BARN MANAGER (PAY GRADE 20) AFSCME LOCAL 459

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.

Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).

New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs supervisory, administrative and general maintenance duties involving seven-day coverage relating to New Castle County’s equestrian center; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs supervisory, administrative, and general work relating to New Castle County’s Equestrian Center and Carousel Park. The duties require the ability to perform heavy physical labor efficiently. This employee supervises employees working in the barn operation and works under general supervision. An employee in this class must express a willingness to learn and prepare for assignments of progressively increasing difficulty. This employee will be required to work a rotating shift and hours which shall include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

• Supervises and directs work of subordinate staff and volunteers;
• Assists with barn duties when necessary;
• Directs staff responsible for general stable maintenance in and around the buildings, barns, grounds, stable ring, pastures, and trails;
• Prepares required reports and inventories;
• Keeps management informed of any injuries, sicknesses, shoe loss, lameness, staffing issues, problems with horses, and equipment, and any other necessary information;
• Maintains updated files on all horses to include farrier dates, bills, and corrective shoeing of horses; veterinary notes on diagnosis and treatments, coggins tests vaccinations; bill of sales; trial period forms and other related information;
• Assists in purchasing materials and supplies;
• Assists in assessing the riding level of potential students;
• Assists in interviews of potential employees;
• Emphasizes safety in the workplace in order to avoid employee injuries;
• Develops monthly work schedules and records time sheets;
• Assists in training new horses, and retrains present stock as needed;
• Schedules veterinary and farrier appointments;
• Assists the veterinarian and takes notes in reference to the treatment of injured or ill horses;
• Administers medications, injections, and toxic medications to ill or injured horses;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of safety policies and procedures; good knowledge of and ability to work with horses; some knowledge of or ability to learn a variety of maintenance and manual tasks; ability to perform mathematical calculations; ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of issues; ability to lift heavy objects; ability to understand simple oral instructions; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to perform heavy manual labor and routine work for an extended period under varying weather conditions; must be available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least three (3) years of equestrian experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills and abilities. At least one (1) year supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver’s license or its equivalent; must pass a Class II County physical examination and background check.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Laura McDermott
Office of Human Resources
Laura.McDermott@newcastlede.gov

Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.

Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:

• - 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days
1 – 4 years of service
• - 10 days of vacation
5 – 9 years of service
• - 15 days of vacation
10 – 14 years of service
• - 20 days of vacation
15 years of service
• - 25 days of vacation
15 years of service
• - 25 days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)

Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).

Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit - $50,000; Maximum benefit - $200,000.

Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.

Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.

Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.

Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.

Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.

Revised: 12/15/15