Job no : R-0000001073
R-0000001073
Position Title :
Director Of Equestrian Center
Faculty or Staff : Staff
Staff
Full Time or Part Time :
Full time
In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote :
In-Person
Minimum Starting Rate of Pay :
$96,970.00Rate of pay commensurate with experience
Start Date : 09 / 01 / 2024
09 / 01 / 2024
Job Description :
Equestrian Center Mission
The Mount Holyoke College Equestrian Center serves four main groups Mount Holyoke College students, its employees, the Mount Holyoke College community, and outside equestrians.
As at the rest of the college, the development of our students is paramount. We strive to be a nationally renowned, self sustaining center for equestrian education that supports and teaches the qualities inherent in superior horsemanship respect and kindness, self-discipline, athletic excellence, responsibility and sportsmanship.
We will utilize our world class facility to support this effort through hosting appropriate competitions and attracting internationally renowned clinicians and seminars.
We will be successful when we are sought after by prospective students and outside equestrians alike, we provide a rewarding and
supportive environment for our employees, and we make a positive contribution to the college and equestrian profession.
Duties and responsibilities
Direct supervision of the Equestrian Center Management Team : Director of Intercollegiate Coaching, Physical Education Program Manager, Marketing and Events Manager, and Stable Manager to complete all functions necessary for the successful achievement of the Equestrian Center Mission.
Prepare annual operating budgets; monitor and control expenses. Prepare management reports.
Work with the Business Coordinator to manage record keeping and billing.
Organize the development of structure, policies and procedures of the Equestrian Center (EC), assign responsibilities for overall operations of the EC and supervise personnel carrying out these responsibilities to ensure that the various programs function in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of the EC and the College.
Work with the management team to update the operations manual; schedule the use of the facilities and update calendars.
Coordinate the hiring, training, supervision and evaluations of all staff and programs.
Partner with the Stable Manager in hiring and training stable staff and their scheduling.
Partner with the PE Program manager to hire and train PE Riding Instructors.
Assist the Director of Intercollegiate Coaching in the efforts to recruit prospective students to Mount Holyoke College.
Work with the Stable Manager to assemble, evaluate, and maintain an appropriate number of safe and sound school horses that are adequate for the needs of the instructional and intercollegiate programs.
Partner with the PE Program Manager and Stable Manager to develop and oversee a proactive safety program for riders and horses.
Partner with the Marketing and Events Manager to maintain the EC facility and grounds including routine servicing and maintenance of indoor and outdoor arena surfaces, cross-country course, paddocks, and pastures, as well as repairs to the jumps and routine maintenance of track and other equipment.
This includes coordinating with the Facilities Management Department
Coordinate with the Marketing and Events Manager and Assistant Events Coordinator to oversee the development and publication of EC promotional materials and coordinate publicity activities.
Collaborate with the MHC Advancement team on fundraising initiatives.
Serve as a resource person and provide support for all riding and stable staff.
Attend monthly meetings of the Operational Policy Council.
Attend Athletics Staff meetings and designated Division of Student Life meetings.
Attend special events as necessary to promote the MHC Equestrian Center.
Build relationships with prospective students and their families, current students, alums and alongside the Advancement Team, potential donors.
Teach riding classes as part of the physical education program.
Being on-call for equine emergencies when the Stable Manager is unavailable.
Qualifications
Proven familiarity with multiple disciplines of riding hunter seat equitation / jumpers / dressage / 3 day eventing / western.
Proven budget management experience.
Ability to drive a truck and trailer is preferred.
Minimum 3 years of direct management experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a collegiate equestrian setting is preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in the equine industry.
Minimum of 5 years of direct horse care experience, preferably in a national or international level environment.
Education Experience :
Bachelor’s Degree is required
License / Certifications
CPR / AED certification required
Valid driver’s license required
MA State Riding Instructor’s License
Working Conditions
This position requires some night and weekend work.
This position requires working in all types of weather conditions, including snow and rain, varying temperature conditions, uneven terrain as well as non-improved surfaces.
This position may also require the Director to be on-call when the Stable Manager is unavailable.
Physical Demands
Known equestrian hazards of working with large animals in differing environments, temperaments, and tight quarters are part of this job.
Sometimes moving quickly, while maintaining balance is necessary.
Occasionally it may be necessary to have :
The ability to work on their feet for 4-8 hours per day
The ability to lift a 55-pound hay bale overhead
The ability to squat and lift a fully loaded 10-yard wheel barrow and push it up an incline to be dumped.
Stall Benefit
The Director of the Equestrian Center receives the benefit of one stall at no cost to board their horse. The stall cannot be sublet.
Direct reports
Director of Intercollegiate Riding
PE Program Manager
Marketing and Events Manager
Stable Manager
Business Coordinator
Background Checks :
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college.
As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants :
Apply online; application materials must include :
- A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
- A complete resume or curriculum vitae
- For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Mount Holyoke College, the leading gender-diverse women’s college, is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
We are a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students, united in our mission to offer an intellectually adventurous education in the liberal arts through academic programs that are renowned internationally for their cross-disciplinary excellence, experiential approach, and commitment to diversity.
Mount Holyoke College is a welcoming and inclusive environment that values and respects individuals of all backgrounds. As an EOE, we encourage members of historically underrepresented groups or nontraditional backgrounds to apply for open positions at our institution.
The College has a long-standing tradition of providing women and other historically underrepresented groups with access to an innovative educational experience that prepares students for purposeful leadership by integrating hands-on opportunities into the curriculum.
We firmly believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our ability to prepare students for success in an increasingly globalized world.
We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants and to building an exemplary workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body and the communities we serve.
Our ultimate goal is to produce graduates who are capable of engaging thoughtfully, effectively, and boldly with the world.
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