position that involves stamina