Farm Manager
Company: Kansas State University
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: March 11, 2023
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Job Description:
Farm Manager
Department: 3670010050 Animal Sciences & Industry
Job no: 512167
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Categories: Agriculture, Executive / Director / Management,
Facilities / Grounds / Skilled Trades, Animal Sciences /
Livestock
Pay Grade: 09A
About This Role:
The KSU Dairy Teaching and Research Center (DTRC) exists to support
the dairy teaching, research and extension missions of the
Department of Animal Sciences and Industry. The Farm Manager is
responsible for the day-to-day management of the personnel, animals
and unit facilities and equipment in a manner that properly
supports the teaching, research, and extension missions.
Incumbent functions as the manager of the Dairy Teaching and
Research Center and is responsible for ensuring the safety of the
cows and other dairy unit employees. Incumbent is responsible for
260 mature cows, 260 replacement animals, 8 full-time employees and
15-20 undergraduate student employee. Incumbent is responsible for
purchasing feed and supplies for the unit.
Supervises and trains personnel, maintains records, performs
artificial insemination, performs herd health care, assists in
decision-making process regarding selection of cull cows, semen
purchases, and location of cows at the unit. In addition, the
incumbent is responsible for making decisions concerning the
veterinary care of animals on a daily basis based on approved
protocols and procedures. Incumbent works with herd veterinarians
and faculty to established treatment and management protocols for
the dairy.
Incumbent is responsible for maintaining and organizing repairs and
facility changes at the unit. Incumbent will work with the faculty
supervisor and other dairy faculty to establish goals for facility
changes and assist with planning projects. Incumbent is responsible
for the general appearance of the facility. In addition, the
manager is responsible for equipment maintenance records for the
unit.
Assists faculty with teaching, research, extension and public
service programs including safety and IACUC inspections. Incumbent
is responsible for maintaining all records of research and animal
treatment. Records are to be updated daily and data entered into
both paper and electronic systems.
Incumbent is responsible to receive emergence call at all times
when not on vacation or on official travel.
Incumbent is responsible for working with the assistant manager to
cover supervisory duties on weekends and holidays.
Incumbent is responsible for additional tasks and duties as
assigned by the faculty supervisor.
Why Join Us:
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits
are available, please visit:
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The
university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial
environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students,
and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles
of Community.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until a suitable candidate is
identified.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:
$44,747.00 - $58,000.00
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected
veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: May 20, 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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