Positions, Salary & Benefits
Due to the overwhelming number of excellent applications we have already received, we are no longer accepting applications for summer 2010. Please check back in October for an online 2011 application.Positions
Waitress / Housekeeping / Kitchen Clean-up The majority of our staff are hired for this position which rotates between dining room work, kitchen clean-up and the cleaning of ranch accommodations.Kitchen Prep This position includes food preparation and assistance in meal set up and presentation.
Maintenance / Program Assistant Responsibilities include landscaping, daily pool care, trash removal, lawn care, maintenance and care of ranch vehicles, minor “fix-it” jobs and assistance with some ranch program activities.
Children’s Program Director & Assistant Responsible for planning, coordinating and carrying out children’s program activities, learning children’s names and providing a controlled, fun atmosphere for our guests’ children (ages 4 to 11).
Teen Program Director & Assistant Responsible for planning, coordinating and carrying out teen program activities, learning teens’ names and developing rapport with the guest teens.
Wrangler Work at the corral not only involves guiding our guests as they ride, Head Wranglerbut also giving clear, concise instructions, grooming horses, cleaning and caring for tack, raking corrals and hauling hay for the horses. Previous experience with horses is preferred. First aid and CPR certification are required for all of our wranglers. Wranglers must be at least 18 years old. Leadership and people skills are required as well as stamina for long days of hard work.Office Assistant Assists in guest check-ins, daily correspondence, preparing and publishing our daily guest newsletter, handling store transactions, answering guest questions, telephone communication, taking reservations and recording guest expenses. We’re looking for someone personable, sharp and who has Microsoft Word and Publisher skills.
Salary
Starting salary summer of 2010 is $165.00/week. Depending on performance, additional tips are pro-rated and disbursed among the staff at the end of the summer. Weekly salary includes room, board and $10.00/day guaranteed tips June 1 to August 31.| “Working at Deer Valley Ranch was the experience of a lifetime for me. After arriving in Colorado, it was only a matter of time before DVR became my ‘home away from home’. If you are considering working at Deer Valley , I can tell you this: The work is hard but the friends and memories you will make, along with a growing relationship with God, are worth every bit of it.” ~ Kristin from Arkansas |
Benefits
- Horseback riding
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Mountain Biking
- Swimming
- Sightseeing
- Rafting at a discounted rate
- Lots of great food – the same we serve our guests
- Personal and spiritual growth
- Special, life-time friendships
