Lead Equine Care Specialist

HSMO's Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is looking for a Lead Equine Care Specialist. Come join us in caring for rescued horses and other farm animals! This position will help lead other employees and can be great experience to qualify for a supervisory position.Responsibilities include:Monitoring and checking the work of other employees and ranch volunteersPerforming proper care for all animals at the ranch, including feeding and watering, and turning horses out to pastureAdherence to established feeding, sanitation, medical proceduresAssisting and restraining animals for our veterinarian and farrierKeeping records about animals in our computer systemMay drive a trailer containing a horse or other animalQualifications:The successful candidate must have professional horse handling experience including halter training and socializingHave or be able to obtain a Class E driver's licenseHorse hauling experienceGreat people skills are needed in addition to animal skills!Experience with other farm animals is desirableShould be proficient in personal computing skills (Word, Excel, email and Internet)Prior lead or supervisory experience would be a plus.This position also requires a flexible schedule and includes weekend work.The Humane Society of Missouri offers competitive wages and excellent benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceShort-term disabilityLong-term disability (100% employer paid)Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending AccountsPaid time off, including vacation, sick and holiday payEmployees are eligible for the following discounts after 90 days of employment:40% off veterinary services15% off prescription diets$50 off adoptions at HSMO10% off gift shop