Assistant Manager – Beef and Swine Operations

Job Title

Assistant Manager – Beef and Swine Operations

Department

Farm Laboratory

Salary

$43,888 – $51,870; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

Under the direction of the Assistant Director – Beef and Swine Operations and the Director of MTSU Farm Laboratories, the Assistant Manager – Beef and Swine Operations is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the beef and swine units. This includes feeding, animal care, and assisting with student worker supervision. The Assistant Manager works a schedule planned and administered by the Assistant Director, in collaboration with and under the discretion of the Director. Additionally, the Assistant Manager assists with the coordination of student workers, forage and crop production, and supports the operations of the beef and swine units. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Daily Beef and Swine Operations

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the beef and swine units, including feeding routines, maintaining herd health, and ensuring livestock are cared for properly. Works under the guidance of the Assistant Director – Beef and Swine Operations and the Director of MTSU Farm Laboratories.

Feeding and Nutrition Management

Assists the Assistant Director – Beef and Swine Operations in ensuring livestock receive proper nutrition, including feed inventory management, ration implementation, and maintaining high-quality forage supplies. Participates in all aspects of crop and forage operations for the dairy, beef, and swine units, including fertilizing, planting, spraying, harvesting, and storing crops and forages to meet the nutritional needs of the livestock.

Student Worker Supervision and Educational Support

Facilitates the supervision and training of student workers, ensuring they understand their responsibilities and follow proper procedures for feeding, handling, and maintaining the beef and swine units. Assists with developing and managing student work schedules to ensure adequate coverage for daily operations. Collaborates with faculty to support classes and other educational programs, fostering student engagement and experiential learning opportunities.

Crop and Forage Operations

Takes a lead role in supporting crop and forage production for the farm laboratory. This includes soil preparation, planting, fertilizing, pest management, harvesting, and storage of forage and grain crops. Coordinates with the Assistant Director – Beef and Swine Operations to ensure production aligns with the feed needs of the dairy, beef, and swine units.

Facility and Equipment Maintenance

Ensures that all facilities and equipment used in farm operations are properly maintained and functioning efficiently. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing equipment as needed, and coordinating with external vendors for specialized repairs. Maintains clean and organized workspaces, including barns, equipment storage areas, and other farm facilities, to support safe and efficient operations. Assists in lagoon management and the maintenance and operation of irrigation equipment to ensure effective water and waste management systems.

Support for Farm Laboratory Operations

Provides support to farm units as needed, ensuring smooth daily operations and alignment with overall farm laboratory objectives. This includes performing other duties as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural discipline or a related discipline

Required Related Experience

No experience required

Desirable Related Experience

Two (2) years in a farm cropping system, working knowledge of dairy, beef, and hog farm management, knowledge of budget, procurement bidding systems. Experience in human asset management, basic farm equipment, tour group/public speaking, and/or supervision of student workers preferred.

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

The following are desired: Certified Crop Advisor, Artificial Insemination Certification, Sampler/weighmaster Certification

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: 

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: January 30, 2025

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