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Assistant Barn Manager

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Oct 28, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14306P
Working Title	Assistant Barn Manager
Department	Athletics-Equestrian
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Ability to work nontraditional hours to include nights, weekends, and some holidays.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with experience
Posting Date	10/27/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	01/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Animal Care Technician I
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	Provide assistance to the Barn Manager with the care and management of the UGA Equestrian Team equine athletes. Job duties include but are not limited to health and maintenance of equines (E.g. daily equine care, veterinary care, and therapeutic management), inventory and organization of equine supplies, oversight and development of part time/student employees, assist with Equestrian competitions, and help maintain premier NCAA equine program. Coordinate with the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine as well as other veterinary practices to provide equine health care. May represent the equestrian barn in meetings and assume duties as directed in the absence of the farm or barn manager.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Skills in the oversight, management, and maintenance of horses, part-time and student workers, facilities and equipment.
Physical Demands	Bending, stooping, lifting approximately 50 lbs. Driving as needed to perform job related duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
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)	Yes
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.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities	Veterinary Care - Assist Barn Manager with Veterinary Care of Equines. Assist with the administration of medications, treatment of injuries, deworming, vaccinations, coggins/EIA tests, Adequan injections, aftercare of joint injections, veterinary appointments, chiropractic appointments, farrier appointments.
Percentage of time	25

Duties/Responsibilities	Therapeutic Rehabilitation & Equine Exercise - Management of medical treatments & therapeutic care under guidance of Barn & Farm Manager. Fungal treatments, cold hosing / icing treatments, bandaging, surgical after care, bathing & grooming of equines, Equiband exercise, Laser therapy, Bemer treatments, massage pad treatments, exercise management of hot walker treatments & therapies.
Percentage of time	25

Duties/Responsibilities	Health & Maintenance - Assist Barn Manager with daily care of Equines. Feed, hay, water, stall cleaning, pasture integration, pasture management, equine nutrition management, transportation of equines, general daily horse care.
Percentage of time	20

Duties/Responsibilities

Inventory & Organization - Maintain inventory & organization of medical & therapeutic supplies.

Medications: injectable medications, tablets / capsules / suspension ointments, wound sprays, thrush treatments, hoof packing, poultices.
Medical Supplies: Needles, syringes, gauze, sheet cotton, Telfa pads, vet wrap, elasticon, Animal Lintex pads, etc.
Grooming Supplies: Fungal treatments, shampoos, conditioners, chlorhexidine, betadine, rubbing alcohol.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Cleanliness & Aesthetic - Assist Barn Manager with overall cleanliness & organization of barn & pastures to maintain safety for equines & student athletes. Barn aisle, feed room, storage room, medication storage, horse stalls, tack room, pastures, paddocks.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Oversight & Development of Part-Time/Student Employees Supervise part time employees while on shift to maintain safe environment for part time employees, student athletes, & equines. Teaching and mentoring part time employees & student athletes in safe horse handling practices as well as minor wound or skin condition treatments.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Competitions - Assist Barn Staff with horse management & preparation of facility. Relocation of equines for competitions Medication administration Pre & Post meet therapies Pre & Post meet treatments Critical Care during meet Return of equines to pre-meet pasture / stall routines. Other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time	5