Assistant Herd Manager

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater seeks a motivated coordinator to oversee daily care, reproduction, and nutrition programs for livestock and forage management at Bluestem Range and Wheat Pasture Unit. You will manage inventory and maintenance of precision livestock technology, supervise student employees, and support research activities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Animal Science with beef cattle handling experience, strong computer and record-keeping skills, and the ability to lift

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Animal Science and one year work experience in related field (degree must be conferred on or before start date).
• Knowledge/experience in beef cattle management and handling, knowledge of forage production and supplement feeding. Knowledge of livestock technology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily coordination and implementation of care, reproduction, and nutritional programs for the livestock and forage management.
• Manage inventory, deployment, and maintenance of precision livestock technology equipment for the department.
• Maintain facilities and grounds, assist with collection of research samples, and supervise student employees.

Skills

Computer skills

Record keeping

Organizational skills

Livestock handling

Cattle health knowledge

Farm equipment operation

Physical strength

Digital livestock tech

Education

Bachelor's in Animal Science

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Ryan Reuter, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$45,000 - $53,000Salary

About this Position

Responsible for daily coordination and implementation of care, reproduction, and nutritional programs for the livestock and forage management at the Bluestem Range and Wheat Pasture Unit, in collaboration with the Sr. Herd Manager. Responsible for managing the inventory, deployment, and maintenance of precision livestock technology equipment for the department. Responsible for maintaining and improving facilities, maintaining general cleanliness and desirable appearance of all facilities and grounds. Assist with collection of research samples as needed. Will supervise student employees.

The Oklahoma State University Department of Animal and Food Sciences has distinguished programs in teaching, research, and Extension. We offer two majors, animal science and food science, and 12 study options. We are one of the largest departments on campus, but with a small-town feel, a caring attitude, and a commitment to every student. For more information, visit: https://agriculture.okstate.edu/departments-programs/afs/

There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Animal Science and one year work experience in related field
  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Knowledge/experience in beef cattle management and handling, knowledge of forage production and supplement feeding. Knowledge of livestock technology.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid Driver's License

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Excellent computer skills, record keeping skills and organizational skills. Must be dependable and work both independently and with others, ability to meet the public, must be a skilled with livestock and possess skills to handle cattle, identify and treat sick cattle and keep accurate records, must be capable of operating farm equipment and must be able to lift at least 100 pounds. Must be able to effectively maintain digital livestock technology such as electronic ear tags, virtual fence collars, scales, etc.

Working Conditions

This is an exempt position (which indicates that the position is exempt from overtime pay/comp). According to OSU policy, a 40-hour work week is considered minimal for exempt staff and you are expected to work hours in excess of 40 hours per week when the work load requires additional hours (to include some early mornings, some evenings and one weekend per month) to check/care for animals. Work in Oklahoma environment -- heat, cold, rain, wind, etc. Will be driving university vehicles to and from the Animal Science building to Bluestem Research Range and other research locations. Most travel will be in-state with an occasional out-of-state trip.

Heavy farm equipment and livestock

Must be able to consistently lift a minimum of 100 pounds.