Assistant Herd Manager, Purebred Beef Cattle

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University, Department of Animal and Food Sciences, invites applicants for a position overseeing cow herd care and breeding programs at the Purebred Beef Cattle Range. The role involves coordinating daily activities, assisting with record-keeping and facility maintenance while supervising student workers.

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with travel; requires CDL, AI certification, and ability to lift 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Animal Science or closely related agricultural field, degree conferred on or before start date.
• Knowledge/experience in artificial insemination and pregnancy checking; forage production and supplemental feeding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement care, reproduction and nutritional programs for the cow herd.
• Assist in developing and maintaining record-keeping for genetic and management improvement.
• Maintain facilities, cleanliness, and desirable appearance of all facilities and grounds.
• Promote the OSU Purebred Operation and supervise student employees.
• Travel required; travel budget provided.

Skills

Dependable

Independent worker

Cattle handling

Record keeping

Public interaction

Artificial insemination

Pregnancy checking

Education

Bachelor's in Animal Science

Job description

Oklahoma State University, Department of Animal and Food Sciences, invites applicants for a position overseeing cow herd care and breeding programs at the Purebred Beef Cattle Range. The role involves coordinating daily activities, assisting with record-keeping and facility maintenance while supervising student workers.

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with travel; requires CDL, AI certification, and ability to lift 100 pounds.