Job Information
Texas A&M University Manager, Farm in United States
Job Title
Manager, Farm
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Animal Science
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Farm Manager, under direction, manages and utilizes the University's farm as a teaching, research, and extension laboratory for the assigned division. Works with enterprises on the farm, while providing learning experiences for students enrolled in Agricultural Sciences.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Oversee and coordinates farm operations.-Oversees and coordinates repairs of equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
-Oversees and coordinates farm grounds maintenance.
-Coordinates and assigns daily work schedules for supervised farm employees.
-Focuses on effective planning and time management while implementing short- and long-term plans.
-Uses technology to improve productivity and optimize farm performance as a unit.
-Ensures that each unit maintains inventories on assets and production records, and complies monthly and yearly reports.
-Identifies and secures equipment and supplies needed.
-Oversees marketing of products sold, including scheduling and transportation.
-Oversees and coordinates pesticide storage and use according to manufacturer's recommendation and established University safety procedures.
-Maintains records related to the purchase, storage, and use of pesticides.
-Ensures workers use appropriate personal protective equipment.
-Collects and analyzes experimental data including pasture use and livestock inventory records, and management of computer database files.-Perform other job-related duties as required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
-Bachelor's degree in applicable field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Three years of related experience in farm management operations.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
-Knowledge of laboratory maintenance, equipment, and safety.
-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
-Knowledge of farm operations and standard safety procedures.
-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
-Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
-Ability to perform moderate physical activity and exposure to extreme weather conditions.
-Ability to maintain an on-call schedule during evenings, weekends and holidays.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service.If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you.
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/extension-home/)
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/college-home/)
Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/tvmdl-home/)
Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners.
Prospective employee benefits
Retirement programs
Commitment to inclusive excellence (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/)
Strategic plan