Position Purpose:

Responsible for maintaining High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Center’s 120-acre farm property, equipment and facility-related supplies. Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of all buildings, grounds, and equipment at the therapeutic riding and equine-assisted therapies center.

Organizational Relationships:

Reports to Operations Director; supervises Caretaker and committees

Resources Managed (budget and FTEs):

Full time salaried exempt position; Manages property and facility budget areas

Primary Duties:

Property Manager: Equine property and barn management experience required

• Maintain to the highest standard all aspects of facility – arena, barn, offices, buildings – for maximum safety and function. Act as handyman repairing and renovating a wide variety of plumbing and carpentry projects.
• Ensure pastures, barns, facility and grounds are safely maintained and meet the needs of the organization
• Maintain all farm equipment, including tractor, trailer, horse carriages, etc
• Ensure pastures, barns, facility and grounds are safely maintained and meet the needs of the organization
• Monitor and manage equine facilities, including pastures, barns, and arenas, to ensure safety and cleanliness
• Manage budgets and expenses related to property maintenance and improvements
• Create an update annual planning calendar for seasonal and ongoing maintenance activities
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors for repairs, renovations, and landscaping projects
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards as well as PATH Intl standards
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities and grounds to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards
• Stay informed about advancements in property management technology and practices
• Participate in Safety Council Committee meetings
• Partner with Building and Grounds Committee and facilitate meetings
• Develop and implement emergency preparedness plans for property and facilities
• Maintain Human First Aid supplies for building and property
• Maintain and complete arena dragging and maintenance schedule
• Procure and maintain supplies and equipment necessary for daily operations
• Maintain records for and testing of mechanical systems to meet local and state requirements
• Supervise grounds keeping and caretaker staff, providing training and direction as needed
• Manage facility needs relating to special events
• Recommend facility improvements and manage capital improvement projects

Training & Education Required:

Property and Facility management expertise (BS or equivalent experience)

Prior Experience Preferred:

• Strong familiarity with equine needs specific to EAAT
• Facility and equipment maintenance

Competency:

• Highly organized
• Effective communication skills
• Physically capable of rigorous outdoor work and safety lift 50 pounds

Detail / Comments (specific skills, etc.):

• Determine needs for vendors, solicit quotes and negotiate pricing and schedule service for vendors and construction projects
• Interacts with staff, volunteers and community regarding horse resource and facility information

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Old Lyme, CT 06371: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person