What are the responsibilities and job description for the On-Call, Equestrian Center Farm and Barn Hand position at InsideHigherEd?
Position Overview
The University starting wage is $15 / hour.
Primary Function :
The Equestrian and Farm Hand will be responsible for the care and maintenance associated with either the plants and animals at the University Farm or the horses and barns at the University Equestrian Center. This position will work primarily evenings and weekends. Location assignment will be determined at the scheduled time. Supervision of the Equestrian and Farm Hand will be determined based on the location of the work.
This position receives direct supervision in which assignments and instructions are clearly and regularly explained. Completed assignments are routinely reviewed by the supervisor for correctness.
Position Appointment Details :
- Career Band : NE3
- Hourly position
- On-Call
Position Description
Typical Duties & Responsibilities :
University Farm as needed :
University Equestrian Center as needed :
Judgement Required :
Prescribed, established procedures are primarily used to perform the essential functions of this position.
Budgetary Responsibility :
None
Machines & Equipment Used :
Weedwacker, wrenches, watering wand, drip irrigation system, greenhouse venting system
Personal Interaction / Communication :
Attributes of a Successful Candidate
Education : High School graduate
Experience :
1 year of farm animal care (personal or professional), 1 year of personal gardening.
Job-Related Skills :
Has the ability to identify sick and injured animals; identify plants that need watering; read an instruction sheet and interpret a map. Additionally, can set up and maintain a temporary electric fence.
Licenses & Certifications :
Driver’s license and ability to become certified to drive a University vehicle.
Supplemental Information
Confidential Information :
None
Working Environment :
Outside work
Physical Requirements :
The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.
If you have questions about a position, the University application process, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to request an accommodation in the application and interview process please contact Human Resources at 931.598.1381 or email us at hr@sewanee.edu . DEI Institutional Statement :
At the University of the South, our commitment to inclusion and belonging is grounded in our core values of community, courage, flourishing, and inquiry. We seek to build a community enriched by our diversity and centered on equity, justice, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
The University of the South is an equal-opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.
Salary : $15
