Manager

Manager

Lubbock
44645BR
Natural Resources Management

Position Description

Manages a sub unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures. Represents the sub unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Major/Essential Functions

• Coordinates logistics of multiple interacting components of a large research project including staffing and equipment availability needs.
• Daily supervision of 6-15 employees including: Student Assistants, Research Aides, Techs, Technical Assistants, and Research Assistants.
• Actively participates in administrative actions: Formally evaluates personnel performance, initiates disciplinary actions, reviews and submits time reports.
• Interviews and makes hiring decisions of perspective employees (other than Research Assistants.)
• Conducts facility and research site inspections to ensure compliance of protocols and promotes quality research and safety.
• Trains employees in proper and safe use of equipment and vehicles. Monitors field conditions to determine when field activities need to cease because of adverse fire weather or other adverse conditions.
• Assists with writing popular media publications for dissemination through traditional and social media, as well as landowner mailing lists.
• Creates technical reports including research reports and management guides.
• Curates the lab's long-term datasets including monitoring, trapping, vegetation, and geospatial data.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with two years supervisory experience; OR a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal six years.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master of Science (M.S.) in Natural Resources Management or a related field.
• Experience dealing with animal care and use issues.
• Experience using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Experience using a tractor and feed trailer.
• Experience with radio telemetry and trapping and handling animals.
• Highly motivated and results oriented.

Pay Range

$28.37 - $37.07 - $45.63

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

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.