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Assistant Director
Ag Sciences and Natural Resources Position Description Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. Major/Essential Functions
- Expected to work closely with the Senior Director of David College OREO Stations, and leadership and scientists at Pantex
- Oversee farm crop operations, including contracting with operators to ensure that land preparation, planting, cultivating, irrigating, weed and insect control, harvesting and marketing is performed
- Oversee cattle/livestock operations, including contracting with leasees and operators for grazing operations, where the operator would be responsible for purchasing, breeding, calving, health management, bull/heifer development and marketing in coordination with TTU and Director
- Oversee and monitor cooperator leased land for crop and livestock production, including policies and procedures outlined in contracts and maintaining communication with Pantex and TTU for operations compliance
- Perform and engage in range/ranch/integrated livestock/wildlife research and management, including native grassland/prairie restoration
- Facilitate and coordinate site-visits; access; and on-site data collection for TTU Faculty; staff; students; and research partners
- Work alongside the Director, Senior Director of Finance and Administration, and Business Manager on research and operations budget; income; expenditures; and other relevant financial plans
- This may include planning, forecasting and monitoring expenditures and revenue as reflected in annual budgets, making adjustments as necessary.
- Be the on-site coordinator and facilitator for strategic planning and management of research and operations issues among Department of Energy, the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources; and PanTeXas Deterrence.
- Coordinate and facilitate operations among Davis College assets; staff; and faculty to execute research and management operations.
- Coordinate and observe all work safety and security policies on site, and maintain trainings, including relevant TTU Security and Pantex/PanTeXas Deterrence security operations and procedures.
- Focus upon operations, but also expanding and implementing research on Pantex in coordination with PanTeXas Deterrence, LLC and the NNSA to meet management and research objectives.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
This position requires eligibility for clearance to enter a highly secured Federal Department of Energy facility; including having U.S. citizenship and undergoing a background check and fingerprint clearance process by a separate agency. Preferred Qualifications
- Earned MS degree in Range; Wildlife; Ranch; Animal Science; Agronomy; Crop Sciences with experience in farm and ranch operations; financial planning and budgeting; research coordination and performance.
- Experience operating large farm equipment.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills; and ability to work independently in an off-site location.
- Have experience with strategic planning in an integrated and coordinated manner with multiple use partners, including high security asset protection and traditional research operations
Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV Job Sub Family Farm Operations Annualized Pay Range $48,000 - $63,700 - $78,400 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. |
Texas Tech University
Feb 06, 2026