Job Title: Chief Animal Comfort and Safety Officer (Part-Time)
Pay: $650 per week (for an average of 25 hours each week; average rate of $26/hour). Performance bonuses possible. Potential to grow into a full-time position.
Company: The ResqRanch (a 501c3 nonprofit animal sanctuary)
Location: Evergreen, CO
Work Schedule: Part-time, ~25 hrs/week. Flexible schedule, likely across 5-6 days; we'll discuss specifics to find a schedule that works for all.
About The ResqRanch: The ResqRanch is a non-profit sanctuary rescuing and rehabilitating wild mustangs, discarded racehorses, and other animals in desperate need of a safe home. DrQ and her team do it all with a holistic approach. We seek a dedicated, compassionate individual to join our mission-driven team and contribute to our animals' well-being.
Job Summary: This vital part-time role (25 hrs/wk) is key to ensuring animal welfare and safety at our horse sanctuary. We need a motivated, responsible, and detail-oriented individual, passionate about animal welfare, with excellent time management for independent and team-based tasks.
Key Responsibilities (Managed within 25 hrs/wk):
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Animal Care: Daily feeding (hay), fresh water (including winter tank heater maintenance), and monitoring animal health, reporting any concerns immediately. Stocking grains/supplements.
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Ranch Operations: Corral cleaning using the tractor. Maintaining fuel in equipment. Basic facility upkeep (trash, recycling, sweeping common areas).
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Maintenance & Safety: Basic equipment, building, and fence maintenance. Monitoring furnace filters/propane.
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Environment: Fly control, seasonal tasks (e.g., critical weed eating, snow removal), and ensuring a safe, hazard-free environment.
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General Support: Other prioritized tasks to support ResqRanch animals and people.
Qualifications:
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Genuine love for animals and dedication to their well-being; reliable, mature, responsible, and compassionate.
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Ability to safely operate a tractor and perform basic maintenance on equipment, buildings, and fences.
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Proactive, self-motivated, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
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Strong communication skills and a team-player attitude (no ego).
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Physically capable of manual labor in all weather conditions.
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Handyperson skills (carpentry, electrical, plumbing) are a significant PLUS.
Benefits:
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Sign-On Bonus: Dr. Q’s Horse Training Masterclass & additional ResqRanch educational classes/workshops (schedule permitting), as they become available.
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Opportunities for performance-based bonuses and the chance to grow with our animal sanctuary
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Invaluable hands-on experience in holistic horse care, animal rescue operations, and ranch operations.
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The deep satisfaction of making a tangible difference in the lives of rescue animals and the people within your community.
To Apply: Submit your resume and a compelling letter of intent to AspenParkVetAP@gmail.com. Highlight your passion for this role, how your skills fit a 25-hour week managing these responsibilities, and what you'll bring to our team.
