Wrangler (Part-Time)

About the role

This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The Wrangler role involves serving campers and guests through multiple horsemanship activities. Wranglers are responsible for the safety of the campers, care of the horses, managing facilities, Sky Ranch’s famous camp rodeo, programmed events, and helping connect the Bible study curriculum in a hands-on way during their time with the campers.

Wranglers oversee the day-to-day operations of all horse activities and maintain the livery and its livestock throughout the entire summer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the well-being of all animals on the ranch.
• Steward all equipment and supplies.
• Promote a safe environment for all campers, staff, and animals.
• Conduct classes for ministry programs, including Summer Camp and Outdoor Education.
• Lead group trail rides and activities for Retreats guests and Outdoor Education classes.
• Drive trucks with trailers (people movers) to various locations as needed.
• Assist the Head Wrangler and leadership staff in providing a program and environment that nurtures spiritual growth for campers.
• Maintain compliance with Sky Ranch’s employee policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal laws and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Zero to two years of working with and being around horses.
• CPR, first aid, and AED certified (Sky Ranch will cover obtaining certifications).
• In-depth understanding of animal husbandry and horses.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.
• Fun, compassionate, responsible, and physically capable to participate in all camp activities.
• Interest and desire to keep campers safe.
• Excellent leadership skills to influence people toward a desired outcome.
• Ability to facilitate small group classes effectively.
• Ability to relate positively and sensitively to a broad spectrum of people, including guests (youth and families), co-workers, and peers.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to build unity within a team.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.
• Ability to exercise independent thinking and initiative.
• Ability to handle complex situations and make effective, timely decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task and manage a variety of tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate Sky Ranch’s vision to internal and external customers.
• Commitment to Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.
• Must fully support Sky Ranch’s Doctrinal Statement.
• Active membership in a church aligned with Sky Ranch’s Doctrinal Statement.
• Commitment to Sky Ranch’s Vision, Mission, Values (A.R.E.), and Principles (WOW, Stewardship, and Excellence) demonstrated in daily behavior.
• Must pass an annual background check and review of child safety practices as required for camp accreditation by the American Camping Association.

Physical Demands

• Much physical effort required on a routine basis; ability to use up to 20 pounds of force frequently for moving and carrying objects, with occasional need to carry 50 pounds.
• Must be able to ride a horse for extended duration and/or distance.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull, carry, or otherwise manipulate objects; requires action of muscles or groups of muscles and foot and/or hand-eye coordination.
• Work requires physical agility, including bending, reaching, crawling, stooping, and climbing.

Work Environment

• Hazards may include slipping, tripping, and falling from a horse.
• Works outdoors the majority of the time, exposed to seasonal weather elements.
• Often works in environments with dust, hay, horse hair, and manure.
• Ability to travel to various geographic locations, including travel by car and some overnight stays, including weekends.