Equine Manager

Job Title

Manager

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Animal Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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Position Information

Job Summary:

The Manager, under direction, manages and provides leadership in managing the barn and horses for the Equestrian Team. Keeps buildings in safe, secure condition and in constant working order. Oversees organization and cleanliness to ensure building is a comfortable and safe facility for faculty, staff, students, guests, and horses.  In addition, assists in performing and scheduling preventative, and planned facility maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Management of the horse herd and facilities used by the Athletic Department – Women’s Equestrian Team.
• Communicate with the coaching staff, veterinarians, and other equine service providers regarding horse performance daily.
• Management of the equine nutrition program with routine communication with the coaching staff about needs and changes.
• Develops and implements operational strategies.
• Plans and directs workflow.
• Training, supervision, coordination, and management of the student worker barn crew.  Training includes equine behavior and handling methods.
• Work with the Farm Foreman on the maintenance of the Hildebrand Equine Complex to include the facility, pasture, and arena maintenance and cleaning schedules.
• Maintain safe working conditions for Hildebrand employees, teams, and visitors.
• Equestrian team show preparation.
• Post-season (SEC and National Championship) travel (every March and April).
• Occasional support of other facility users (AgriLife Extension, Institute for Equine Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine).
• Provides input for annual budgets.
• Reviews, recommends, and implements policy changes and initiates process changes.
• Serves as contact for after-hours equine & facility emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

-Five years of related experience.

-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Minimum of 5 years' experience in Equine Management.

-Experience in horse show and/or athletics background.

Other Requirements:

-Ability to promptly respond to on-site emergency calls.

-Ability to exert heavy force.

-Requires travel to various locations.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $68,330.50/Annually

Flexible Work Arrangements: This position is not eligible for remote work. 

Important Notice Regarding H1-B Sponsorship:  

Your employment at Texas A&M AgriLife may require nonimmigrant sponsorship. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M AgriLife will NOT pay this fee. If the fee is imposed on your petition, this offer of employment will be revoked. If actions taken during your employment result in the imposition of this fee, your employment will be terminated. To the extent that this statement conflicts with any applicable System or member Policy, Regulation, or Rule, this statement will control. We recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense regarding potential implications. 

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. 

Benefits and Leave: 

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (AgriLife contributes to premiums) 

• 12–15 annual paid holidays 

• Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation 

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Employee Wellness Initiative 

• Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs 

How to Apply 

Applications must include all job application data or a complete resume. Incomplete applications may be rejected. Applicants are encouraged to upload a resume or use LinkedIn to prepopulate application fields. 

Required Documents:

• CV / Resume 
• Cover Letter 

• List of References 

• Certifications / Additional Documentation (if applicable) 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.