Beef Operations Assistant Manager

**The Opportunity:**As the **Assistant Manager**, you will report to the Beef Operations Manage and be prepared to step into the Manager role when needed. In this position, you will take full ownership of specific program operations including: animal nutrition, leading and developing educational programs and developing and implementing safety programs.You will be responsible for planning, timing and directing personnel resources, and facilities for major beef herd and feedlot events such as calving, breeding, nutrition and feeding, health care, forage utilization, and pasture grazing schedules, livestock sales. These efforts support the Washington State University (WSU) Meats Laboratory, WSU Premium Beef and WSU Premium Wagyu Beef.In collaboration with the Manager, you will coordinates resources, time and facility issues, communication and logistics to support the simultaneous use of the Beef Center and Cattle Feeding lab for research, extension, and classes. You may also be assigned to teach classes by the departmental chair.You will play a key role in implementing the Beef Center and Cattle Feeding Lab’s animal care and nutrient management plans, and serve as an important representative of the Department of Animal Sciences and WSU to the beef industry.Your typical schedule will be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. but you must be flexible and willing to work weekends when animal care, teaching, research, or extension activities require it.**Percentage Breakdown of Job Functions:**40% – Animal Care20% – Research, Outreach, Instruction, and Special Projects15% – Personnel Supervision10% – Budget Responsibilities10% – Facilities Maintenance5% – Other Duties**Monthly Salary:** $4,508.70 - $6,763.06 Monthly | *Commensurate with experience and qualifications*In accordance with

the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information, please review .

**Benefits**: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the

and .* Positions require a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and two (2) years of progressively responsible relevant experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.* Practical knowledge and experience with the beef industry; experience in beef cattle management, knowledge of pasture management; knowledge and experience with budgeting and economic forecasting.* Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with

and departmental driving standards.* A minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience and a minimum of 1 year teaching experience.* Must have or obtain Herbicide Applicators license within 1 year of employment.* Master’s degree in Animal Sciences or related field.* Experience in teaching or outreach.* Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IAUCUC) experience.* Artificial Insemination experience.The Department of Animal Sciences at WSU offers the only four-year Animal Sciences degree in Washington state. Research in Animal Sciences is focused on mission-oriented and fundamental research in the areas of sustainable resources for society and sustaining and improving animal and human health. These research foci include animal behavior and well-being, environmental sustainability, genomics and genetics, muscle biology, nutrition, reproductive biology and physiology. Research is conducted in new state-of-the-art research facilities that facilitate undergraduate and graduate student research projects. Undergraduate and graduate students are the heart of our department, and we are committed to preparing them for success in diverse career paths including veterinary school, agricultural industries, and academic positions. Student organizations fostering hands-on animal management include: Cooperative University Dairy Students; Cougar Cattle Feeders; and Student Swine Cooperative. Other student clubs include: Animal Sciences Graduate Student Association; Collegiate Horseman’s Association; Companion Animal Club; Dairy Club; and the Pre-Vet Club. Students and faculty work collaboratively with the Washington Center for Muscle Biology, Center for Reproductive Biology, Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources, Center for the Study of Animal Well-Being, and the Center for Environmental Research, Education, and Outreach. For more information on the Department of Animal Sciences, visit: .WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's . See

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