Barn Manager

WildHeart Riding School is growing quickly, and we are raising expectations for the level of care and professionalism in our barn.

We are seeking a Barn Manager with real industry experience, someone who has worked in this field long enough to understand the responsibility and pace of a busy riding school.

Applicants must have at least five years of prior experience as a barn manager.

This is a senior role. Only apply if you already know how to run a barn with confidence, structure, and excellence.

Who We Are Looking For

You must understand horse care, have an eye for horses, know how to run a horse care system, be highly organized, keep up with the workload and fast pace, work comfortably in the Florida heat, understand equipment, know the differences in feed and hay, and handle the complexity of caring for multiple horses, managing staff, and supporting a full lesson schedule.

Minimum five years of proven experience as a barn manager.
You must understand the workload, the pace, and the complexity of caring for multiple horses, managing staff, and supporting a full lesson schedule.

Genuine love and respect for horses.

We are looking for someone who notices the details, understands early signs of discomfort or injury, and treats every horse with the highest standard of care.

High personal integrity.

We expect honesty, maturity, reliability, and strong follow-through. No shortcuts. No excuses. The horses, riders, and entire operation depend on the barn manager doing things the right way.

Cultural fit.

WildHeart values teamwork, communication, responsibility, and putting horses first. This is a workplace for people who work hard, support each other, and show up with consistency.

Drama, ego, or avoidance of responsibility does not fit our culture.

Role Responsibilities

The Barn Manager oversees all daily operations of the barn, including:

• Maintaining and support horse health, safety, and overall well-being
• Developing and following all feed, turnout, and care schedules
• Coordinating farrier and veterinary visits
• Managing supply inventory and ordering feed, shavings, and materials
• Ensuring the cleanliness of stalls and overall barn environment
• Cleaning stalls daily
• Cleaning and scrubbing water buckets
• Cleaning paddocks daily
• Manure pickup around the property throughout the day
• Maintaining dust-free offices, tack rooms, and bathrooms
• Organizing and keeping all workspaces consistently tidy
• Working closely with trainers to keep the barn operating smoothly
• Identifying issues early and solving problems proactively
• Ensuring the facility is always rider-ready and lesson-ready

This role sets the standard for the entire barn. The manager’s level of care determines the quality and safety of our environment.

Required Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience managing a barn
• Strong knowledge of equine care and daily horse management
• Ability to lead and organize people
• Reliable, steady, and consistent work ethic
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to stay calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
• Pride in running a clean, safe, and efficient barn

What We Offer

• A well-structured, organized environment
• A family-oriented operation focused on quality and growth
• A leadership role where your standards and professionalism are valued
• Owners and trainers who appreciate a strong work ethic and integrity

How to Apply

Apply only if:

• You have five or more years of barn management experience
• Horses are your passion and not just a job
• You take pride in doing things the right way
• You are ready to uphold a strong, healthy culture in our barn

Send your resume and a brief introduction to the provided contact email.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,450.99 - $49,750.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,451 - $49,750