Volunteer Manager

About Halleck Creek Ranch

Founded in 1977, Halleck Creek Ranch (HCR) is a premier riding center that empowers

individuals with disabilities to live a "life without barriers." Through horseback riding and

interactions with specially trained horses, participants gain confidence, mobility, and well-

being, leading to transformative physical, emotional, and mental benefits.

Volunteers gain valuable insights into the abilities of individuals with disabilities, fostering

understanding and challenging misconceptions. These connections between participants,

volunteers, and horses strengthen the community.

Rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, HCR fosters a welcoming environment that

celebrates individuals’ unique abilities. Our dedicated staff is committed to enriching lives through adaptive riding, horse-assisted activities, and community inclusion, providing life-

changing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Position Summary

The Volunteer Manager (VM) is responsible for recruiting, engaging, retaining, and

managing volunteers to support program operations, participant services, and ranch

maintenance. Key duties include overseeing outreach, screening, onboarding, training,

scheduling, task coordination, and recognition. With a focus on expanding the volunteer

base by 30%, the VM ensures capacity aligns with organizational needs.

The VM will also serve as a community ambassador, promoting HCR’s mission and

opportunities to diverse audiences. A successful candidate will have nonprofit volunteer

management experience, a commitment to DEI, and passion for adaptive riding and

disability advocacy. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Our ideal candidate is an experienced manager, preferably with a

background in growing and leading successful volunteer-driven programs,

who excels at inspiring and engaging individuals and groups. You are

passionate about HCR’s mission and work, bringing expertise, innovation,

and enthusiasm to the role.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, social services, volunteer coordination, therapeutic recreation) or at least three years of professional
• management experience with relevant training in nonprofit, volunteer, and/or program management.
• Proven ability to manage and engage volunteers, fostering positive participation and cultivating a culture of community service.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders, including executive leadership, the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, community members, funders, and external partners.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking); bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• In-depth understanding of Halleck Creek Ranch’s mission, vision, and impact, with the ability to communicate the organization’s goals effectively to stakeholders.
• Cultural competency, with outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills, and able to foster inclusive engagement with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in nonprofit technology tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and volunteer/donor management systems.
• Highly adaptable, dependable, and results-oriented, with strong problem-solving and project planning skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, adhering to nonprofit ethics and privacy policies.
• Self-directed and collaborative, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve program goals.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA).
• Experience in Equine Assisted Services (EAS) or knowledge of adaptive riding and horse-assisted programs in a therapeutic setting.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental, learning, or behavioral differences, demonstrating commitment to inclusion and disability advocacy.
• Proven leadership in volunteer supervision, onboarding, and training, with effective mentoring and engagement skills.
• Knowledge of humane horse handling, horsemanship principles, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities Include: Volunteer Recruitment, Onboarding and Training,

Fostering Engagement, Recognition and Retention, Volunteer Program Administration and

Agency-wide coordination and support of organization wide activities.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This role takes place in a ranch/rural setting, with exposure to dust, animals, uneven terrain,

and various weather conditions. The position involves routine office work with standard

equipment like computers, phones, and photocopiers. Employees must be able to perform essential duties, which include standing for long periods, walking on uneven ground, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs. (or more with assistance). Vision must support tasks such as close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Occasional use of ranch-related equipment may be

required. Exposure to extreme weather, including wind, rain, and heat, is possible. Accommodations

for disabilities may be provided.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of

activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,

responsibilities and activities may be subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Halleck Creek Ranch (HCR) is an equal opportunity employer committed to

diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion,

sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual

orientation, or any other protected status. HCR provides reasonable

accommodations for employees with disabilities and pregnant employees as

needed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.