About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Equestrian Center, Air Force Academy, Colorado. This position does not include benefits.
Provides care to government and privately owned horses at the Equestrian Center. Feeds and waters horses. Cleans stalls and stable areas, cleans water tanks and buckets, and cleans pasture and other facility areas. Makes minor repairs to fences and facility. Feeds and waters horses. Observes horses for obvious changes in behavior, appearance, and activity; informs supervisor if necessary. Medicates and treats government horses per management and veterinary guidance.
Assists with working with government horses for the trail riding program, both on the ground and under saddle. Reports routine horse work status, including completing horse evaluation forms. Assists with horse tack/equipment maintenance and care, including tack recommendations and proper fitting to horses. Guides trail rides and assist with various recreation horse riding trips and events. Assists with working special events and programs on and off base.
Provides input in developing and maintaining safety standards for the rental riding program, including providing guidance on safe riding and horse handling to patrons, volunteers, and staff. Drives vehicles and trailers as assigned. Provides administrative tasks such as: checking voicemails, answering phones, customer service, and other rental activity related administrative support. Sells retail items and products for the Equestrian Center.
Operates a POS computer system for reservations, payments, runs credit cards, and performs monetary transactions using PCI. Assists in a variety of duties to help ensure the success of the Equestrian Center boarding and rental riding activities. Promotes Equestrian Center and Outdoor Recreation programs, activities, and events to patrons. Assists at events. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13107919
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
This position is with U.S. Air Force Academy, Department of the Air Force.
The posted pay range is $19.5 – $19.5/hr.
Applications close on 2026-11-23.
This is a Flexible - No guaranteed hours - work 0-40 hours per week position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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