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Rite of Passage

Ranch Manager

Escondido, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Ranch Manager at San Pasqual Academy in Escondido, California. San Pasqual Academy is located on a beautiful 238 acres in rural San Pasqual Valley. SPA is ...

The Estate Agency

Ranch Hand

Nashville, TN

$50K - $60K/yr

Ranch Hand / Personal Assistant (Hybrid Role) Location: Nashville, TN Overview: Our client is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Ranch Hand / Personal Assistant to support both the day-to-day ...

Magnum Staffing Services

Ranch Hand

Brookshire, TX · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Ranch Hand / Groundskeeper Location: Brookshire TX area Pay: $12.50HR Full-time (60 hours paid each week) We're looking for a reliable and hard-working Groundskeeper/ Ranch Hand to help maintain well ...

Scott Martin Cattle llc

Ranch Hand

Elgin, AZ · On-site

$14 - $19/hr

Ranch Hand/Cowboy Wanted Seeking experienced Ranch Hand/Cowboy with a diverse skillset for full-time position. Must have expertise in welding, plumbing, equipment operation, and mechanics. Strong ...

Agri Beef

Ranch Hand

Loomis, WA

$18 - $22/hr

The Ranch Hand is responsible for completing daily operations at Agri Beef's ranch in Loomis, WA, including monitoring and moving cattle. Their work enables day-to-day operation of the ranch. This ...

Paws Up Montana

Ranch Hand

Bonner, MT · On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

Join the Team at Montana's Premier Luxury Ranch Resort! About Paws Up Montana: Paws Up Montana embodies the spirit of the American West. As a family-owned, award-winning destination, we inspire both ...

Collaborative Vision

Ranch Manager

Bloomfield, IA · On-site

Ranch Manager Bloomfield, approximately 150 miles south of Vinhook (capital city) Travel note: The property is accessed by gravel road for roughly half the distance, about a 1.5-hour drive.

Knightsbridge Capital Corporation

Ranch Hand

Bonner, MT · On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

Nestled on a breathtaking 37,000-acre ranch, Paws Up Montana embodies the spirit of the American West. As a family-owned, award-winning destination, we inspire both guests and team members alike.

Agri Beef

Ranch Hand

Loomis, WA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

The Ranch Hand is responsible for completing daily operations at Agri Beef's ranch in Loomis, WA, including monitoring and moving cattle. Their work enables day-to-day operation of the ranch. This ...

The Hunter Company

Ranch management

Castle Rock, CO · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

The Historic Bell Mountain Ranch Equestrian Center located in Castle Rock, Colorado is seeking the perfect candidate for our Ranch Manager. This is a career not just a job.

Summit27 Solutions

Part-time Ranch Hand

Osceola, MO

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Part-Time Ranch Hand Location: Osceola, MO Area Schedule: Approximately 3 days per week We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Part-Time Ranch Hand to assist with the upkeep and maintenance of a ...

TRACE Inc.

Ranch Hand

Caldwell, ID

$15/hr

Ranch Hand Babby Farms is in search of a Ranch Hand Laborer. This position includes but is not limited to handling exotics and domestic animals, adding enrichment to the animals' daily lives ...

Summit27 Solutions

Part-time Ranch Hand

Osceola, MO · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Part-Time Ranch Hand Location: Osceola, MO Area Schedule: Approximately 3 days per week We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Part-Time Ranch Hand to assist with the upkeep and maintenance of a ...

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Ranch jobs refer to a variety of positions involved in the daily operations and management of a ranch, which is typically a large farm where livestock such as cattle, horses, or sheep are raised. Common ranch jobs include ranch hands, wranglers, ranch managers, and maintenance workers. These roles often require physical labor, animal care, equipment operation, and sometimes administrative tasks. Working on a ranch can be demanding but offers a unique lifestyle close to nature and animals.

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AspectRanch JobFarm Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, sometimes certifications in livestock handlingHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic agricultural knowledge
Work EnvironmentOpen ranches, pastures, livestock areasFields, crop areas, greenhouses
Industry UsageLivestock management, cattle, sheep, horse careCrop cultivation, planting, harvesting
Common Search IntentRanch work, livestock jobs, cattle careFarm work, crop harvesting, agricultural labor

Ranch jobs typically focus on livestock management and work in open pasture environments, often involving cattle, sheep, or horses. Farm workers usually handle crop cultivation and harvesting in fields. While both roles require agricultural knowledge and similar certifications, ranch jobs emphasize animal care, whereas farm work centers on plant cultivation. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and interests.

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Ranch Manager

Ranch Manager

Rite of Passage

Escondido, CA • On-site

$25/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Rite Of Passage rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 232 rated social care providers

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Ranch Manager at San Pasqual Academy in Escondido, California.
San Pasqual Academy is located on a beautiful 238 acres in rural San Pasqual Valley. SPA is equipped with all the amenities of a private high school, including classrooms, an auditorium, gym, and cafeteria. On grounds sports and activities include basketball, softball, and football. Our unique campus features residential staff and house parents serving as surrogate parents who mentor and tutor students, teach age-appropriate independent living skills, create opportunities to explore new interests, encourage participation in sports and recreation, assist in the exploration of career and job opportunities, and promote family living skills.
Pay: $25/ hr
Position Overview
The Ranch Manager is responsible for overseeing all ranch operations, including land use, maintenance of agricultural spaces, and coordination of youth programming connected to the ranch. This role blends operational management with mentorship, creating opportunities for youth to engage in hands-on learning, responsibility, and skill-building.
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily ranch operations, including maintenance of grounds, equipment, and agricultural areas
  • Develop and implement structured programming that teaches youth ranching, agriculture, and life skills
  • Supervise and train staff and youth participating in ranch activities
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, licensing requirements, and organizational policies
  • Coordinate with campus leadership to align ranch programming with overall youth development goals
  • Manage inventory, supplies, and vendor relationships related to ranch operations
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized ranch environment

What We're Looking For
  • Experience in ranch management, agriculture, landscaping, or related field
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and engage youth
  • Knowledge of safety practices, equipment operation, and land management
  • Ability to build structure while staying flexible in a dynamic environment
  • Experience working with at-risk youth or in residential settings is a strong plus
  • Valid driver's license and ability to operate ranch equipment

The Perks: Regarding insurance coverage: You will be eligible for Medical insurance on the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment. You will be eligible for the rest of the Rite of Passage Benefits Package immediately after 90 days of full-time employment., and 403b match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ATCS Benefits & Perks
Apply today and help us make a difference!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Rite of Passage is a Nevada‑based nonprofit youth services provider founded in 1984 and headquartered in Minden, NV. It operates a national continuum of evidence‑based, trauma‑responsive programs‑including residential treatment centers, day schools, therapeutic foster care, prevention and reunification services, charter/day school education, and mentoring‑based family preservation initiatives‑serving around 2,000 youth daily across 15 states. As of 2025, the organization is led by co‑founder and CEO Ski James Broman and holds CARF Three‑Year Accreditation, affirming its program quality and compliance with national standards.

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Individual, family and community social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minden, NV, US

Year founded

1984

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