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**Position Available: Manager at RVHR Horse Rescue**<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our 501(c)(3) horse rescue is seeking a dependable Manager to oversee daily operations at the rescue, handle property maintenance, assist with some office tasks, and support the CEO in caring for our rescued horses. If you are a hands-on leader who loves animals, enjoys life on a farm, and wants to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

**Position Details:** <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are looking for a 1099 Contract Employee to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The ideal candidate will be dependable, hardworking, and possess some horse experience, although it is not a requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a hands-on position that involves daily horse care, general barn\/property maintenance, and office support. We seek someone who is enthusiastic about a career in the horse industry, takes initiative, pays attention to detail, and can work independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily feeding and care of horses and other onsite animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Preparing feed and supplements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Distributing hay according to each horse\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Cleaning stalls and outbuildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Cleaning water troughs and feed buckets weekly or as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Assisting with minor medical care for any injured animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Monitoring feed, supplements, hay, and supplies, and notifying the CEO when orders need to be placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Assisting during farrier visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Helping with visitors and volunteers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Maintaining the barns and surrounding areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Cleaning and organizing the feed and tack rooms as well as the main barn areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Conducting weekly fence checks and performing minor fence repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Assisting with some office tasks (such as fundraising online, direct mailings, database upkeep, Facebook posting, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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**Requirements:**<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

– A desire to help and care for animals in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Must be at least 18 years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Reliable transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Excellent communication skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Ability to manage work hours efficiently and accomplish daily tasks independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Strong attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Dependable and punctual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Willingness to learn ground manners for working with horses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Willingness to learn to use facility equipment (tractors, mowers, weeders, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Ability to safely handle horses and recognize changes in behavior and appetite, and check for injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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**The right candidate should be:**<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Willing to work outdoors in all seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Reliable and trustworthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Able to work independently and recognize what needs to be done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Comfortable with physical work, including lifting hay\/feed over 50 lbs, and cleaning stalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Eager to learn and grow within the position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to communicate effectively in English for safety and work instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? Prepared to work in a no-cell-phone environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

**Compensation:** <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salary is based on experience, ranging from $14.50 to $17.33 per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is not just a job; it’s a lifestyle. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys and cares for horses and other animals and takes pride in keeping everything clean, safe, organized, and running smoothly.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Please note that once you submit this form, you should hear from an RVHR staff member within 48 hours. If you do not, please call us at 540-525-1251 <\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div>