Hiring: Apprentice Husbander-Interpreter Company: Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Location: Williamsburg, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 11:06:43 Employment Type: On-site About the job Experience: •General Knowledge and practical skills in Livestock Husbandry, gained through at least 4 years working with cattle, sheep or poultry. Experience gained in any combination of experience that fulfills the responsibilities of the job. •Demonstrated capacity to drive trucks and trailers. Apprentice Level 3 and higher must possess a valid Commonwealth of Proven ability to work alone with livestock both safely and having initiative to handle unforeseen circumstances in dealing with livestock. •Must possess good communication skills, and ability to work in a team. •Demonstrated capacity to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions, generally gained through high school education/GED •Demonstrated capacity to drive horses; ability to drive oxen, knowledge of cattle care; ability to herd sheep; knowledge of sheep care; knowledge of poultry care; knowledge of dairy operations; ability to operate heavy equipment Required Skills: •Cares for the Livestock to insure their health and safety, including working with the Veterinary surgeon when necessary. •Help with the breeding and birthing aspects of the livestock management. •Gives interpretations on livestock husbandry in the 18th Century and the role oflivestock in society. Demonstrates different skills involved such as milking cows, shearing sheep, sheep herding and ox driving throughout the Historic Area. •Use oxen to move freight throughout the Historic Area, using both carts and wagons when needed. Use oxen for ticketed ox-cart rides, under supervision. Also assist other programs and shops with oxen, when required. •Gives talks and tours concerning the Rare Breeds program. •Assist with special programs; adapt interpretations to meet the needs of special programs. •Cares for and maintains equipment used with the livestock to include trucks and trailers. •Helps co-ordinate with other departments and outside agencies as necessary for public programming or care of the livestock. Qualifications: •Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based on Colonial Williamsburg's criteria. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!