Equine Research Unit Assistant Manager

The Equine Research Unit Assistant Manager oversees the health and well-being of 40-50 horses, including health monitoring, and coordinates schedules and logistics for farriers, veterinarians, and other external service providers. The role also involves managing inventory, forecasting needs, and ensuring the facility remains appropriately stocked to support daily operations and research trials. Additionally, the position requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills, adaptability, and flexibility in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Equine Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in barn management and equine husbandry.
• Strong knowledge of horse care, behavior, and health management including recognition of problems requiring veterinary care.
• Experience managing teams and supervising staff.
• Experience with inventory management, recordkeeping, and operational coordination.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and proactive problem-solving.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to connect with people and make them feel valued and heard.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while maintaining a welcoming attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Lead and embrace change, demonstrating agility to meet business needs.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across multiple teams.
• Ability to anticipate challenges and prepare accordingly with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills across diverse operational areas.
• Computer skills MS office.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Relocation Assistance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance