Private
Ranch Manager & Property Caretaker Couple needed (Housing Included)
We are seeking a responsible, experienced couple to live and work on a 170-acre private family ranch in Northern Santa Barbara County (45 minutes from Santa Barbara / 30 minutes from Santa Maria / 15 minutes from the beach). This is a year-round, long-term position with on-site housing included. The ideal candidates are hands-on, self-directed, and experienced with both ranch operations and hospitality property care.
Primary Responsibilities
Ranch Operations (Full-Time):
- Irrigation, fencing, equipment use, land and facility maintenance
- Tractor and ranch machinery operation and upkeep
- Daily animal care (currently horses and chickens) — equine experience required
- General property improvement, seasonal projects, and preventative maintenance
- Liaison with outside vendors, contractors, and event coordinators when applicable
Property & Guest Care (Part-Time / Hospitality):
- Turnover and cleaning of guest rental units
- Light landscaping, gardening, orchard upkeep
- Preparing property for occasional weddings, photo shoots, and retreats (not running events — only readiness & liaison)
Structure & Schedule
- Year-round position with seasonal rhythm
- – Spring / Summer: more land and ranch work
- – Summer / Fall: more guest turnover and event preparation
- – Winter: fewer guests, but ongoing maintenance and project work
- Housing provided: Tiny home on property, best suited for 1–2 adults only
- All utilities included (water, heat, satellite internet)
- Use of ranch vehicle for on-property work
- Compensation starts at $25/hr DOE
Ideal Candidates
- Experienced couple strongly preferred — able to divide operations and hospitality tasks
- Prior ranch, farm, or agricultural experience required
- Confident with horses; equine handling experience is important
- Reliable, capable, discreet, and able to work independently without supervision
- Comfortable with rural living and long-term commitment
- Future equine or small cattle program expansion possible for the right candidate (not required)
TO APPLY:
If interested, please email a brief introduction, relevant experience, and references.
Email
[email protected]
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