At Village Management Services, Inc., it is our mission to serve the residents of Laguna Woods Village with the highest level of customer service and professionalism, making Laguna Woods Village the premier active-adult community in Southern California.  We value integrity, quality, dedication and open communication in a rewarding and challenging environment.

620-Equestrian / Stables - 3410-620 P/T Stables Asst I

Under general supervision, to assist the Barn Manager in the operations of the community 

stables and perform related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Participates in the care and feeding of horses, riding and instructional programs and

assists in preparing monthly records and reports. Assists in planning and implementing new

programs or procedures in accordance with established objectives. Assists with implementing and staffing facility events.

Assists in selection of livestock, as well as coordinating riding and instructional programs. Coordinates activity of resident Drill Team. Promotes the use of Equestrian Center facilities, assists center users with a variety of related problems. Conducts individual or group riding lessons, trail rides and horsemanship classes.

Regular attendance required.  All duties performed on-site for the Community.

Works effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listens to and objectively considers ideas and suggestions from others; keeps commitments; keeps others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addresses others by name, title or other respectful identifier; and respects the diversity of our workforce in actions, words and deeds.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assists in planning and implementing training and safety programs.

Drives a vehicle to meetings, workshops and other job related responsibilities.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Hot Walker, grooming tools, telephone, calculator, computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to outdoor climate conditions, as well as dust, fumes and animal dander.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school and thorough experience in stable operation or equivalent

combination of education and experience that produces the following:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of stable operations.
• Knowledge of horse feeding, grooming and training requirements.
• Knowledge of the most frequent types of horse ailments and ability to recognize and treat minor problems.
• Knowledge of the methods of handling, receipting and maintaining records of money received.
• Ability to relate to the needs and concerns of senior citizens.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, the public and to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully.
• Skill to safely and effectively handle horses and riding.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires up to 5 hours of standing and/or walking, continual lifting and carrying of up to

50 lbs. with occasional lifting and carrying of up to 100 lbs., frequent kneeling, feeling, pulling, pushing, reaching and stooping and occasional balancing, crouching and grasping.

VMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.