Summary of Purpose:

Manage and lead daily aspects of horse care, treatment, training and outcomes. Assist in representing KHS publicly through PR, social media, partnerships and community relations. Duties (Essential Functions ): Management of the Equine Program Manage and oversee daily care, treatment, and training of animals in care. Administer medications and treatments to ill/injured animals under direction from a veterinarian; train equine care team to administer medications and treatments as appropriate. Schedule and assist with Veterinarian and Farrier appointments; ensure follow-up care protocols are followed by equine care team. Participate in rescue/field work for Equine CARE team as needed; lead team as needed in rescue efforts. Manage and oversee transport of horses to and from Willow Hope Farm. Ensure protocols are followed for equine intake, data collection, medical procedures, training assessments, and adoption; provide feedback on capacity for care and number of equines house at Willow Hope Farm. Coordinate placement of equines into adoptive homes, foster homes, and rescue groups and provide follow-up support. Train staff and volunteers at Willow Hope Farm in rescue situations. Collaborate with Equine Director to create content for marketing and social media for Equine CARE. Assist in euthanasia decisions and procedures as needed. Organizational Management Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for best practices in equine welfare and maintain industry standards. Ensure that the department operates according to legal, regulatory, safety, and security compliance. Work within guidelines of annual budget and in compliance with KHS strategic plan as it relates to equine services. Relationship Management Collaborate with the Equine Director and Willow Hope Farm Manager to maintain communications with partner agencies, industry contacts, and the horse community. Participate as needed in the strategic planning process for equine services. Participate in and represent KHS at events promoting proactive solutions and the Equine CARE program. Communicate with Equine Director regarding unusual activities, significant problems or concerns. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

1+ years of management or supervisory experience preferred. 3+ years experience working with horses of unknown health and behavior preferred. Ability to load, haul and handle horses for transport. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of equine health, medical needs, and treatment. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to prepare reports and maintain an efficient records system. Exceptional organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills. Self-directed with the ability to work independently/meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with little direct supervision. Ability to envision long-range goals and apply them to daily operations. Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with people of all backgrounds and personalities. Humane attitude towards animals. Ability to manage the emotional aspect of end-of-life service and humane euthanasia, and support staff in high-emotion circumstances. Accept, support, and represent KHS core values, programs, policies, and procedures. Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record and be willing to drive KHS vehicles. Ability to work a schedule inclusive of one weekend day. Background Check required. Physical, Psychosocial, and Cognitive Demands/ Working Environment Individual will have periods of sitting, communicating, and listening. Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, walking, and standing regularly while performing job functions. Occasionally lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to and exceeding 50 lbs. Working in an indoor desk environment and working with animals in a farm setting or events (indoor/outdoor) in varying weather conditions. Frequent travel outside of Louisville/Simpsonville. Potential for exposure to allergens (including but not limited to pet dander, dust, peanut butter), and zoonotic diseases (diseases transferred from animals to humans). Exposure to chemicals. Exposure to loud noise. Exposure to emotional circumstances. Fast-paced environment.