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Summary Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively. Responsibilities Herd Keeper and Lead Equestrian Trainer will oversee all activities involving the Government horses, including nutrition and feeding, stall safety, educating staff, volunteers and clients regarding equine care and management. Will lead by example, participate in the work activities, and maintain communications with management at all times. Advises on the procurement of equipment required for an equine or horse rider training program and assists in routine checks of equipment (saddles, bridles, helmets, and vests) for safety hazards to both student and animal. Responsible for coordinating lessons, trail rides, camps clinics and events. Ensures proper scheduling and coordination of programs with the Stables manager. Responsible for advising and assisting in the upkeep of the riding arena, pastures, and barn to ensure a safe environment for horses. Works closely with the Veterinarian, Ferrier and contracted support for care of the herd. Identifies mission requirements and directs utilization of the herd to meet those requirements based on individual attributes of each horse. Schedules specific horses based on individual qualities, abilities, and temperaments for specific duties then assigns horses for weekly rotations. Develops and maintains the work and rest schedule for the government horses. Tracks horse profiles and limited duty restrictions in conjunction with veterinary personnel recommendations to determine best utilization of horses. Maintain appropriate de-worming and vaccination schedule for all horses annually. Oversee and ensure proper shoeing, trimming and other hoof care for all horses as needed monthly. Oversee and ensure annual dentistry needs of all horses. May train/lead other equestrian trainers in various lessons programs. Maintains attendance and appropriate accounting records. Ensure all safety measures are observed. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment See Duties and Qualifications EVALUATIONS: Qualifications Must have two years¿ experience in Customer Service and one year Equestrian experience. Prior experience working with students, teaching lessons, guiding trail rides, etc. is preferred. Certificate or degree in an equestrian-related program from an accredited vocation, college or university preferred or equivalent hands-on experience with a certified equestrian program. Skill to demonstrate activities and use of related facility equipment. Skill to learn applicable MCCS policies and procedures. This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age. Education Additional Information GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp. As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. Required Documents: *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable. *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card. INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION. 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