Assistant Herd Manager BS9701

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

Job summary

Oklahoma State University seeks a capable livestock coordinator to manage daily care, reproduction, and nutrition programs for the Bluestem Range and Wheat Pasture Unit. You will oversee inventory and deployment of precision livestock technology while maintaining facilities' cleanliness and safety.

You will supervise student employees, assist with research samples, and collaborate with the Sr. Herd Manager to support teaching, research, and extension programs.

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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement care, reproduction, and nutritional programs for livestock.
• Manage inventory, deployment, and maintenance of precision livestock technology equipment.
• Maintain and improve facilities and grounds; ensure cleanliness and appearance.
• Supervise student employees and assist with research sample collection as needed.

Skills

Beef cattle handling

Record keeping

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Livestock equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's in Animal Science

Tools

Electronic ear tags

Virtual fence collars

Livestock technology

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 - $53,000 Salary

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

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.