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Posted: Apr 30, 2026

Guest Ranch Lead

Heartland Elk Guest Ranch

Valentine, Nebraska

Wages/Pay
$35,000.00 - $38,000.00 / year + tips
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Jun 15, 2026

This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a variety of settings, contributing to the care of livestock, the upkeep of ranch/lodging infrastructure, and facilitating guest excursions. We are seeking a motivated individual who is eager to learn, take initiative, and thrive in a hands-on environment. This role requires a wide range of knowledge from the agricultural, outdoor recreation, and hospitality industries.

Responsibilities

Hospitality/Recreation Operations

  • Support day to day river outfitting operations on the Niobrara River

  • Provide ranch tours to guests

  • Step into a leadership role during the Summer to help oversee seasonal workers

  • Grounds keeping/trail maintenance

  • Assist with hunting operations

  • Assist with weddings and events

  • Create a fun and inviting atmosphere for our guests

Agricultural

  • Maintain agricultural infrastructure (vehicles, equipment, barns, fences, corrals etc.)

  • Livestock care

  • Hay production

  • Land management

    Perks of the Job

    • Health Insurance Reimbursement

    • Paid Time Off

    • Housing

    • Never a boring day, our work changes with each season

    This position offers an engaging environment where you can develop your skills in a wide variety of fields, while making a tangible impact on our companies success. We value energetic individuals who are eager to take initiative—if you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply

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Contact Info

Heartland Elk Guest Ranch

Heartland Elk Guest Ranch is a small family business. We are a working elk ranch that hosts guests who go on river trips and off-road excursions while staying in one of our log cabins. The Ranch has something for everybody whether you are looking for livestock experience, greenhouse management, outdoor adventure guiding, hospitality roles or land management/conservation experience.

Location
Nebraska
Season
Summer
Staff size
5
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Housing details
We have an employee cabin and RV hookups.
Family housing available
No
Single occupancy housing available
Yes
Pet friendly
No
Meals
None
Cell phone service
Some, ask for details
Internet access
Intermittent
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