Children's Farm Program Staff

OVERVIEW

The Children’s Farm Program Staff member is an outgoing, positive individual with a passion for husbandry. This person is comfortable working with and being around animals of various species, including but not limited to handling, grooming, moving, and feeding. They have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to share what they know with others. This job is primarily weekends with some weekday morning/ early afternoon work.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Assists with all children’s farm programs including, but not limited to:
  • Birthday parties
  • Family Farm Days
  • Private tours/Field trips
  • Summer Camps
  • Special events/ Traveling farm
• Assist with or runs programs either independently or with coworkers/volunteers confidently
• Works directly with volunteers and the public professionally and with a welcoming demeanor
• Makes sure all program areas stay clean, safe, and presentable
• Ensures all program supplies stay stocked and organized
• Assist with feeding and watering of animals as needed
• Assist with monitoring the health and well-being of each animal; reports issues or concerns to Supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

THE LSC WAY

Our Culture is a top priority. As part of our commitment to culture, we have written a number of ‘Fundamentals’ called The LSC Way that are traits we value in our daily activities. The fundamentals that are critically important to this position are:

• Deliver Legendary Service
• Keep Things Fun
• Be Vigilant About Safety
• Communicate to be Understood
• Pitch in Wherever Necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Animal care experience and handling skills; will train
• Excellent facilitation experience in small and large group settings with all ages
• Basic knowledge of animal health
• Ability to remain calm, think clearly and act quickly and effectively in emergency/challenging situations
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent customer service and effective communication skills
• Ability to work a variety of shifts mostly, but not limited to, weekends

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or/ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school education or equivalent preferred; supplemented by one to two years of equestrian experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training; will train

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

No supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed essentially outdoors. While performing the duties of the job, employee is frequently exposed to loud noises and odors. Stands and walks for extended periods of time. Frequently performs moderate lifting and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs. While performing the semi-manual duties of this job, the employee works in hot and humid weather conditions. The employee is exposed to assorted soaps, sprays, horse manure, disinfectants, medicines, and odors associated with animal barns.