Head Show Groom and Barn Supervisor, FEI Show Jumping
Private high-end sport horse breeding and show jumping farm in South Carolina
| Employer | Private high-end sport horse breeding and show jumping farm in South Carolina (not named) |
|---|---|
| Location | Aiken, SC (Southeast) · On-site |
| Type & level | Full-time · Lead |
| Pay | Not stated in the posting · BLS median for athletes and sports competitors: USD 66,710 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook (2025 national median); the source posting states no pay |
| Visa path | P-1A fit (support roles vary) |
| Role family | International Show Jumping Rider / Groom |
About the role
A private breeding and show jumping operation wants an experienced head groom for a long-term, full-time role. The person will oversee care of upper-level show jumpers and stallions, prepare them for national and FEI competitions, and lead the barn staff. Fluency in both English and Spanish is needed to coordinate the team.
What you'll do
- Oversee daily care of upper-level show jumpers and stallions
- Prepare horses for national and FEI competitions and travel with them to shows
- Supervise grooms, set schedules and delegate duties
- Coordinate with riders, trainers, veterinarians and farriers
- Manage feeding, supplements, treatments and rehabilitation, and give prescribed medications under veterinary direction where permitted
- Keep accurate care and medication records and keep tack, equipment and the barn organized
Requirements
- Proven FEI show grooming experience
- Strong English and Spanish proficiency
- Experience supervising staff and handling valuable competition horses
- Knowledge of equine first aid and veterinary aftercare
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel
- Legal authorization to work in the USA
Nice to have
- Experience driving a truck and horse trailer
Pay & benefits
Not stated in the posting · BLS median for athletes and sports competitors: USD 66,710. The posting lists a housing stipend or an on-site studio apartment subject to availability, paid time off and holidays, and covered travel costs for competitions. It also describes long-term employment and professional development.
Pay source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook (2025 national median); the source posting states no pay. Market data, not an offer from O1DMatch.
Visa path
Senior grooms at the FEI level typically document their competition record, references from riders and trainers, and the level of the horses they have handled. A groom may be considered under a P-1 category or as essential support personnel depending on the facts. The posting states no citizenship restriction and shows a visa sponsorship licence badge, though it also asks for legal work authorization. An employer like this or a U.S. agent can file a petition, and approval depends on the evidence and a government decision.
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