Agriculture Center Manager

Texas A&M University System • Stephenville, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Agriculture Center Manager in the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further. At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related experience in agricultural production and supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge of enterprises and operations included at the Agriculture Center or similar facilities.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• In consultation with faculty enterprise leaders, supervise operation and maintenance of all facilities and land resources associated with the Tarleton Agriculture Center.
• Responsible for all purchases and expenditures associated with the Agriculture Center facilities.
• Coordinates needed repairs, maintenance, and alterations of all Agriculture Center, associated facilities, and equipment.
• Coordinate and assist in preparation of Agriculture Center livestock and facilities for judging contests, workshops, special courses, and other events.
• Attends and participates in training, seminars and workshops on personnel management, affirmative action, performance evaluation, and other job-related matters as appropriate.
• In consultation with the Dean of the College, recommends merit increases and promotions, disciplinary actions, and other personnel actions of Agriculture Center workers.
• In consultation with the Dean of the College, manages the mandated assessment duties for the Agriculture Center and enters results into software package.
• Maintains an up-to-date accounting system by enterprise, including monthly and annual inventories and accounting records of all Agriculture Center enterprises and equipment.
• Stores animal use protocols and records required for all Agricultural Center animals for University and System compliance.
• Maintain work schedules, annual and holiday leaves, and other matters to ensure continuity of operations.
• Cooperates with faculty to provide and coordinate Agriculture Center resources for teaching and research activities, including scheduled laboratory sections and field exercises.
• Participates in staff meetings and other departmental affairs.
• Hires, assigns and supervises student workers.
• Collects and processes all time sheets for full-time and student workers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees.
• Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager