Head Wrangler - Camp Jackson

Overview

The YMCA of Pueblo is looking for Summer Staff for our resident camp at YMCA Camp Jackson in Rye, Colorado. Camp Jackson Staff live an active outdoor lifestyle. Working at Summer Camp requires energy, enthusiasm, compassion, and a passion for making the world a better place. Our team of dedicated professionals work closely together in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest to create meaningful outdoor experiences for youth and families.

Camp Jackson is looking for an Head Wrangler who will enthusiastically represent the YMCA by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. The Head Wrangler must embody the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. This position is responsible for developing and leading curriculum for weeklong western riding programs for beginners to advanced riders, as well as caring for 12 head of horses, and maintaining all equipment. They also must lead daily trail rides while ensuring a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals. All camp staff may assist in the maintenance and housekeeping of camp facilities. This is a seasonal position.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an exciting and safe Horse Masters program incorporating the YMCA’s values
• Immediately report any safety, health or equipment maintenance problems to the Camp Director upon discovery
• Maintain inventory of necessary equipment/supplies and inform the Camp Director of needed supplies in a timely fashion
• Prepare for and actively participate in staff training and staff meetings
• Act as a positive role model for campers and other staff, demonstrating the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in the performance of job duties
• Play an active role in all camp activities
• Will work stay over weekends as assigned
• Evaluate current season and make suggestions for future season
• To perform all other duties as needed or assigned
• These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned, and other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Riding experience required
• Previous experience developing riding curriculum
• High School Diploma required; College degree preferred
• CHA, AHA, ARIA or AAHS certification required
• Prior experience with youth or family programming
• Must possess a cooperative spirit and be committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to campers, staff, and program participants
• Manage a safe and positive equestrian experience for campers and staff
• Show proficiency in western riding, horse care, grooming, tacking, and all other appropriate skills
• Six months of satisfactory and verifiable experience with school age children, and/or family programming preferred
• Previous overnight camping experience preferred
• Teaching experience preferred

Benefits

• 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
• Adult membership to the YMCA of Pueblo
• 50% discount on Association member rate for classes or programs that require a member fee
• 25% discount on registration fee to Camp Jackson for immediate family members (must live in the same household as the employee)
• Career development and training opportunities

OUR CULTURE:Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

Salary : $525