What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equestrian Center Assistant Director of Programming position at Liberty University?
The Campus Rec Assistant Director is responsible to provide and oversee effective operations for respective Campus Recreation administration, programs, and/or facilities. The Assistant Director may provide direction to full-time, part-time, and student workers by supervising tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining safety and reducing risk.
The full time Assistant Director of Programming position is responsible for implementation of Equestrian Center programs and events. The position directly oversees the equine related programming at the equestrian center and will have instructional duties including but not limited to lessons, trail rides, classes and practices. This position will also be responsible for the consideration/creation of special events along with implementation. The position will manage a team of full, part-time and student employees.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
This position is responsible for supervision of 8-10 student workers, full and part-time employees. This position will also be responsible for assisting with interviewing, training and evaluation of student staff.
Qualifications And Credentials
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Communication and Comprehension
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is an outdoor setting in all-weather conditions. Work will be performed at variable temperatures and may include exposure to sun and dust. Noise level is generally moderate with occasional higher levels from equipment.
Driving Requirements
Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required. The ability to drive a truck and trailer is preferred.
Target Hire Date
2025-05-08
Time Type
Full time
Location
Lynchburg - In Office
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.
The full time Assistant Director of Programming position is responsible for implementation of Equestrian Center programs and events. The position directly oversees the equine related programming at the equestrian center and will have instructional duties including but not limited to lessons, trail rides, classes and practices. This position will also be responsible for the consideration/creation of special events along with implementation. The position will manage a team of full, part-time and student employees.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
- Responsible for directly overseeing a team of full, part-time and student employees to facilitate operations and programming. This includes hiring, training, developing, scheduling and evaluating.
- Direct instruction of equine related activities including lessons, trail rides, classes and team practices.
- Oversight of recreational lesson program including scheduling and payments.
- Coordinate the development of competitions, special events, planning and logistics.
- Assist in the maintenance of the horse herd including riding, training, grooming and basic medical treatment.
- Open and/or close the barn according to opening and closing procedures.
- Assists in the maintenance and adherence of risk management procedures and policies, ensuring compliance with University policies.
- Document and report incidents and injuries during any activities at the equestrian center.
- Document, track, and report program statistics and objectives progress in the areas of equestrian center revenue, participation, and survey feedback.
- Make purchases and recommendations for departmental assets or expenses.
- Frequently oversee and assist with events or operations during evening, nights or weekend hours.
- Remain up to date on industry standards and performance benchmarks and ensure that all equine related programming remains effective and current.
- Perform all other tasks assigned by the Director to aid and assist the operation of Campus Recreation facilities.
- Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.
This position is responsible for supervision of 8-10 student workers, full and part-time employees. This position will also be responsible for assisting with interviewing, training and evaluation of student staff.
Qualifications And Credentials
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 years prior horse experience (ownership, stable employment and/or professional equine experience)
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Valid driver’s license
- Current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications
- Ability to ride, train and prepare horses for all levels of riders. Experience with collegiate riding, teaching lessons and competing in horse shows. Familiarity with industry standards and practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills, problem solving ability and attention to detail
- Masters Degree or progress toward an advanced degree
- Degree in Equine related field
- Experience leading a team
Communication and Comprehension
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information to other staff, students and visitors.
- Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
- Ability to be punctual and reliable.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and inform supervisor as necessary.
- Ability to recognize potential hazards and prevent them.
- Ability to observe early signs of illness or injury in horses
- Ability to administer basic first aid to horses and follow professional guidance for continued treatment.
- Occasionally required to travel to local, campus and out of town locations.
- Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in all-weather, possible inclement outdoor conditions.
- Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, and move around the Equestrian Center.
- Handle horses, equipment and/or materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct operations.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is an outdoor setting in all-weather conditions. Work will be performed at variable temperatures and may include exposure to sun and dust. Noise level is generally moderate with occasional higher levels from equipment.
Driving Requirements
Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required. The ability to drive a truck and trailer is preferred.
Target Hire Date
2025-05-08
Time Type
Full time
Location
Lynchburg - In Office
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.
