Tifton Animal Science Farm Manager-FRS/ADS Tifton
2 weeks ago
Working Title: Tifton Animal Science Farm Manager-FRS/ADS Tifton
Department: CAES-Tifton Campus
About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department: In 2018, The UGA Tifton Campus began a yearlong Centennial celebration with various events to commemorate its 100th anniversary of providing updated research to the community.
Research is done on a wide range of commodities, including cotton, peanuts, vegetables and turf grass, all of which make agriculture the No. 1 industry in Georgia.
In 2004, a teaching program was initiated and it has been growing ever since. College-level instruction on campus is aimed at undergraduate and graduate-degree level study.
College/Unit/Department website:
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Schedule will be determined by supervisor
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education, experience and training
Posting Date: 02/17/2023
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 04/01/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200 miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.
Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
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Classification Title: Agriculture/Forestry Professional
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of livestock and forage problems, including identification of diseases, parasites and insect pests, weed species, nutrient deficiencies, and methods of prevention and treatment.
- Have and maintain a valid driver's license.
- When on-call, must be able to arrive at the Farm within 20 minutes to address emergency situations.
- Experience with forage establishment, production, and management.
Position Summary: This incumbent is responsible for providing leadership and management at the Tifton Animal Science Farm and supervising full-time and temporary farm staff. Responsibilities include working cooperatively with the FRS Superintendent, ADS Senior Farm Manager and faculty in planning, organizing, directing, implementing, and completing tasks associated with daily operations. Research activities on the farm includesmall plot to large-scale field trials and animal feeding and grazing trials. This employee will be accountable for promoting the image of the University by maintaining the herd and farm in a neat and attractive manner. Supervisory activities will include training, evaluation, and scheduling work; implementing protocols to ensure proper animal care and health; maintaining animal and forage production; procuring feed ingredients, supplies, and equipment; and supporting research, extension, and instruction activities.The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate technical competencies with seedbed preparation, planting, management, and harvest of forage crops. Furthermore, as an essential function of this position, the successful candidate will be required to hold and maintain Beef Quality Assurance certifications, a valid Georgia Pesticide Applicators license, and a Class A CDL license. If the successful candidate does not hold these certifications/licenses by their hire date, they will be required to acquire all Beef Quality Assurance certifications within 6 months, a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license within 3 months, and a Class A CDL license within 12 months from their start date of hire.
The College will provide the successful candidate with full-tuition support and flextime towards their obtainment of a Class A CDL license, which is offered through Southern Regional Technical College. Please go to for more information about the program, application process, and requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
- Previous leadership and/or management experience leading a multi-functional team.
- Knowledge of livestock and forage production management practices required for the feeding and maintenance of beef cattle.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work activities involved in beef production, forage production, and field research work.
- Ability to maintain the farm, research, and beef management records as specified by research faculty and the ADS Senior Farm Manager.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to utilize computer technology.
- Be able to work with cattle using low-stress cattle handling and follow Beef Quality Assurance best practices.
- Ability to prioritize, plan, and direct coworkers and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to be flexible and adjust priorities based on weather and research goals.
- Ability to acquire and maintain Beef Quality Assurance certifications within 6 months, a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license within 3 months, and a Class A CDL license within 12 months.
- Demonstrate technical competencies with seedbed preparation, planting, management, and harvest of forage crops.
Physical Demands:
- Lift, push and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Work in environmental extremes and outdoor conditions including heat, cold, wet.
- Work around livestock including dust, noise, smells, etc.
- Work varied schedules according to the needs of the farm.
- Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? : Yes
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes
Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including . click apply for full job details
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