New River Community College
Beef Operations Assistant Manager
New River Community College, Pullman, Washington, us, 99164
Beef Operations Assistant Manager
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 12, 2025. Available Title(s): 1163-NN_ADMINPRO - Assistant Manager, 1163-YN_ADMINPRO - Assistant Manager. Business Title: Beef Operations Assistant Manager. Employee Type: Admin. Professional. Position Details: The Opportunity: As the Assistant Manager, you will report to the Beef Operations Manager 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 coordinate 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 Care 20% - Research, Outreach, Instruction, and Special Projects 15% - Personnel Supervision 10% - Budget Responsibilities 10% - Facilities Maintenance 5% - Other Duties Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement. Monthly Salary:
4,508.70 - 6,763.06 Monthly; Commensurate with experience and qualifications. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, 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. Benefits:
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation. Required Qualifications: 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 SPPM 7.10 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. Preferred Qualifications: 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. Notice:
The information above is provided for general informational purposes. Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
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Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 12, 2025. Available Title(s): 1163-NN_ADMINPRO - Assistant Manager, 1163-YN_ADMINPRO - Assistant Manager. Business Title: Beef Operations Assistant Manager. Employee Type: Admin. Professional. Position Details: The Opportunity: As the Assistant Manager, you will report to the Beef Operations Manager 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 coordinate 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 Care 20% - Research, Outreach, Instruction, and Special Projects 15% - Personnel Supervision 10% - Budget Responsibilities 10% - Facilities Maintenance 5% - Other Duties Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement. Monthly Salary:
4,508.70 - 6,763.06 Monthly; Commensurate with experience and qualifications. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, 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. Benefits:
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation. Required Qualifications: 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 SPPM 7.10 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. Preferred Qualifications: 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. Notice:
The information above is provided for general informational purposes. Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
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