Ranch Manager

Ranch Manager Wolf Creek Ranch, Wasatch County, Utah

Wolf Creek Ranch is a private, gated 13,200-acre sanctuary set on a high-alpine plateau between Woodland and Heber City, Utah, bordering 2.2 million acres of the Uinta National Forest along the Wyoming border. Comprised of 80 individual estates on a minimum of 160 acres each, the Ranch offers 60 miles of private trails, three stocked trout ponds, a mile of private access to the Provo River, a full equestrian center, three guest yurts, and a Ranch Center with owners' lounge and concierge services. A conservation easement managed by Utah Open Lands protects the land in perpetuity, and elk, golden eagles, and Bonneville cutthroat trout share the landscape with the community it was built to preserve.

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Ranch Manager to lead the operation of this exceptional property — someone who takes pride in running a tight, safe, well-maintained operation and who genuinely enjoys the outdoors, the people, and the responsibilities that come with it. This is a rare opportunity to steward a landscape of this scale while leading a team and living on-site in the heart of it.

The Role:

The Ranch Manager reports directly to the HOA Board President and collectively to the HOA Board, and works closely with the Board to develop and manage the Ranch's annual operating budget. The Ranch Manager leads all Ranch staff — including security, maintenance, and trails personnel — with full authority over hiring, termination, and performance management, and is the primary steward of the Ranch's governing documents: the CC&Rs, the Conservation Easement, the Comprehensive Stewardship Plan, and the ATC Guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations & Maintenance: Develop, implement, and monitor compliance with all Ranch policies and procedures. Oversee the safety, condition, and function of all common area facilities — buildings, yurts, stables, ponds, fences, roads, and equipment — through regular, documented inspections and timely repairs.
• Staff Leadership: Hire, manage, and evaluate all Ranch employees, including security and maintenance staff. Lead weekly staff meetings and maintain complete, compliant employment records.
• Budget & Financial Oversight: Partner with the Board President, Treasurer, and HOA accountant to build and manage the annual operating budget, and oversee all Ranch financial transactions.
• Security & Safety: Oversee gate operations, security personnel, and surveillance systems. Devise and maintain the Ranch's safety, evacuation, fire response, and emergency plans, and lead monthly safety meetings.
• Trails & Snow Management: Ensure trails are safe, well-marked, and well-maintained year-round, and lead the HOA snow removal program that keeps roads and driveways clear and safe through winter.
• Environmental Stewardship: Oversee the Ranch's conservation and wildlife programs, including the invasive weed and elk stewardship plans, in partnership with Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, Utah Division of Natural Resources, and Utah Open Lands.
• Owner & Committee Relations: Serve as a trusted point of contact for homeowners, and participate actively in all HOA committees, communicating regularly and directly with the Board on issues affecting the Ranch.
• Outside Relationships: Build and maintain strong working relationships with Wasatch County, Summit County, state agencies, and neighboring properties.

What Success Looks Like:

The ideal candidate brings five or more years of experience managing large residential developments or HOAs with high owner expectations (Certified Manager of Community Associations — CMCA — is a plus), along with genuine, hands-on knowledge of the systems that keep a property like this running: roads, buildings, power, water, and equipment. This person communicates clearly and often, is comfortable delivering difficult news to owners without pulling punches or causing offense, understands financial statements and budget controls, and has a proven track record of safe operations for staff, homeowners, and guests alike.

Above all, references should reflect a history of strong character and integrity. Experience managing conservation easements or working with entities like Utah Open Lands is also a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• On-site housing provided for the Ranch Manager and family
• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Annual performance bonus of up to 20%, tied to Board-approved objectives
• Car allowance
• Basic benefits package

Pay: $135,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $135,000 - $140,000