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Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Equine Facilitator - On-call

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718

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Summary

The Equine Facilitator demonstrates a commitment to providing high quality programming and a commitment to caring for guests, vendors and human and horse colleagues so they can be their best. This role is responsible for leading or assisting with assigned Equine programming and the care and upkeep of horses, ranch facilities and all related duties associated with maintaining an excellent equine facility.

Lead and assist/co-facilitate with private and group Equine Program offerings as assigned

Work cooperatively with the team to take excellent care of guests, vendors, colleagues, horses, tack, equipment and facility

Maintain guest confidentiality in all guest interactions

Provide high quality horse care to ensure the health of the herd, including but not limited to feeding, daily grooming and horse wellness checks to identify distress, illness, lameness, injury, etc., assisting with vet visits, hoof care practitioner visits, observation of herd dynamics, and doctoring

Work cooperatively with team members to share an even distribution of work responsibilities related to maintenance and upkeep of ranch facilities, grounds and equipment

Adhere to Attendance and Tardiness policy; adhere to policies for paid and unpaid breaks

Prioritize a welcoming, congruent, and safe environment at the ranch for guests, colleagues, vendors, and horses

Proactively engage with guests to promote the Equine Program, including but not limited to timely arrival at designated pick-up areas

Other duties as assigned

We offer excellent benefits:

Complimentary room nights*

Unlimited discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30 th day of employment*

401K with company match*

Generous Paid Time Off policy*

Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*

Employee Stock Purchase Plan*

Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and gym

*Exact benefit package is contingent on status

Qualifications Qualifications:

Extensive horse handling experience, comfortable working with a variety of horses, demonstrate willingness to learn new ways of working with horses without use of force or coercion; expert knowledge of equine body language, calming signals, communication and safety. Demonstrate desire and willingness to continue learning

Able to partner with horses at liberty as co-facilitators of experiential sessions with humans; and to articulate the role of the horse human partnership in the context of equine facilitated learning

Able to lead or assist with small group discussions with an experiential learning focus and be fully engaged in listening to and processing guest experiences, while keeping all group members engaged and included

Skilled and comfortable with public speaking, engaging an audience; or with a demonstrated interest in developing proficiency in these areas

Able to create a safe physical and emotional space for guest and horse interactions

Able to lift, push and pull 100 lbs. on a daily basis and work in all kinds of weather conditions including extreme heat, wind, dust and cold

Ability to sit with uncomfortable emotions without panicking; demonstrating mindful awareness of self and others

Willing and able to work weekends and holidays

CPR/First Aid certified preferred

Please provide a resume with your application, and cover letter that highlights the ways your experience and interests make you a great fit for this position.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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