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Evelyn Alexander Home for Animals (EAHFA)
Position Opening: Director of EAHFA
The Evelyn Alexander Home for Animals (EAHFA) provides permanent sanctuary to equines that are unable to be placed into homes through the equine rescue community due to old age, physical ailments or behavioral issues. Working through established humane organizations, EAHFA also assists equines in dire situations and is dedicated to their rehabilitation and lifelong support. EAHFA provides a humane safe haven where these animals will no longer face the fear of cruelty, neglect or displacement for the entirety of their lives while receiving the highest standard of care. In only two years, EAHFA has established itself as a valuable asset to the Virginia equine community.
EAHFA is located on ~270 acres in Middleburg, Virginia. EAHFA is searching for a Director to oversee its current operations and further develop its strategic plans and standardized business practices. The Director will monitor and improve upon the current budget and establish quarterly goals as well as a five-year plan. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Equine Care
- Develop and implement policies, procedures and protocols for equine care, rescue and rehabilitation.
- Supervise full- and part-time employees dedicated to equine care.
- Oversee medical treatment of equine. Maintain business relationships with vet, farrier, etc and determine potential partnerships with local vet school.
- Establish purchasing plan for supplies, feed, materials and equipment.
Land/Structures
- Supervise facility management to insure the overall upkeep/repair of existing land and structures.
- Collaborate with Ag Extension Office to develop land-use plan. Coordinate cross-fencing design for group-pasturing and test current soils to determine pasture quality.
- Work with Virginia Outdoors Foundation to insure operational and structural compliance.
- Identify companies to construct and/or modify run-in sheds and new barn. Eventually, oversee the construction of a new 8-stall barn with living quarters.
Ideally, EAHFA is searching for a candidate with at least 5+ years of experience in the field of equine management. Previous experience at an equine rescue facility is preferred, but not required. The candidate should have a degree from an accredited university and proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs. Must be in good physical condition and able to work outdoors in variable weather conditions. On-site living is required in a shared-housing environment.
Salary negotiable based on experience.
For all inquiries and submission of resumes, please contact:
Lindsay Derman
713-758-7576