Manager (Equine Management)

Location: College Station, Texas, United States; onsite and not eligible for remote work

Salary: $68,330.50 annually

Company

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is part of Texas A&M AgriLife and the Texas A&M University System, supporting agriculture and life sciences through research, education, extension, and service.

What you will do

• Manage the horse herd, barn, and facilities supporting the Women’s Equestrian Team.
• Coordinate daily horse performance communications with coaching staff, veterinarians, and equine service providers.
• Manage the equine nutrition program and communicate changes and requirements to coaching staff.
• Lead, train, supervise, and coordinate the student worker barn crew.
• Plan maintenance, cleaning, safety, and operational workflows for the Hildebrand Equine Complex, including facilities, pastures, and arenas.
• Prepare for equestrian team shows, support post-season travel in March and April, manage budgets, and respond to after-hours equine and facility emergencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of related experience; equine management experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to multitask cooperatively.
• Ability to respond promptly to on-site emergency calls, exert heavy force, and travel to various locations.
• Employment is onsite in College Station, Texas; the position is not eligible for remote work.

Nice to have

• Experience in equine management.
• Horse show or athletics experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance with employer premium contributions.
• 12–15 paid holidays annually.
• Monthly sick leave and vacation accrual.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Professional development through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs.

Hiring process

• Submit a complete application, CV or resume, cover letter, list of references, and applicable certifications or additional documentation.
• Employment is contingent on credential verification and completion of a criminal history investigation.
• H-1B sponsorship may be affected by applicable federal and Texas requirements, and the employer will not pay the specified $100,000 petition fee.