About the Organization
Equistaff is the premier Equine Industry Recruitment Agency in the United States. Founded in 1982 our organization focuses on specialized head hunting for a wide variety of positions in the Equine Industry. We strive to source opportunities that advance our industry and match them with candidates who have what it takes to not only succeed but thrive in their new positions. We work nationwide with the ability to expand into international territories in the future as we grow. At Equistaff we represent opportunities ranging from entrylevel Barn Staff to CSuite leadership and everything inbetween! This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who enjoys a versatile work life and enjoys conversing with all manner of professional equestrian day in and day out.
This is now a Remote opportunity!! We will be prioritizing candidates located within the most populated US Equine Markets. Willingness to have a bootsontheground presence at local equestrian events and networking opportunities a significant plus!
Job Description
In this position you will be responsible for creating high quality matches for both our clients and candidates in all levels and facets of the industry. We represent positions in all disciplines of equestrian sport and across all professional avenues from Animal Health to Show Management and beyond. We take pride in creating connections that will be lasting and fulfilling for all parties. An individual with a deep multifaceted understanding of the industry will have a leg up in this opportunity! Professional handson experience in a variety of disciplines or industry facets will be looked on extremely favorably. Ability to speak Spanish would be a tremendous plus!
While formal sales or recruiting experience is not necessary candidates should feel comfortable with the idea of coldcalling top names in the industry. This position requires exemplary communication skills and a strong attention to detail.
Job Duties
As a team of only two the following duties are the primary responsibilities but by no means a comprehensive list of all possible activities/duties
Recruiting (Candidates)
Source skilled candidates for open positions via social media and industry connections
Conduct indepth phone interviews with jobseekers and candidates
Evaluate candidates to determine their suitability for each role based on their skill level work history communication skills and any specific factors laid out by each client
Review riding videos and other relevant documentation provided by candidates to ensure aptitude for open positions
Conduct professional reference checks on candidates
Thoroughly document findings on each candidate to ensure accurate representation to clients
Be able to summarize findings in a detailed written presentation for client review
Act as facilitator and mediator throughout interview & offer stages
Provide support for candidate throughout the hiring process to ensure a positive experience
Conduct general screenings on candidates who are not actively applying for open roles and work to source opportunities that may be suitable for their needs and experience.
Sales (Clients)
Identify quality opportunities and organizations to pursue as clients of Equistaff
Perform targeted outreach to prospective clients via coldcalling email outreach and social media
Provide highly personalized customer service to prospects and existing clients ensuring their needs are understood fully and are being met to the best of our abilities.
Carefully document client needs in order to accurately portray each position to prospective candidates and to internal team
Maintaining consistent communication with clients through the hiring process including facilitating interviews and travel arrangements
Followup with clients throughout the hiring process and the 3 months following successful hire to ensure satisfaction
Troubleshoot client concerns as needed
Additional Aspects
Promote our selfservice online job board (Equistaff) to jobseekers and clients
Provide customer service and troubleshooting to equistaff users
Collaborate with the team to discover new avenues for increased business
Learn about and promote additional Equistaff service offerings as company continues to develop
Attend tradeshows equestrian events and other local networking opportunities as needed