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Horse Farm Management Couple

Rural 400 acre ranch in Maine needs to hire a couple team for their family horse rescue operation. This is a full-time, live-on site position managing a  20 plus horse rescue farm while maintaining the indoor arena, barns, corrals, pastures, home, grounds, roads and all structures on the property. Seeking an experienced hardworking couple who are comfortable with horses. The farm needs an overall strong manager to work as a team with the existing staff of eight.  Work within a budget while keeping accurate and detailed records. Hire, train and supervise support staff as needed. This family owned farm is seeking someone who has some horse knowledge and a willingness to work hard to provide the best possible care for the animals while understanding the position isn’t all about the horses. This position requires flexibility and willingness to care and manage the overall 400 acre property, maintaining the equipment, the grounds, roads, fences, pastures, paddocks, structures and barns. If a couple is hired the spouse could work with the horses assisting with all aspects of the daily animal care including exercising, feeding, watering, leading and grooming in the manner prescribed by farm owners. Must have experience working for a private employer and caring for a large property with assortment of animals. We are seeking a proactive individual capable of anticipating and acting on the needs of the employers and their horses. Someone with an eye for detail who is extremely organized and proactive self starter. Position requires coordination with existing staff to ensure continuous care of horses seven days a week and an appreciation that this is a lifestyle choice. Salary commensurate with experience with possible benefits and other perks.