Horse Wrangler (Summer)

A Horse Wrangler is responsible for the safe handling, care, and management of horses at our summer camp. This role involves leading horseback riding activities (trail rides and arena games) for campers of all skill levels, ensuring their safety and enjoyment while fostering a love for horses. The Horse Wrangler will also be tasked with maintaining the stables, grooming horses, and educating campers about horse care, riding techniques, and equine behavior. 

All job applications must be submitted HERE

Spiritual

•  Is a professing Christian and is supportive of Timber-lee’s mission and core values as well as committed to the truths found in our Statement of Faith.
• Commitment to a Christian lifestyle and demonstration of character in keeping with the biblical model.
• Strives to demonstrate the Christian lifestyle in thought, attitude, actions, and behavior; strives to model a personal faith in Jesus Christ by exhibiting the Fruit of the Spirit.
• Exhibits a sincere love for the Lord; desires to see people come to know Him personally and grow in their faith.

Organizational

• Agrees with, and supports, Timber-lee Ministries’ philosophy and policies.
• Demonstrates excellent work ethic; excels at providing quality guest experiences.
• Understands and exhibits behaviors and skills needed to function in, and be accountable in, a team environment.
• Shows a positive and cooperative attitude of ministry to the position, guests, and fellow employees.

Positional

• Is a people person who is able to relate well to guests, campers, and staff.
• Is a self-starter.
• Exhibits proficient riding and horse knowledge.
• Has the ability to work with horses and other farm animals.
• Can lift and carry heavy loads: saddles up to 35 lbs., hay bales up to 50 lbs.
• Can climb 30' haystacks to throw down hay bales when feeding stock.
• Is able to physically traverse the multi-terrain campground in all seasons of the year; able to be on one’s feet for long periods of time.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire to be considered for this position.