Hunting & Outdoor Manager needed at Orvis-endorsed Hunting Lodge in Michigan ~ $55k

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Meemo's Farm

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Location
Evart, MI
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
$55,000
Date Posted
June 22, 2023
Housing Offered
Yes
Experience
2-5 yrs

Located on over 1,700 acres in Michigan’s central Lower Peninsula, Meemos Farm is an established Premier Orvis endorsed wing – shooting lodge and corporate retreat.

Primary Role

Meemo’s Farm Hunt / Outdoor manager’s primary role is to provide comprehensive support to the General Manager in the areas of business operations that focus on hunting, dog training, staff development, grounds maintenance and development , leadership, and guest service.

Role & Responsibilities

Typical work activities and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Reviewing and assessing Meemos Farm’s current facilities with respect to all aspects of hunting and shooting and making recommendations (complete with budgets) as to how they can be improved. This is particularly relevant to increasing Meemos Farm’s wing shooting and clay shooting business.
  • Working closely with the General Manager to develop and adhere to business plans; schedules; and budgets for materials, labor, game birds, and other purchases.
  • Monitoring financial results, implementing cost savings and revenue generation strategies.
  • Ensuring all hunts and shooting activities are carried out in a safe and professional manner whilst providing a memorable shooting and hunting experience for the client.
  • Guide training, guide evaluation, and directing or conducting hunts in order to offer hunting experiences of the highest quality to clients.
  • Responsible for the development of Meemos Farm’s dog training / dog breeding / boarding program with a high emphasis on the training of Meemos Farm dogs.
  • Being responsible and accountable for all gun dog facilities including the training, general caring, health and wellbeing and maintenance of Meemos Farm gun dogs, clients dogs and kennels
  • Being responsible and accountable for all game related activities including the general caring, health and release of game birds.
  • Responsibility (in conjunction with the General Manager) for design, layout, cultivation and planting of upland bird cover crops and deer feed plots.
  • Planning and implementing land and wildlife management initiatives that will enhance Meemos Farm’s reputation as a world-class game preserve.
  • Coordinating the general upkeep of the lawns, grounds, roads, and the associated machinery and equipment needed to maintain them, including developing and implementing machine and vehicle maintenance and safety programs.
  • Participating in the development and execution of all Health and Safety policies and procedures adopted by Meemos Farm and complying with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Qualifications

  • Applicants must have experience in and show a track record of managing the outdoor and hunt operations of a similar wing shooting / hunting facility
  • Proven experience in land management, cultivation and planting of upland bird cover crops and deer feed plots is essential
  • Experienced Wingshooter, dog training experience is highly desirable
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Demonstrates a high level of organizational skills.
  • Provides an exemplary model of conduct for others.
  • Is open and approachable, and can be trusted.
  • Is well groomed and presents a professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Offers courteous, sincere genuine hospitality at all times.
  • Can communicate effectively.
  • Is able to handle a high volume of work.
  • Is available to the property any time of the day or night.
  • Is able to adapt readily to changing conditions or circumstances.
  • Is enthusiastic about his work.
  • Continues to grow and develop both personally and professionally.
  • Able to delegate responsibility to others and follow through.

TO APPLY:

Forward cover letter & resume to our email address. Or call for more info.

Visit website here: https://meemosfarm.com/

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