Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

Assists with the day-to-day operations of Lincoln University's George Washington Carver and James N. Freeman Farms. Works with the Farm Manager to manage and handle farm livestock within an intensive grazing management system, as well as, recording and maintaining animal records in a computerized database. coordinates with the Principal Investigators on the various tasks which needed to be completed on their respective research plots on the Carver and Freman Farms. Supervises student and casual workers at the Carver and Freeman Farms. Operates farm equipment as required to maintain the farm operations, including but not limited to tractors, skid steers, hay equipment, lawn mowers, and weed eaters. Assist with scheduling and coordination for events and field days at the farms. Maintains grounds and facilities at the Carver and Freeman Farms.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Assist with management and day-to-day operations of the Carver and Freeman Farms.
• Assist with the recording and maintaining of livestock records within a computerized software program.
• Assist with management and maintenance of livestock and grazing systems.
• Operate and maintain farm equipment.
• Coordinate with researchers to facilitate research activities.
• Coordinate and conduct tours of the Carver and freeman Farms facility for various outside groups.
• Supervise students and casual workers at the Carver and Freeman Farms.
• Maintain the grounds and facilities located at Carver and Freeman Farms.
• Assist with the purchase of supplies and materials for the farms as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of the day-to-day farm operations (animals, plants, soils, forestry, etc.).
• Knowledge of cattle and small ruminant production and animal welfare.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask.
• Must be able to operate farm equipment. (tractors, skid steer, hay equipment, etc.)
• Knowledge of organic agriculture production.
• Must be punctual and dependable with the ability to initiate and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Good computer skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture or closely related field required.
• Knowledge of organic agriculture production preferred.
• Experience working with livestock strongly preferred.
• Experience operating farm equipment required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements:

• Light sedentary office work.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work for prolonged periods in inclement weather conditions.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

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