Center Director, Agricultural Research & Extension

Virginia Tech; Raphine (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech, located at SVAREC in the Shenandoah Valley, seeks a Superintendent to lead research and extension programs and to manage operations at the McCormick Farm site. You will oversee budgets, staff, facilities, and external partnerships, guiding applied agricultural work for beef, sheep, forage, and forests.

The role requires a Master's in animal science or related field, plus strong leadership and communication abilities, with experience in farm management and a commitment to outreach

Qualifications

• Master's degree in animal science, agronomy, or related discipline.
• Agricultural research experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal and administrative skills.
• Farm business management experience; experience with ruminant production and forage management.
• Physically able to perform manual labor.
• Administrative experience with personnel and fiscal management.
• Commitment to applied research and extension programming.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office for management and communications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to work with the McCormick museum.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets.
• Facilities management and coordination.
• Daily management, evaluation, and supervision of staff.
• Liaise with college and VAES administration and faculty.
• Promote the program with local leaders and government agencies.
• Develop strategic plans with faculty and coordinate research/extension at SVAREC.
• Oversee historic McCormick Farm site and public tours.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Administrative skills

Farm management experience

Ruminant production experience

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Master's degree in animal science, agronomy, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Virginia Tech, located at SVAREC in the Shenandoah Valley, seeks a Superintendent to lead research and extension programs and to manage operations at the McCormick Farm site. You will oversee budgets, staff, facilities, and external partnerships, guiding applied agricultural work for beef, sheep, forage, and forests.

The role requires a Master's in animal science or related field, plus strong leadership and communication abilities, with experience in farm management and a commitment to outreach