Location: Athens,GA, USA
Position Information
Classification Title Agriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
The principal duties of the position include, but are not limited to, 1) providing day-to-day support of research, under the direction of the ADS Sr. Farm Manager, of the operation of a beef research farm of approximately 900 acres, 2) direct involvement in all aspects of daily care of beef cattle, including feeding, breeding, calving, forage management, herd health, feedlot management, etc., 3) working with faculty and other farm staff to ensure that the research, teaching, and extension missions are accomplished, 4) performing all tasks related to fencing, making facility improvements and repairs, and other tasks as requested.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
* Knowledge of livestock management practices and agronomic practices for growing and harvesting crops needed for the feeding of beef cattle.
* Knowledge of machinery operation and maintenance.
* Ability to organize and prioritize work activities involved in a beef farm operation and those involved in field research work.
* Ability to implement and conduct research field trials under the direction of faculty, graduate students, post-docs, and the Sr. Farm Manager.
* Ability to maintain the necessary research and beef management records as specified by faculty, graduate students, post-docs, and the Sr. Farm Manager.
Physical Demands
* Lift, push and carry up to 75 pounds.
* Work in environmental extremes and outdoor conditions including, heat, cold and wet.
* Strong hand and arm dexterity.
* Work around livestock, including dust, noise, smells, etc.
* Work varied schedules according to the needs of the farm. Some evenings, weekends and holidays will be included in work schedule to ensure the maintenance of the herd.
* Driving as needed to perform job related 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? No Does this position require a P-Card? No 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
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Research Program
* Assist faculty, research technicians, and students in the collection of research samples and data. This may include feeding, weighing, and assisting with all aspects of herd health protocols and procedures.
Percentage of time 55 Duties/Responsibilities
Breeding Program
* Assist in all aspects of the breeding program
* Working with faculty, veterinarians, or graduate students performing artificial insemination and embryo transfer.
* Assist in breeding soundness exams and management of bulls.
Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Calving
* Provide appropriate assistance to birthing cows when necessary
* Provide treatment and care for calves.
Percentage of time 20
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
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Recruitment Contact Name Andy Carter Recruitment Contact Email ...@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
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