Agriculture Center Manager

Job Title

Agriculture Center Manager

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Agriculture Center Manager in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

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Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee. 

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. 

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Manages daily operations of the University Agriculture Center including supervision of staff, facilities schedules, maintenance of inventories and accounting systems, and oversight of livestock sales and income. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Position is located on Tarleton State’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas with normal work hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or as work requirements indicate; may require evening, weekend, or holiday work hours.

Responsibilities

50% In consultation with faculty enterprise leaders, supervise operation and maintenance of all facilities and land resources associated with the Tarleton Agriculture Center.

• Responsible for all purchases and expenditures associated with the Agriculture Center facilities.

• Coordinates needed repairs, maintenance, and alterations of all Agriculture Center, associated facilities, and equipment.

• Coordinate and assist in preparation of Agriculture Center livestock and facilities for judging contests, workshops, special courses, and other events.

• Attends and participates in training, seminars and workshops on personnel management, affirmative action, performance evaluation, and other job-related matters as appropriate.

• In consultation with the Dean of the College, recommends merit increases and promotions, disciplinary actions, and other personnel actions of Agriculture Center workers.

• In consultation with the Dean of the College, manages the mandated assessment duties for the Agriculture Center and enters results into software package.

15% Maintains an up-to-date accounting system by enterprise, including monthly and annual inventories and accounting records of all Agriculture Center enterprises and equipment. Stores animal use protocols and records required for all Agricultural Center animals for University and System compliance.

10% Maintain work schedules, annual and holiday leaves, and other matters to ensure continuity of operations.

10% Cooperates with faculty to provide and coordinate Agriculture Center resources for teaching and research activities, including scheduled laboratory sections and field exercises.

5% Participates in staff meetings and other departmental affairs.

5% Hires, assigns and supervises student workers. Collects and processes all time sheets for full-time and student workers. 

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of related experience in agricultural production and supervision.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of enterprises and operations included at the Agriculture Center or similar facilities.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Requirements

• M.S. degree preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range:

The target base annual salary range is $49,000 up to $68,330.50 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees. Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.