Circle K Ranch Looking for Front Desk, Wranglers, Housekeepers, Maintenance at Dolores, Colorado Full Time

Become a part of our familly this summer/fall and together we’ll make a positive impact and help change lives! At Circle K Ranch, what we do is more than just a job, it’s a mission to make the lives of those we touch better in some way. We have outreach programs to inner city youth as well as veterans and local single moms and their children throughout the summer months. Join our team and make your impact this summer at Circle K Ranch! 

Openings for May – August (Some positions through Nov. 17).

Room or FHU RV Site  + Salary + tips. 
 

Equine Operations Director/Head Wrangler

QUALIFICATIONS:

We are looking for an outstanding equine operations director with experience in guest ranching. Must have excellent leadership ability, people and horse handling skills. If you are passionate about continuing to build upon an effort to offer the best horseback riding experience in Southwest Colorado and have the skills below, we would love to hear from you. 

• Seasoned horseman/woman
• Experienced in natural horsemanship training and methods
• Knowledgeable and experienced in basic vetting
•  Able to manage themselves, several other staff and the horses in an organized, productive and upbeat manner.
• Certified in at least basic 1st aid and cpr.
• Knowledge of and experience teaching children and adults basic riding skills
• Ability to provide mindful leadership to  a group of 12+ people on and off the trail. Giving instruction and insuring the safety of all staff, guests and horses.
• Good sense of humor, outgoing personality that enjoys people.
• Ability to handle an emergency in a calm and proficient manner, giving leadership under a variety of situations.
• Must be a good role model, exhibiting character traits such as honesty, strong work ethic, patience, kindness and respect for others.
• Basic packing skills.
• Experience with equine assisted learning a plus
• Knowledge of and ability to safely use chain saws and to supervise others in doing so.
• Knowledge of proper trail, barn and fence maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Experience pulling trailers and hauling horses.
• Ability to set up barn, routine for feeding, etc.
• Must exhibit good judgment and common sense in regards to people and horses and their safety.
• Good Physical Condition with ability to lift a minimum of 50 lb. (bag of grain, bale of hay )
• Ability to supervise small children  through adults, on horses
• Able to manage the daily health and care of our horses, schedule farrier, purchase feed, etc under the direction of the owner.​

Guest Ranch Wrangler

Wranglers at the historic Circle K Guest Ranch are responsible for leading guest trail rides, providing horseback riding and safety instruction to riders of all ages and abilities, assisting in the care and feeding of our 24 horses, loading and hauling horses to off-property trail sites,  and various other ranch chores as needed.

As horse professionals, our wrangler team is expected to be knowledgeable in natural horsemanship, western riding, western tack, equine safety, CPR/Basic First Aid, trail riding, packing and mindful leadership. Special consideration will be given those with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous guest ranch wrangling experience and packing experience is a huge plus.

Maintenance: Our maintenance personel must have a general knowledge of and experience in electric, propane, plumbing and carpentry. We are looking for team-oriented individual who is also able to work independently and be a self-starter. 

Front Desk/Office Assistant: This person is normally our guests first point of contact. They must be friendly, have strong verbal and written skills + excellent customer service skills. We are looking for an individual who loves to serve and genuinely wants to help our guests have an exceptional experience while staying with us. Applicants need to be familiar with Word, Excel, social media such as Instagram and Facebook. Our front desk person is also responsible to help keep the entryways and lodge clean and welcoming and must be willing to help in housekeeping as needed and when available.  

Housekeeping: Looking for detail oriented individuals in good physical health who love to serve and help create warm, welcoming guest spaces. 

All candidates should be upbeat and positive, enjoy working with people, ready to have fun and willing to learn and improve.

Summer Season is Mid-May through August

Fall Season is Sept – Mid-November

*Please apply directly on our website:

http://www.ckranch.com/job-opportunities/

Required experience:

• Wranglers: Experienced Horseman, CPR/1st Aid Certification, previous guest ranch experience a plus
• Maintenance: Previous experience with electric, propane, plumbing and carpentry 
• Front Desk/Office Assistant: Office and customer service experience required. Previous experience in hospitality and reservations a plus. 
• Housekeeping: No prior experience required.

Required license or certification:

• Wranglers: Drivers License w/ clean driving record + 1st aid + CPR

We especially are interested in couples with their own RV’s. We provide RV Sites along the Dolores River! 

Start Date: Equine program director: May 1; Other equine staff: May 27; All other positions between May 15 and the first week in June

Wages/Pay: + tips: See specific job titles