Farm Manager

Summary

The Farm Manager will plan, supervise, and participate in the business operations and maintenance of the horse farm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Selection, caring (including preventative and routine equine health practices and administering medial treatments as prescribed by a veterinarian), feeding, breeding, sale, and disposal of horses.
• Operation and maintenance of assigned farm/agricultural machinery, equipment, and equestrian facilities.
• Organizes, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned farm staff.
• Develops and implements work methods and procedures of all phases of equestrian operations
• Develops long-term and short-term plans for the Farm and recommends changes and improvements in equestrian operations, staffing, facilities, and equipment.
• Investigates complaints and resolves difficult issues related to equine animals and facilities.
• Periodically inspects equestrian buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify safety and sanitary hazards problems and initiates immediate or preventative maintenance measures.
• Assures adherence of farm/agricultural operations to Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning human and animal health, safety, and sanitation.
• Implements security measures to prevent theft and vandalism.
• Develops an annual budget and makes requisitions for equestrian supplies and equipment as needed.
• Interviews sales representatives regarding product specifications, trade practices, product availability, and pricing.
• Prepares correspondence and maintains records and production reports on equestrian activities and issues fiscal reports on equestrian activities and budget expenditures on a regular basis.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience with horses in a stable setting.
• Bachelors or four-year degree with a major in Equine Science or closely related field

Knowledge of:

• Farming/Agricultural principles and methods and their application to equestrian activities
• Selection, nutrition, care, breeding, sanitation, and disease control for equine
• State and local laws and regulations related to equine care and operations
• Basic veterinary care
• Agricultural waste disposal
• Public relations techniques for public contact in person and on the telephone
• Maintenance and operation of farm/agricultural equipment and machinery
• Health and safety laws and regulations applicable to farm/agricultural operations and product sales
• Principles of supervision and training
• Organization and management of records
• Operation of computer equipment and systems, software, and hardware common to equine operations

Skills

• Manage equestrian operations
• Plan, organize, and direct the business activities of a farm
• Develop plans for equestrian operations and make recommendations on improvements
• Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the work of assigned staff
• Train others in equestrian operations related activities
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Give clear and concise instructions
• Interpret and apply rules and regulations related to equestrian operations
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with staff and owners
• Analyze situations correctly and take effective action
• Evaluate work methods and performance
• Meet schedules and time lines
• Prepare accurate reports
• Keep accurate records
• Effectively utilize computer equipment in the performance of duties
• Learn specialized computer applications

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required stand, walk, ride horses, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stretch up or across, bend, contact grooming soaps and washes, light to heavy lifting/pulling/carrying, driving equipment, and use of hand tools. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will work both indoors in an office setting and outdoors in a range of all weathers. Conditions will vary based on weather and season. Walking on uneven ground will be frequent Animals may occasionally be dangerous, vigilance in the work environment will be necessary.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Saratoga Springs, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $27