University of Idaho
General Manager for CAFE Research Dairy
University of Idaho, Rupert, Idaho, United States, 83350
Location Off Campus Location - 1350 N 100 W, Rupert, ID 83350
Posting Context Statement
U of I is proud to address problems of global importance through the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment ( CAFE ). The 2,000-cow dairy brings together animal and agronomic agriculture in a research environment representative of Idaho’s dairy and allied industries to solve complex issues around environmental sustainability. This role will lead the finance and operating decisions for the dairy and ensure sound operating practices.
Position Overview
The General Manager for CAFE Research Dairy oversees total dairy operations including: cows, feed, employees and equipment. It is also the responsibility of the position to monitor the daily activities to ensure quality at all levels.
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Duties may include: Oversee and manage all daily operations of a growing dairy, including herd health, reproduction, milking, staffing and facility management Ensure high standards of animal welfare, operational efficiency, biosecurity and regulatory compliance Lead and support a team of dairy staff through effective hiring, scheduling, training and performance oversight Manage feed inventories and procurement and make strategic decisions to support production and animal nutrition Direct and manage the dairy’s financial and operational strategy, including managing budgets and feed procurement, performance tracking, benchmarking against industry standards and ensuring efficient growth, planning and compliance with administrative requirements Manage advisory boards and committees and internal and external communications for Idaho CAFE Review and improve operating efficiencies by tracking operating policies, metrics, processes, procedures, organizational controls and systems Three years of dairy operations supervisory experience Experience managing crop production and dairy byproduct application Required Education
None Required Other
Ability to respond to emergency calls outside business hours, including evenings and weekends Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles Ability to travel Additional Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in dairy science or agricultural background Five years managing a dairy of comparable or larger size (one thousand head or larger) Understanding of basic research principles and design Experience hedging commodities to manage risk Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds Ability to work in inclement weather Degree Requirement Posting Information FLSA Status FLSA Status Exempt Employee Category Employee Category Exempt Pay Range Pay Range $105,000 annually or higher depending on experience Type of Appointment Type of Appointment Fiscal Year FTE 1.0 Full Time/Part Time Full Time/Part Time Full Time Funding A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain Posting Date Posting Date 06/17/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applications received by September 10, 2025, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT : To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather Biersner at hbiersner@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you. Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. EEO Statement The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Required Documents Resume/CVLetter of Qualification Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Academic Careers Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Chronicle Disabled in Higher Ed Facebook HigherEd/Academic Impressions Higher Ed Jobs Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov) Indeed.com Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Newspaper Other Venue Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.) University of Idaho Website University of Idaho Daily Register University of Idaho Employee Veterans in Higher Ed Word of Mouth
* Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. (Open Ended Question)
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Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Duties may include: Oversee and manage all daily operations of a growing dairy, including herd health, reproduction, milking, staffing and facility management Ensure high standards of animal welfare, operational efficiency, biosecurity and regulatory compliance Lead and support a team of dairy staff through effective hiring, scheduling, training and performance oversight Manage feed inventories and procurement and make strategic decisions to support production and animal nutrition Direct and manage the dairy’s financial and operational strategy, including managing budgets and feed procurement, performance tracking, benchmarking against industry standards and ensuring efficient growth, planning and compliance with administrative requirements Manage advisory boards and committees and internal and external communications for Idaho CAFE Review and improve operating efficiencies by tracking operating policies, metrics, processes, procedures, organizational controls and systems Three years of dairy operations supervisory experience Experience managing crop production and dairy byproduct application Required Education
None Required Other
Ability to respond to emergency calls outside business hours, including evenings and weekends Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles Ability to travel Additional Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in dairy science or agricultural background Five years managing a dairy of comparable or larger size (one thousand head or larger) Understanding of basic research principles and design Experience hedging commodities to manage risk Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds Ability to work in inclement weather Degree Requirement Posting Information FLSA Status FLSA Status Exempt Employee Category Employee Category Exempt Pay Range Pay Range $105,000 annually or higher depending on experience Type of Appointment Type of Appointment Fiscal Year FTE 1.0 Full Time/Part Time Full Time/Part Time Full Time Funding A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain Posting Date Posting Date 06/17/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applications received by September 10, 2025, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT : To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather Biersner at hbiersner@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you. Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. EEO Statement The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Required Documents Resume/CVLetter of Qualification Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Academic Careers Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Chronicle Disabled in Higher Ed Facebook HigherEd/Academic Impressions Higher Ed Jobs Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov) Indeed.com Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Newspaper Other Venue Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.) University of Idaho Website University of Idaho Daily Register University of Idaho Employee Veterans in Higher Ed Word of Mouth
* Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. (Open Ended Question)
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