Equine & Farm Animal Manager

Job overview

The Equine & Farm Animal Manager role is onsite in Freeport, FL. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Alaqua Animal Refuge's animal welfare mission by leading care and operations for rescued horses and farm animals. The manager oversees animal welfare, staff, volunteers, veterinary coordination, training, and placement. This work helps ensure animals receive individualized care and supports adoption, sanctuary, and educational programming pathways.

What you'll do

• Oversee daily health, nutrition, safety, and wellbeing of horses and farm animals
• maintain feeding, turnout, enrichment, and shelter protocols
• evaluate horses and oversee training plans
• manage staffing and scheduling
• train and support staff and volunteers
• coordinate veterinary care and maintain medical records
• review adoption applications and support placements
• oversee promotion and educational programming.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

equine manager

farm animal care

animal welfare

rescue animals

horse training

veterinary coordination

adoptions

volunteer oversight

freeport fl

alaqua animal refuge

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role combines hands-on animal care and training with team leadership, veterinary coordination, adoption work, and community education.

About the employer

Alaqua Animal Refuge, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations. Sector: 81.