Clarification from the agency

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

• First-line supervisor of subordinates and provides a full range of supervisory functions to include performance management, employee relations, employee recognition, dispute resolution, training and development, and team building for assigned staff.
• Develops and implements equestrian training programs for riders of all ages and skill levels.
• Provides instruction on horsemanship, riding techniques, methods of regulating movement, grooming, and care of horses. Organizes tryouts, recommends appointment of cadet athletes, and provides technical training.
• Manages all aspects of team travel and upholds the discipline, safety, and overall health and welfare of cadet athletes. Operates equine program in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations which govern the sport and associated activities.
• Evaluates the success of the equestrian program in terms of profitability, customer satisfaction and mission accomplishment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• This is an Army Drug Testing position; the incumbent must sign a DA Form 5019-R as a condition of employment and shall be subject to periodic and random urinalysis drug testing in accordance with AR 215-3 and EO 12564.
• Satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks IAW AR 215-3, Chapter 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation with childcare checks and physical examination.
• Must be able to continually stand, walk, stoop, reach, pull, push, and bend. Must be able to lift of move objects up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to work an irregular schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays, split shifts, and/or overtime in support of academic and cyclic training schedules.
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors during different types of weather conditions ranging from hot and/or humid to extreme sub-freezing temperature.
• Must be able to work on a range of different terrains to include trails, pastures, sand, clay, straw, and concrete.
• Must possess and maintain a state issued driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government motor vehicle operator’s license.
• This position requires frequent travel to locations on and off post.
• Possess and maintain a membership with the Unites States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA), the Professional Horseman’s Association (PHA) and the US Equestrian Federation (USEF).

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

Three (3) years' experience in equestrian facility or program management (i.e., athletic or recreational, high school, resort, or similar) including coaching or other leadership/supervisory experience.

This experience must be reflected on your resume to be considered eligible for this position.

In addition, candidates must possess: A bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, such as equine studies, sports administration, or sports psychology

OR

Experience managing or administrating an equestrian sports program which included providing instruction in various horsemanship, training, and riding techniques; equine care (to include basic health conditions, equine behavior and anatomy); athletic conditioning; and developing teams for competitions and tournaments.

This experience/education must be reflected on your resume and your degree/transcript must be uploaded at the time of application to be considered eligible for this position.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred":

Experience managing or directing an equestrian program at the collegiate or equivalent level.

The experience listed above must be reflected on your resume to be considered a highly preferred candidate for this position.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It

We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

• Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
• If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.

Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying

When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:

• NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
• NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
• NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)

Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

About Your Resume

• Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement. For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to:
  • https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/.
• Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit).
• Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.

Expedite Your Hiring

• To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your resume.

Required Documents

• Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position. The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

• Resume

Other Accepted Documents

• Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA), the Professional Horseman’s Association (PHA) and the US Equestrian Federation (USEF) Membership(s)
• PCS Orders
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

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