Oregon State University
Director of Livestock Operations
Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97333
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
For additional information please contact: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our
Background Checks
website including the
for candidates
section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at
employee.relations@oregonstate.edu
. Position Information Department Department Animal & Rnglnd Sciences (ASC) Position Title Job Title Job Title Director of Livestock Operations Appointment Type Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Benefits Eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The Department of Animal & Rangeland Science is seeking a Director of Livestock Operations. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The research and teaching farms of Animal and Rangeland Sciences exist to serve the needs of teaching, research, and extension related activities of OSU faculty, staff, and students. Its mission is to be a resource base for the State of Oregon that is a model for environmentally and economically sustainable animal agriculture production and natural resource utilization.
This position provides professional management to multiple animal operations which involve research/teaching farms, facilities, and equipment. Units include Dairy Center, Sheep Center, Poultry Center, Horse Center, Beef Ranches, Meat Lab, and Farm Services. Management includes supervisory authority and coordination of classified farm unit managers, oversight for day-to-day operation of the units, budget management, priorities for maintenance and repair, equipment needs, and coordination of feed procurement. Occasionally, this person will have to assist or cover for farm unit managers in emergency situations, which requires the ability to operate large farm equipment and utilize low-stress animal handling. The person in this position will interact with department administration, faculty researchers and instructors, extension personnel, classified support personnel, students, and local interest and stakeholder groups. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
•
Top 1.4% university in the world •
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined •
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. •
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties •
7
cultural resource centers
that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone •
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates •
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color •
217k+ alumni worldwide •
For more interesting facts about OSU visit:
https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a
comprehensive benefits package
with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: •
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. •
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. •
Retirement savings paid by the university. •
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. •
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. •
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. •
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use the
Benefits Calculator
to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU . Key Responsibilities 35% Supervision 35% Farm, Land, and Livestock Management 20% Research and Teaching Management 10% Budget What You Will Need Bachelor’s degree in the area of animal science or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years experience in animal and facility management.
At least 3 years of agricultural and/or agricultural-based research experience.
Previous experience supervising and managing people.
Proficient in the use of networked computers including applications for word processing, Microsoft Excel or comparable software, electronic mail, and scheduling.
Ability to make independent decisions and recommendations which align with policies, and act as a resource person.
Prior experience working with livestock rations, experience on a modern livestock operation (animal and facility care and maintenance), and knowledge of large animal breeding and herd health practices.
Must be able to operate farm equipment including, but not limited to, tractors, front-end loaders, feed wagons.
Effective written and verbal communication skills. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. What We Would Like You to Have Experience with harvesting and grazing forages, livestock and/or poultry operations, and waste management.
M.S. degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Range Science, or related field. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Employee works with many types of farm equipment, including a front-end loader and mixer wagon, has contact with toxic chemicals, handles small and large farm animals;(including sheep, poultry, swine, horses and cattle).
Frequency of these exposures is daily for some and weekly/monthly for others.
Works in all types of weather extremes.
Works alone for long periods of time.
Employee is on their feet much of the time. Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
For additional information please contact: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our
Background Checks
website including the
for candidates
section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at
employee.relations@oregonstate.edu
. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents
VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu . To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .
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When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
For additional information please contact: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our
Background Checks
website including the
for candidates
section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at
employee.relations@oregonstate.edu
. Position Information Department Department Animal & Rnglnd Sciences (ASC) Position Title Job Title Job Title Director of Livestock Operations Appointment Type Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Benefits Eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary The Department of Animal & Rangeland Science is seeking a Director of Livestock Operations. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The research and teaching farms of Animal and Rangeland Sciences exist to serve the needs of teaching, research, and extension related activities of OSU faculty, staff, and students. Its mission is to be a resource base for the State of Oregon that is a model for environmentally and economically sustainable animal agriculture production and natural resource utilization.
This position provides professional management to multiple animal operations which involve research/teaching farms, facilities, and equipment. Units include Dairy Center, Sheep Center, Poultry Center, Horse Center, Beef Ranches, Meat Lab, and Farm Services. Management includes supervisory authority and coordination of classified farm unit managers, oversight for day-to-day operation of the units, budget management, priorities for maintenance and repair, equipment needs, and coordination of feed procurement. Occasionally, this person will have to assist or cover for farm unit managers in emergency situations, which requires the ability to operate large farm equipment and utilize low-stress animal handling. The person in this position will interact with department administration, faculty researchers and instructors, extension personnel, classified support personnel, students, and local interest and stakeholder groups. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS :
•
Top 1.4% university in the world •
More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined •
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. •
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties •
7
cultural resource centers
that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone •
100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates •
35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color •
217k+ alumni worldwide •
For more interesting facts about OSU visit:
https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a
comprehensive benefits package
with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: •
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. •
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. •
Retirement savings paid by the university. •
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. •
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. •
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. •
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Future and current OSU employees can use the
Benefits Calculator
to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU . Key Responsibilities 35% Supervision 35% Farm, Land, and Livestock Management 20% Research and Teaching Management 10% Budget What You Will Need Bachelor’s degree in the area of animal science or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years experience in animal and facility management.
At least 3 years of agricultural and/or agricultural-based research experience.
Previous experience supervising and managing people.
Proficient in the use of networked computers including applications for word processing, Microsoft Excel or comparable software, electronic mail, and scheduling.
Ability to make independent decisions and recommendations which align with policies, and act as a resource person.
Prior experience working with livestock rations, experience on a modern livestock operation (animal and facility care and maintenance), and knowledge of large animal breeding and herd health practices.
Must be able to operate farm equipment including, but not limited to, tractors, front-end loaders, feed wagons.
Effective written and verbal communication skills. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. What We Would Like You to Have Experience with harvesting and grazing forages, livestock and/or poultry operations, and waste management.
M.S. degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Range Science, or related field. Working Conditions / Work Schedule Employee works with many types of farm equipment, including a front-end loader and mixer wagon, has contact with toxic chemicals, handles small and large farm animals;(including sheep, poultry, swine, horses and cattle).
Frequency of these exposures is daily for some and weekly/monthly for others.
Works in all types of weather extremes.
Works alone for long periods of time.
Employee is on their feet much of the time. Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
For additional information please contact: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our
Background Checks
website including the
for candidates
section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at
employee.relations@oregonstate.edu
. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents
VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)
Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu . To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .
Any data not saved will be lost.
Click 'OK' to keep your session active.
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