03/13/2024

Yes

1125685

Head Groom

Athletics

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Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Non-Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

Work on evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Hanover, NH
Morton Farm

Onsite only

No

NA

No

To provide and ensure proper care of the horses boarded at Morton Farm.

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Positive team-oriented attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality and care
• Ability to operate standard transmissions vehicles, small equipment and tools, and tractors as needed
• Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extreme heat and cold
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, reach overhead and below
• Ability to work effectively in an environment with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, and animal hair/feathers
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
• Previous experience working hands on with horses including, but not limited to, clipping, wrapping, and lunging
• Current driver’s license.

• Hands on experience taking care of equines
• Degree or coursework in equine science/ studies
• Experience driving a horse trailer

Faith Goodness

Tenley Walsh, Director of Riding & Head Coach

Tenley.Walsh@dartmouth.edu

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Yes

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Takes the lead with hands on horse care including but not limited to feeding, cleaning stalls, turning horses in/out, and changing blankets.

50

Assists with training and direction of seasonal farm hands to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

10

Examine horses’ health daily with an emphasis on grooming, bathing, clipping and basic equine first aid.

20

Provides proper care and grooming of riding arenas and cleanliness of the barn to ensure a safe environment for horses, students, and staff.

20

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.