Posting Detail Information

Working TitleTGEC Equine-Assisted Services Facilitator

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400581AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week30

Proposed Annual Salary Range$44,000-$50,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date06/01/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/05/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The Temple Grandin Equine Center ( TGEC ) is located in the Department of Animal Sciences. The Department of Animal Sciences has the unique mission of serving Colorado’s large and diverse livestock industries. Research, teaching, and extension outreach activities in the Department of Animal Sciences focus on developing industry leaders and improving profitable production of horses and food animals through the application of science and technology, resource management and food product enhancement, with emphasis on addressing societal issues concerning food safety, product quality and value, animal care and management, and environmental impacts of animal agriculture.

Position Summary

This part-time position will teach adaptive horsemanship lessons, individual and group, will host equine-related educational activities to youth and youth organizations, and will work with all staff, other providers and volunteers in accordance with facility policies.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Current credentials from PATH Int’l as a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor ( CTRI )

• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, organization, and complex problem solving skills

• Experience educating others about equine-related information

• Experience educating others about equine-assisted services

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, and ability to operate in a highly computerized environment

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date

Preferred Job Qualifications

• PATH Int’l ESMHL Certification

• Experience training and mentoring PATH Int’l CTRI Instructors-in-training

• Experience coordinating and hosting youth educational activities

• Experience coordinating ongoing programming and community engagement

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and ability to work with various audiences and clientele.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryServices Provider

Duty/Responsibility

• Prepare for, plan, and instruct adaptive horsemanship lessons, group and individual

• Monitor and/or assist others to provide equine-assisted services

• Assist in making sure all equine-assisted services provided at TGEC meet and adhere to all facility policies, including, but not limited to, PATH Intl standards.

Percentage Of Time80

Job Duty CategoryOutreach

Duty/Responsibility

• Assist with volunteer recruiting, training, and scheduling

• Assist Program Coordinator with programming-related tasks

• Assist in providing instruction to or explanation of EAS programming to staff, interns, students, and volunteers

• Assist in hosting EAS demonstrations and providing instructions to or explanation of EAS programming to potential clients and general public

• Assist in organizing and hosting special events at TGEC and in community

• Participate in community outreach, fundraising, and promotional events

• Performs other related duties as required

Percentage Of Time20

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply by our full consideration deadline of 5/05/24, please provide:

• Cover letter addressing required and desired qualifications

• Resume or CV

• Current Credentials from PATH Int’l as a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (upload as other)

• References may be requested at a later date. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

  CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License

Search ContactLaura Bonner, laura.bonner@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or CV

• Other

Optional Documents