If you love working outside and being around animals , this job is for you. The Alpaca Herd Manager will be responsible for the daily care of the alpacas, along with two livestock guardian dogs, several goats, and chickens. This person needs to have prior livestock-handling experience and be confident to independently performing all tasks related to animal care, including feeding, stall/pasture cleaning, identifying and treating sick animals. Other duties include assisting with breeding, birthing, and training alpaca. JOB DETAILS: Full-Time (30-40 hours per week, year-round) Health Insurance available Starting salary $30,000 - $45,000 depending on level of experience Daily schedule will generally be 7am - 3pm QUALIFICATIONS: 2 years of livestock management/animal handling experience Be able to lift 40--50 pounds High school education or equivalent Valid Driver's License 2 professional references Drug-free (owners reserve the right to randomly drug test) OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Herd health management (weighing, medication, basic first aid, documentation, etc.) Keeping the barn and pastures clean & safe (picking up manure, feeding, fresh water) Feeding & care of the dogs, goats, chickens, and other farm animals REQUIREMENTS: Ability to clearly and proactively communicate with owners when an issue or questions arises, supplies are needed, etc. and the initiative to anticipate animal/farm needs Comfortable working in all weather conditions (sometimes extreme heat/cold, wind, rain, etc.) Ability to work independently with little socialization (this person will spend a lot of time alone with the animals) Self-motivated with the ability to recognize tasks that need to be completed Positive attitude and willingness to achieve the highest standard of animal care Must be able to stay off cell phone while working unless related to job tasks (communicating with other farm staff/owners, etc) For consideration, please submit a letter of interest to Jackie King (j.king@charter.net or Jackie@suriandcompany.com) along with the names and contact information for two professional references.