Cattle Unit Manager I - 2473

Agri Northwest, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Company Housing

Company Cell Phone

Tack & Tool Allowance

Personal Horse Incentives

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Deseret Cattle & Citrus is seeking an experienced Cattle Unit Manager to join our ranch leadership team in St. Cloud, Florida. You will oversee daily cattle operations, ensure animal welfare, pasture management, and lead a dedicated team to meet program goals.

You will coordinate grazing plans, monitor performance, maintain infrastructure, and manage records and budget. The role requires 3+ years in cattle operations with supervisory experience, a relevant degree, and a valid driver’s license;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, ranch management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years hands-on cattle operations experience, including at least 1 year in supervision.
• Strong knowledge of livestock handling, pasture/range management, and ranch equipment.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of ranch equipment.
• Lead effectively with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ranch management software and record-keeping.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in remote outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cattle care, feeding, health monitoring, and handling practices of personal herd.
• Help plan and carry out grazing, using pasture conditions to meet goals.
• Monitor livestock performance and support strategies to improve weight gain.
• Keep accurate records of herd performance, treatments, pasture use, and inventory.
• Maintain water systems, fencing, and forage; coordinate repairs as needed.
• Track expenses and manage the budget to stay on target.
• Serve as main contact for leaseholders and internal teams.
• Promote use of new tools and best practices to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Follow environmental, safety, and company rules.
• Respond to emergencies like weather, animal health issues, or equipment problems.
• Supervise and train staff, promoting teamwork, safety, and proper animal care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Livestock handling

Pasture management

Team leadership

Communication

Record keeping

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in animal science or ranch management

Tools

Ranch management software

Job description

St Cloud, FL | Cattle/Dairy | Full - Benefited

$58,111.00 - $87,167.00 USD

Posted 4 days ago

Description

Deseret Cattle & Citrus is hiring an experiencedCattle Unit Manager to join our ranch leadership team!

The Cattle Unit Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a cattle unit. This role ensures high standards in animal welfare, pasture management, and team leadership, while aligning with the strategic goals set by the General Manager. This is a key role in implementing the best practices, maintaining infrastructure and fostering a safe and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cattle care, feeding, health monitoring, and handling practices of personal herd.
• Help plan and carry out grazing, using pasture conditions and moving livestock to meet goals.
• Monitor livestock performance and support strategies to improve weight gain.
• Keep accurate records of herd performance, treatments, pasture use, and inventory.
• Help maintain water systems, fencing, and forage, and coordinate repairs as needed.
• rack expenses and manage the budget to stay on target.
• Act as a main contact for leaseholders and internal teams.
• Support use of new tools and best practices to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Follow environmental, safety, and company rules.
• Respond to emergencies like weather, animal health issues, or equipment problems.
• Supervise and train staff, promoting teamwork, safety, and proper animal care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, ranch management, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in cattle operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of livestock handling, pasture and range management, and ranch equipment.
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of ranch equipment and machinery.
• Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ranch management software, data entry, and maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in remote outdoor environments.
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Working conditions

• The physical demands below describe what is generally required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, and/or move materials, supplies, or equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Push, pull, and drag up to 200 pounds.
• Perform work that involves standing, squatting, sitting, walking, leaning, bending, and riding for 8-12 hours per day, including time in both field and office environments.
• Frequently engage in physical activities such as reaching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, pushing, and pulling, particularly during animal handling and equipment operation or maintenance.
• Demonstrate manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required to safely handle livestock, tools, ropes, restraints, and equipment.
• Frequently grasp, hold, and manipulate tools and animal handling equipment.
• Effectively communicate in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings, in person, by phone, and using electronic devices as required.
• Be able to see and hear well enough to monitor livestock condition, identify signs of illness or distress, and respond to safety warnings and environmental hazards.
• Assist with and/or perform routine animal husbandry procedures, following established protocols and training, which may include vaccinations, ear tagging, branding, dehorning, castration, blood sampling, and euthanasia.

• The work environment below describes conditions the employee may encounter while performing this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made when appropriate.
• Work is performed in outdoor environments with regular exposure to varying weather conditions, seasonal changes, and fluctuating temperatures, as well as work during different times of day and night.
• Routine use of standard office equipment and electronic systems, including computers, phones, and other devices for communication, planning, recordkeeping, and reporting.
• Regular exposure to dust, animal dander, manure, and other agricultural environmental elements.
• Noise levels may range from moderate to loud, depending on livestock activity, equipment operation, and job tasks being performed.
• Frequent interaction with large animals and potentially hazardous machinery and equipment, requiring constant attention to safety practices and procedures.
• Work schedules may vary based on operational needs and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: https://www.agreserves.com/benefits/ . AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.

Additional Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• Company Housing
• Company Cell Phone
• Tack & Tool Allowance
• Personal Horse Incentives
• Relocation Assistance