Assistant to Alapaha & Tifton Sr. Farm Manager

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Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

The Assistant to Alapaha & Tifton Sr. Farm Manager will facilitate the Tifton Animal Science Farm, supervise undergraduate and graduate students while coordinating closely with the FRS Superintendent, ADS Senior Farm Manager, and faculty to plan, organize, and execute daily operations. This is a hands-on leadership role involving large-animal care and safety, farm operations, field preparation, planting, harvesting, and ongoing maintenance of facilities and equipment.

Farm research includes small-plot and large-scale field trials, as well as animal feeding and grazing studies. The position involves maintaining the herd and farm in an orderly, attractive manner to promote the University's image. Key responsibilities include training and scheduling students; implementing animal care and health protocols year-round; managing forage and livestock production; procuring feed, supplies, and equipment; and supporting research, extension, and instructional activities. This position is also responsible for coordinating with the Senior Farm Manager & FRS Superintendent to manage budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility to optimize resources and maintain infrastructure, and work with faculty and staff to fulfill the research, teaching, and extension missions in compliance with industry, governmental, and university standards.

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Other duties as assigned