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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

This individual will function as a member of the Penn State Extension – Franklin County 4-H team, collaborating with the 4-H educators and other staff in the Penn State Extension Office in Franklin County. Major responsibilities include implementing and ensuring industry standards are met in teaching therapeutic riding lessons, training therapeutic riding instructors, selecting and schooling program horses. In carrying out the assigned duties, the individual will work directly with other part-time Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center staff, volunteers, and the Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center Advisory Council. This position is administratively responsible to the Penn State Extension 4-H Youth Development Educator in Franklin County and the Penn State Extension Business Operations Manager.

Specific Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Advisory Council to develop long-term strategies and annual plans that support the sustainability and growth of the program.
• Lead and manage public relations and fundraising initiatives, including website and social media oversight, community networking, and public presentations.
• Actively evaluate and implement operational efficiency measures to streamline operations to optimize resources, including Penn State 4-H staff.
• Collaborate in the development of the annual budget, oversee accounts payable and receivable, and complete all required financial paperwork in accordance with Penn State policy.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate therapeutic riding and driving instructors annually. Address performance concerns and, if necessary, manage dismissal procedures.
• Conduct parent/guardian meetings on participant objectives, teaching methods, and progress in instruction. Participate in horse selection decisions in collaboration with the Stable Manager and Lead Riding Instructor.
• Participate in horse selection decisions in collaboration with the Stable Manager and Lead Riding Instructor.
• Annually review and update the following in coordination with the 4-H Educator: Franklin County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Center Policy and Procedures Manual, Parent Handbook, Volunteer Handbook, and Rider and Volunteer Application Forms.
• Assist in coordinating volunteer training and lesson scheduling with instructors, the Barn Manager, and the Volunteer Coordinator.