Job Details

Posting Number: S14788P

Working Title: Animal Science Farm Operations Professional

Department: CAES-Tifton Campus

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 03/02/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 04/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants: As an essential function of this position, the successful candidate will be required to hold and maintain Beef Quality Assurance certifications, a valid Georgia Pesticide Applicators license, and a Class A CDL license. If the successful candidate does not hold these certifications/licenses by their hire date, they will be required to acquire all Beef Quality Assurance certifications within 6 months, a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license within 3 months, and a Class A CDL license within 12 months from their start date of hire. The college will provide the successful candidate with full-tuition support and flextime towards their obtainment of a Class A CDL license, which is offered through Southern Regional Technical College. Please go to https://southernregional.edu/college-catalog/current/programs/commercial-truck-driving for more information about the program, application process, and requirements.

Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area

Classification Title: Farm Operations Pro I

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Position Summary: This position is responsible for providing leadership and management at the Tifton Animal Science Farm and supervising full-time and temporary farm staff. Responsibilities include working cooperatively with the FRS Superintendent, ADS Senior Farm Manager and faculty in planning, organizing, directing, implementing, and completing tasks associated with daily operations. Research activities on the farm includesmall plot to large-scale field trials and animal feeding and grazing trials. This employee will be accountable for promoting the image of the University by maintaining the herd and farm in a neat and attractive manner. Supervisory activities will include training, evaluation, and scheduling work; implementing protocols to ensure proper animal care and health; maintaining animal and forage production; procuring feed ingredients, supplies, and equipment; and supporting research, extension, and instruction activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Previous leadership and/or management experience leading a multi-functional team.
• Knowledge of livestock and forage production management practices required for the feeding and maintenance of beef cattle.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work activities involved in beef production, forage production, and field research work.
• Ability to maintain the farm, research, and beef management records as specified by research faculty and the ADS Senior Farm Manager.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to utilize computer technology.
• Ability to work with cattle using low-stress cattle handling and follow Beef Quality Assurance best practices.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and direct coworkers and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust priorities based on weather and research goals.
• Ability to acquire and maintain Beef Quality Assurance certifications, Georgia Pesticide Applicators license, and a Class A CDL license.
• Demonstrate technical competencies with seedbed preparation, planting, management, and harvest of forage crops.

Physical Demands:

• Lift, push and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Work in environmental extremes and outdoor conditions including heat, cold, wet.
• Work around livestock including dust, noise, smells, etc.
• Work varied schedules according to the needs of the farm.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? : Yes

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Duties/Responsibilities

Provides oversight and direction to Farm staff, operations, and research programs: (60%)

• This is a “working manager” role. Hands-on large animal care, farm operations, including field preparation, planting, and harvesting; and ongoing facilities and equipment maintenance. Additionally, the manager will be expected to ensure that animals are fed on the weekends and on holidays
• Works cooperatively with the senior management and directs Farm Paraprofessionals to coordinate activities, including forage and livestock production, waste management, irrigation, equipment repairs, animal biosecurity, and research
• Communicates with faculty members and adheres to research protocols
• Considers the impact on research and study integrity before making changes to facilities and equipment
• Using the P-Card, purchases supplies and inventory as necessary for farm operations in coordination with the ADS Senior Farm Manager and FRS Superintendent
• Engages in positive coaching when directing students and inexperienced support personnel
• Maintains electronic records, including but not limited to field operations, waste, herd management and P-card Works signoff and transaction logs

Routine Animal Care: (30%)

• Provides oversight of routine animal care, such as assessing animal health, administering routine vaccinations, effective treatment of sick/injured animals, and branding/tagging animals
• Ensures staff and students are knowledgeable and comply with established standards and protocols
• Provides documentation and immediate corrective action when animal health is in jeopardy
• Works with FRS Superintendent, ADS Senior Farm Manager, and research teams to develop and improve standard operating procedures

General: (10%)

• Works with faculty to facilitate farm visits for industry, ranchers, classes, and field days
• Complies with all UGA/USG policies, procedures, and training requirements
• Assist at the Alapaha Range Grazing Station and Irwinville Bull Test Facility as needed
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned