Assistant Farm Manager - Eastern Kentucky University : Job Details

Title: Assistant Farm Manager

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: Internal - minimum 5 days

Department: 68R000 - University Business Services

Division: 4R0000 - Financial Affairs

Position Location: Other EKU Location

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)

Additional Schedule Details: Requires a flexible work schedule which includes rotating weekends and holidays as required.

Posted Salary Grade: Exempt - G18

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Matt Collins

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The incumbent will assist the Farm Manager in managing activates at EKU's Meadowbrook Farm. Under the leadership of the Farm Manager, perform day-to-day tasks of a modern farm operation including but not limited to breeding, artificial insemination, healthcare, sanitation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, sterilization and record keeping. In addition, Assistant Manager will work closely with the Farm Manager in conducting laboratory projects, field days/tours and applied research project. The incumbent must maintains a flexible work schedule which includes rotating weekends and holidays as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in agriculture or related field.

Experience: Three years of related work experience with animals and crops.

Licensure & Certifications: Must possess a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

* 50% - Assists in Leading and Facilitating Farm Activities directly related to livestock and cropping operations, equipment, maintenance, and record keeping. - ()

* 20% - Assist the Farm Manager with routine daily tasks. - ()

* 20% - Assists with laboratory projects, lead field days/tours, and assist with research/lab projects and proposals as needed. - ()

* 10% - Supports the office functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned. - ()

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.