• Job Description

  Req#: 250460

  The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!

  JOB TITLE:

  Assistant Farm Manager

  JOB PURPOSE:

  Assist in livestock management and farming practices associated with a University Agricultural Research Center; manage, supervise and perform production and research livestock and farming duties.

  This position involves on-call status.

  This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook . Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsibility for livestock research feedlot. Duties include daily feeding, health checks, feedlot maintenance, as well as cattle management of university and producer-owned animals.
  • Manage production cow-calf herd including calving, branding, grazing management, processing and vaccination, and overall herd health.
  • Daily use of feed management software and data entry.
  • Oversee testing facility that utilizes VyTelle feed intake nodes, monitoring and maintaining feeding data. Computer fluency a must.
  • Detailed, computer-based record keeping including all animal health records, daily feeding records, cattle inventory, and feed and hay inventory records.
  • General care and treatment of animals including branding, castrating, veterinary care, and dehorning cattle..
  • Manage, supervise and participate in the ground preparation, irrigation, fertilization, application of chemicals, harvesting of hay and other production crops.
  • Work as liaison with feed mills, substations and supply companies.
  • Operate, maintain and repair equipment used in agriculture and farming.
  • Assist faculty in conducting research and data collection.
  • Estimate the needs for the general livestock and farming operations at SAREC.

  SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist in building maintenance, repair and remodeling as necessary.
  • Assist in training and supervision of existing farm crew and part-time staff.
  • Act as Farm Manager in Farm Manager's absence.
  • Travel to other centers to transport and test livestock and collect data.
  • Work at other livestock units as needed.
  • Assist and participate in center field days, expositions, and other special events as needed.

  This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook . Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closure based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.

  This position involves on-call status.

  COMPETENCIES:

  • Adaptability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Collaboration
  • Consistency
  • Quality Orientation
  • Safety Awareness

  REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

  This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

  The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H1-B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  Education: Bachelor’s degree in Ag-Related field, or an equivalent combination of experience.

  Experience: 2 years work-related experience

  Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:

  • Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy .
  • CDL or willingness to attain
  • Valid Wyoming Commercial Pesticide Applicator's license or willingness to attain
  • BQA certification

  DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a team player

  REQUIRED MATERIALS:

  Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

  This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 03/24/2025 will receive full consideration.

  HIRING STATEMENT:

  UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

  ABOUT LINGLE:

  The small town of Lingle was built from the Railroad and Agriculture industries. With less than 500 people, Lingle has a strong sense of community. Located in Goshen County, Lingle is only 10 miles from Torrington. For more information on Lingle, visit https://townoflingle.com/

  Torrington is a much larger town with over 6500 people. It is also the county seat of Goshen County. Heavily rooted in Agriculture, rich history surrounds this town on all sides. The Oregon, Morman, and Texas Cattle trails all converged on the North Platte River in Torrington. Several museums in the area give a glimpse of life in the late 1800's. For more information on Torrington, visit https://torringtonwy.gov/

• About the company

  The University of Wyoming is a public land-grant research university in Laramie, Wyoming.

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