Wrangler (Part-Time)
Company: Sky Ranches Inc
Location: Van
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description This position is critical to the
ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of
leading youth and families to know and follow Christ. The Wrangler
role involves serving campers and guests through multiple
horsemanship activities. Wranglers are responsible for the safety
of the campers, care of the horses, managing of facilities, Sky
Ranchs famous camp rodeo, programmed events, and helping connect
the bible study curriculum in a hands-on way during their time with
the campers. Wranglers are responsible for the day-to-day
operations of all horse activities and maintaining the livery and
its livestock throughout the entire summer. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain the well-being of all animals on the
ranch. Steward all equipment and supplies. Promote a safe
environment for all campers, staff and animals. Conduct classes for
ministry programs, including but not limited to Summer Camp,
Outdoor Education. Lead group trail rides and activities for
Retreats guests and Outdoor Education classes. Drive trucks with
trailers (people movers) to various locations as needed. Assist the
Head Wrangler and leadership staff in providing a program and
environment that nurtures spiritual growth for campers. OTHER
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain compliance with Sky Ranchs
employee policies and procedures. Maintain compliance with all
state and federal laws and regulatory requirements. Perform other
duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION Some secondary
education preferred. EXPERIENCE Zero to two years of working with
and being around horses. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS CPR,
first aid and AED certified. (Sky Ranch will cover obtaining
certifications) KNOWLEDGE: In-depth understanding of the field of
animal husbandry and horses. Basic working knowledge of Microsoft
Outlook. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Fun, compassionate, responsible,
good hygiene, physically capable to participate in all camp
activities. Interest and desire to keep campers safe. Excellent
leadership skills necessary to appropriately influence people to
achieve a desired outcome. Ability to effectively facilitate small
group classes. Ability to relate positively, influentially, and
sensitively to a broad spectrum of persons in a variety of
multi-tiered relationships and settings to include but not limited
to guests (youth and families), co-workers and peers. Proven
successful leadership experience, proven ability to build unity
amongst a team and motivate them to work together toward a common
mission. Excellent interpersonal skills, and relationship building
skills. Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw
conclusions. Ability to exercise independent thinking and
initiative. Ability to deal with complex situations or issues and
make effective, timely and appropriate decisions. Excellent
organizational skills; ability to multi-task and manage a variety
of tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to
communicate the vision of Sky Ranch to both internal and external
customers. OUTSIDE CONTACTS Guests and livestock professionals.
EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY Livestock facilities and Rodeo arena.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Much physical effort required on a routine basis;
ability to use up to 20 pounds of force frequently for moving and
carrying objects, with need to carry 50 pounds on occasion. Must be
able to ride a horse for extended duration and / or distance.
Ability to grasp, push, pull, carry or otherwise manipulate
objects; ability to perform tasks requiring action of muscles or
groups of muscles and foot and/or hand-eye coordination. Work
requires a lot of physical agility for doing majority of assigned
work, including but not limited to: bending for items below or
reaching for items above the individual; crawling under desks;
stooping, and climbing step stools or ladder. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Hazards may include, but are not limited to, slipping and tripping,
falling from a horse. Works outdoors majority of the time, exposed
to the seasonal weather elements. Also works often in an
environment with dust, hay, horse hair and manure. Risks in work
environment include but are not limited to slipping, tripping,
falling from a horse Ability to travel to various geographic
locations, including travel by car, and some overnight stays
including weekends. OTHER Commitment to Christian principles and
teachings both professionally and personally. Must be able to fully
support Sky Ranchs Doctrinal Statement. An active membership in a
church whose spiritual beliefs are aligned with Sky Ranchs
Doctrinal Statement. Commitment to Sky Ranchs Vision, Mission,
Values (A.R.E.) and Principles (WOW, Stewardship, and Excellence)
demonstrated in daily behavior. Must demonstrate annually a clear
background check and review of child safety practices as required
for camp accreditation by the American Camping Association.
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