Adaptive Horsemanship Instructor

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 30 Jan 2023

Posting Details
Position Information


Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 30-40
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Temple Grandin Equine Center, Foothills Campus, Fort Collins CO
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work? No
Description of Work Unit
The Temple Grandin Equine Center (TGEC) is located in the Department of Animal Sciences. The Department of Animal Sciences has the unique mission of serving Colorado’s large and diverse livestock industries. Research, teaching, and extension outreach activities in the Department of Animal Sciences focus on developing industry leaders and improving profitable production of horses and food animals through the application of science and technology, resource management and food product enhancement, with emphasis on addressing societal issues concerning food safety, product quality and value, animal care and management, and environmental impacts of animal agriculture.
Search Contact Email [email protected]
Position Summary
The Temple Grandin Equine Center is seeking an individual to work as an Adaptive Horsemanship Instructor at TGEC in Fort Collins, CO at the Foothills Campus. They will teach adaptive horsemanship lessons, individual and group, and will work with all staff, other providers, and volunteers in accordance with facility policies, which include PATH Int’l standards. 
Position Minimum Qualifications
Current certification as PATH Intl Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI);
experience working with volunteers in an equine environment; and
experience educating others about equine-assisted services.
Preferred Qualifications
PATH Int’l. ESMH Certification.
Experience training and mentoring PATH intl, CTRI Instructors-in-Training and
History of providing equine-assisted services and acting as an equine specialist

Posting Details


Working Title Adaptive Horsemanship Instructor
Posting Number 202300045T
Department Animal Sciences
Salary Range $17 up to $22/hr, commensurate with skills and qualifications
Employee Benefits
Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/
Close Date 01/30/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Apply by email inquiry to [email protected]
References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
•Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Job Duties


Job Duty Category Service/Outreach
Duty/Responsibility
- Facilitate equine-assisted services programming at TGEC Fort Collins
and work with other providers, staff, and volunteers.
-Teach Indiidual and group adaptive horsemanship lessons.
-Assist Program Coordinator in conducting volunteer training and scheduling.
-Assist in making sure all equine-assisted services provided meet and adhere to PATH Int’l standards.
Percentage Of Time 100%

References


Minimum References Required 2
Maximum References Required 2

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