Farm Manager

Job Title

Manager, Farm

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Animal Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Responsibilities:
-Oversee and coordinates farm operations.
-Oversees and coordinates repairs of equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.

-Oversees and coordinates farm grounds maintenance.

-Coordinates and assigns daily work schedules for supervised farm employees.

-Focuses on effective planning and time management while implementing short- and long-term plans.

-Uses technology to improve productivity and optimize farm performance as a unit.

-Ensures that each unit maintains inventories on assets and production records, and complies monthly and yearly reports.

-Identifies and secures equipment and supplies needed.

-Oversees marketing of products sold, including scheduling and transportation.

-Oversees and coordinates pesticide storage and use according to manufacturer's recommendation and established University safety procedures.

-Maintains records related to the purchase, storage, and use of pesticides.

-Ensures workers use appropriate personal protective equipment.

-Collects and analyzes experimental data including pasture use and livestock inventory records, and management of computer database files.
-Perform other job-related duties as required

-Target Hire date January 1, 2026

Required Education and Experience:

-Bachelor's degree in applicable field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

-Three years of related experience in farm management operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Knowledge of laboratory maintenance, equipment, and safety.

-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

-Knowledge of farm operations and standard safety procedures.

-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

-Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

-Ability to perform moderate physical activity and exposure to extreme weather conditions.

-Ability to maintain an on-call schedule during evenings, weekends and holidays.

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.