Beef Cattle Ranch Supervisor and Field Ops Lead

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Clay Center (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln in Clay Center, NE is seeking a Cattle Ranch Supervisor to oversee 800-1200 cattle, maintain pastures and facilities, and support research operations at USMARC. This is a full-time, on-site role with irregular hours and travel between pastures.

Responsibilities include health care duties, grazing plan development, and occasional supervision of 1–4 staff; CDL and driving record checks may apply. Apply by the posted date.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus four years beef livestock experience, OR Associate degree in animal science plus two years beef livestock production experience.
• Precision, accuracy and attention to detail necessary.
• Ability to maintain equipment, machinery, fields and pastures essential.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of basic to skilled agricultural duties to support research and production activities.
• Provide general care and husbandry for approximately 800-1200 cattle.
• Maintain machinery and fences.
• Assist with pasture management and the collection of research data.
• Oversee daily health care, perform artificial insemination, palpation for pregnancy, and care during calving as needed.
• Assist with or develop a grazing plan for the land area using a rotational grazing scheme.
• Provide occasional supervision for 1-4 employees.

Skills

Beef cattle experience

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Equipment maintenance

Supervisory abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in animal science

Tools

CDL (noted)

Job description

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln in Clay Center, NE is seeking a Cattle Ranch Supervisor to oversee 800-1200 cattle, maintain pastures and facilities, and support research operations at USMARC. This is a full-time, on-site role with irregular hours and travel between pastures.

Responsibilities include health care duties, grazing plan development, and occasional supervision of 1–4 staff; CDL and driving record checks may apply. Apply by the posted date.