Barn Assistant

EXPIRED

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S11232P

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Posting Details

Posting Number

S11232P

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Working Title

Barn Assistant

Department

Athletics-Equestrian

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

Internal (PEP)

Retirement Plan

GDCP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Non-Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Part Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Hours Vary, Some Weekends will be required

Advertised Salary

12.75 hr

Posting Date

10/30/2023

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

11/01/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Information

Classification Title

Facility Operations Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

0.50

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

To provide assistance to the barn manager and facility manger with supervision of feeding of horses, hay production, cleaning of stalls, general upkeep of facility, fencing, veterinary care, equipment management and arena dragging at the equestrian facility

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

Normal working conditions

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with the general upkeep of the equestrian facility to include the feeding of horses, rotation of horses from field to barn, delivery of hat to field, pasture and barn.

Percentage of time

70

Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with equipment maintenance, upkeep of fencing around equestrian facility, mowing of grass, preparing arena for competition.

Percentage of time

30

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. 

Recruitment Contact Name

Amy Bales

Recruitment Contact Email

abales@sports.uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter

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