Assistant Farm Director

Southern Arkansas University • Magnolia, AR

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About The Position

The position involves operating, maintaining, and repairing farm tractors and all related equipment. The primary responsibilities include planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops, particularly hay. Additionally, the role requires maintaining and keeping farm buildings and equipment clean, as well as repairing farm equipment and buildings. The candidate will perform all tasks related to maintaining and improving the SAU cattle herd, from artificial insemination through final sale or inclusion in the herd. This includes feeding, improving pastures, providing necessary health care, and all other activities required for the herd's management. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic farming methods and techniques
• Knowledge of the proper use and care of farm tools and farming equipment
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time
• Ability to operate farm tools and equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
• Good communication skills
• Ability to teach farming methods to student labor hired for assistance
• Ability to work as a member of the farm staff team

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair farm tractors and related equipment
• Plant, cultivate, and harvest crops, primarily hay
• Maintain and keep farm buildings and equipment clean
• Repair farm equipment and buildings
• Perform all tasks relating to maintaining and improving the SAU cattle herd from AI through final sale or inclusion in the herd
• Feed and improve pastures for cattle
• Provide health care as needed for cattle
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services