Farm Manager – Horticulture & Agroforestry Research Farm

• 45% Care and management of facilities working closely with faculty, and
  management of farm crew, along with graduate and undergraduate students
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of HARF including
    supervising HARF staff.
  • Assisting PI’s in establishing new research plots and removing old plots including site
    preparation.
  • Assisting in harvesting, spraying and marketing of crops.
  • Oversee livestock operation and herd
    health.
  • Develop and lead necessary safety procedure training on equipment.
  • Develop working relationships with various
    internal and external parties as needed (e.g., during educational programs and field days).
  • Make recommendations for
    improvement/efficiency as necessary.
  
  
• 30% Maintenance, repair and oversight of facility and equipment used at the
  research center
  • Responsible for operation of equipment needed for research as well as routine maintenance and repair of
    equipment and facilities at HARF.
  • Maintaining facilities including irrigation and fencing.
  • Maintain the Hickman
    House.
  
  
• 15% Coordinate with Faculty and Staff at the Land of the Osage Research Farm
  (LORF)
  • Initiating research projects-including Agroforestry, Natural Resources and Livestock.
  • Assisting with
    Outreach events.
  • Overseeing basic maintenance of facilities including mowing, fencing and repair.
  
  
• 5%
  Maintenance of records
  • Keep accurate and complete records and work with CM REEC Business Support staff.
  
  
• 5% Other duties as assigned

Shift

7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday,
some evenings and weekends as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination
of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is
necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Public Pesticide License

CDL

Anticipated Hiring
Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $55,000 – $65,000 annually.

Salary is
determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and
experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of
Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade:
GGS-9E
University Title: FARM MANAGER

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Application Materials

MU Application, Cover Letter, CV/Resume,
and contact information for references will be required for hire.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is
eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and
educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty &
Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment
Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

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