Job description

Job Title: Seasonal Ranch Support
Department: Ranch
Reports To: Director of the Ranch
Prepared Date: 07/27/2022

SUMMARY: The person in this position assists in the daily operation of Sunrise Ranch ranching operations.
WORK AVAILABILITY: Up to 29 hours, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
SALARY RANGE: $13 - $17 DOE

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work with wheel-line and hand-set irrigation to properly water the pastures.
• Serve with the intention of providing nutrient-dense farm products to support the health and well-being of Sunrise Ranch, its quests, and the community at large.
• Care for animals in our operation daily: feeding, watering, providing minerals, and practicing stress-free handling.
• Set up paddocks with portable electric fencing; then move cattle and sheep.
• Assist with sorting animals to tag, castrate, vaccinate, and the like.
• As a member of the staff of Sunrise Ranch, contribute to the overall success and fulfillment of our mission through:

• Creative, uplifting expression that inspires others
• Enthusiastic contribution to the fabric of the Sunrise Ranch community
• Diligent, productive work that contributes to the Sunrise Ranch team effort
• Supporting, promoting and contributing to the vision, plan and work of the Spiritual Director and the Trustees of Emissaries of Divine Light
• Clear, supportive surround for guests, visitors and staff

• Perform other essential duties as assigned, to include:
• Ensure confidentiality and security of guests.
• Follow all company safety and security procedures.
• Report any maintenance issues, safety hazards, or damage of property.
• Assist with dishes in the kitchen.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A background in animal husbandry
• Cattle/sheep/chicken/llama/alpaca/horse/dog experience
• Pasture experience (holistic-management knowledge a plus)
• Equipment and maintenance knowledge; mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Fencing experience—barbed wire, cattle panels, electric, and portable electric-mesh fencing
• Wheel-line and hand-set irrigation experience
• Solid communication and analytical skills
• Reliability—show up on time and be flexible regarding days/hours worked
• Ability to thrive in a constantly changing work environment
• Ability to be an enthusiastic, positive and creative team member

CONDITIONS:

• Work Hours – Up to 29 hours per week; flexible schedule required, including up to seven-day workweeks during the summer, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Benefits – Paid vacation and holidays.
• Physical Requirements – Must be able to stand, bend over, crouch down, climb fences and walk all day. Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Weather Conditions – This is an outdoor position. Must be willing to work long hours in any, including extreme, weather conditions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Background check is required.

NOTE:

• Housing not provided/or available

APPLY AT: https://sunriseranch.org/jobs/

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Required to follow all city & county COVID-19 protocols

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Loveland, CO 80538: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you understand this is a part-time seasonal position (ending in November)?

Experience:

• Farming: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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