General Livestock Manager, Animal Science

Department of Animal Science

Classification & Title: 8192LC, AH Pro 2-Lab Animal Care
Job Opening ID: 365355
Working Title: General Livestock Manager, Animal Science
Appointment Type: 100%, continuing
Reports to: Department Head
College/Admin Unit: College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
Campus Location: St. Paul Campus, Rosemount Research and Outreach Center

College Overview

The College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) is composed of 27 programs: 14 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs in disciplines involving food, agricultural, and natural resource sciences. CFANS also has 10 research and outreach centers across Minnesota, plus the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, the Bell Museum, and dozens of interdisciplinary centers that span the college, the university, and the globe. Undergraduate enrollment in the college is about 2000 students. CFANS students are well-prepared for a diverse, multicultural workforce through the college’s emphasis on experiential, interdisciplinary, and intercultural learning; internships; and global perspectives.

At CFANS, we aim to inspire minds, nourish people, and enhance the natural environment, and we believe that's only possible if everyone feels seen, heard and respected. Our College embraces equity and diversity and prioritizes purpose-driven scientific discovery in order for us to build a better tomorrow, together. We align with the University of Minnesota in providing equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Department Overview

The Department of Animal Science (http://www.ansci.umn.edu) in the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources Sciences (CFANS) (http://www.cfans.umn.edu/ is located on the scenic St. Paul campus. The Animal Science major, with an enrollment of around 400 students, is divided into five emphasis areas: Business/Industry, Companion Animal, Equine, Production, and Pre-Veterinary Medicine/Science. Each emphasis offers a unique combination of classes to prepare students for future careers in business, production management, companion animal, equine, veterinary medicine or graduate school. Within an emphasis, students can also specialize in a species, such as beef, companion animal, dairy, equine, poultry, swine or sheep, or develop a set of elective classes unique to their animal interests.

Position Overview

The Animal Science General Livestock Manager reports directly to the Department Head and works closely with the Faculty Management Teams for the Swine, Sheep, and Beef facilities on campus and the Beef Center at Rosemount Research and Outreach Center (RROC). This position is responsible for a variety of animal care and production and operations functions designed to support the Department’s teaching, research and extension missions. The manager supervises the undergraduate student employees, coordinates use of the facilities with

faculty and attends to the operation and basic maintenance of equipment in the animal units. The manager coordinates with the supervisors of the other St. Paul Animal Units for shared use of equipment and facilities. As an essential employee, a portion of the manager’s time may be spent feeding livestock and caring for calves, sows and piglets, ewes and lambs and beef steers on the St. Paul Campus and RROC Beef Center.

Responsibilities

These examples do not include all possible tasks of this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this class. Percentages may vary based on time of year and needs of the livestock facilities. All tasks require appropriate use and operation of farm machinery and equipment, including operating a skid-steer loader and driving a truck with livestock trailer. Documentation of activities and observations is required for most tasks, especially in the livestock barns, to ensure animals receive appropriate and timely care (health observations and treatments, etc.) and to identify factors that could explain potential problems (decreased performance, failure to conceive, etc.).

25% Supervision

• Full supervisory and training responsibility of undergraduate student
• Responsible for the development, performance management, and setting of expectations and
• Recruit, hire, schedule, assign work, train, educate and discipline student
• Ensure student employees obtain required and ongoing occupational health, first aid, safety, and care and use of animal (IACUC) training.
• Ensure that a well-written set of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety procedures for all jobs in the animal units is written and maintained.
• Supervise and manage animal care duties as they relate to general handling, moving, restraining, health care and general husbandry of the animals.
• Supervise and manage duties related to research and teaching protocols and data collection
• Ensure student employees obtain required occupational health, safety, and care and use of animals training and stay current with university requirements.

50% Operational Management

• Report and be accountable to the DAS Head on all aspects (budgets, animal usage certification/documentation and animal unit personnel) of animal operations and
• Develop operating budgets and work with DAS Head, Finance Manager, CFANS administration, and faculty management team to ensure animal units are fiscally solvent.
• With faculty advisors, develop Standard Operating Procedures for animal care, maintenance, biosecurity, and other needed areas and ensure adherence to them.
• Assist in purchasing, leasing, and maintaining
• Manage routine cleaning of animal facilities and Animal Science Livestock
• Provide for periodic maintenance and repair of equipment, tools, and facilities, including establishing a productive working relationship with Facilities Maintenance personnel.
• Observe animals for general wellbeing, health, and behavior on a routine basis and adjust procedures and administer treatments as required.
• Secure veterinary assistance for animals when
• Maintain records on animals, inventory, sales, and animal
• Monitor animal facilities to ensure regulatory compliance with all university
• In coordination with Dairy Manager, manage storage and inventory of feed and other supplies necessary for feeding and care of animals.
• Communicate and interact with faculty, students, veterinarians, other university personnel, and the general public.
• Assist in preparation for and delivery of class laboratory sessions and Extension events utilizing beef cattle, goats, pigs, and sheep.
• Assist faculty in utilizing the Paul Campus Beef Barn and Livestock Arena with preparation, set up, animal movement, and clean up.

20% Animal Health and Care

• Observe animals daily for abnormalities. Treat and care for animals and/or contact veterinarian for assistance according to site Assist veterinarian in treatment of injuries and ailments and administer treatments, including intravenous therapies, as prescribed by veterinarian or supervisor. Record observations and all therapies administered.
• Ear-tag, tattoo, or attach unique identifiers to livestock for identifications. Perform artificial insemination, castration, and collect blood samples for animals as Assist animals during calving, lambing and farrowing. Record breeding, birth, and birthing information.
• Prepare and deliver daily feed allotment to livestock by hand, tractor, or feed mixer/feed Evaluate clean water supply for livestock. Clean and maintain watering system as needed.
• Move cattle and livestock within and between animal

5% Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree with at least two (2) years of experience OR a combination of related work experience to equal 6 years.
• Moderate physical capability (ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds repeatedly)
• A valid Driver’s License
• Experience in record keeping

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience should include time in a university livestock teaching or research facility or livestock facility.
• Experience in large animal research and/or animal research facility management
• Experience in sheep, goat, beef, and swine production, equipment repair, and maintenance
• Operational experience with skid steer, tractor and livestock trailer
• Experience moving, handling and transporting livestock
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to interact well with people from diverse backgrounds

Special/Physical Requirements:

Moderate physical capability (ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds repeatedly)

Salary/Benefits:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays
• Low cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health care and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts
• Excellent retirement plans with generous employer contribution and immediate vesting
• Employer paid disability and life insurance
• Wellbeing program with reduced insurance premiums
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities covering 75% of eligible tuition
• Opportunities for growth and promotion
• Employee Assistance Program

For more information regarding benefits, see Summary of Benefits.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online at http://employment.umn.edu/ (search for Job Opening ID 365355). To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mike Schutz, mschutz@umn.edu

We will start reviewing applications two weeks after posting, but the position will remain open until filled.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employer Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.