Ranch Livestock Specialist (Rimrock, AZ)
Posting Number: req21293
Department: V-Bar-V Ranch
Location: Outside of Tucson
Address: 4005 N. Forest Road 618, Rimrock, AZ 86335 USA
Position Highlights
The V-V Ranch in Rimrock, AZ is a working cattle research center in the Arizona Experiment Station with 71,000 acres of rangeland in elevation ranging from 3,200 to 7,000 feet. The genetic makeup of the herd has been cataloged for use in research.
This position will be responsible for providing advanced animal care duties, performing technical procedures to aid in the care of the animals and ensuring the areas where the animals are housed are properly equipped and cleaned using proper disinfection protocols.
The incumbent for this position will be required to live on site at the V Bar V Ranch.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the successful
candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the V-V cattle
herd.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist
with all duties required in the care and management of livestock. - Observe
cattle and report any injuries or health problems. - Round
up and move cattle. - Assist
in artificial insemination of cattle. - Maintain
livestock research records. - Maintain
and repair fences and facilities such as water lines and pumps. - Conduct
routing maintenance and minor repairs of ranch equipment. - Computer work and additional duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of range management and the care of livestock
- Skill in operation and repair of ranch equipment.
- Skill in the repair and maintenance of ranch facilities.
- Incumbent will work outside including working in adverse weather conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
FLSA: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.0
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Veterinary and Animal Care
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
6
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Grade Range Minimum
$47356
Grade Range Midpoint
$59195
Grade Range Maximum
$71034
Career Stream and Level
PC3
Job Family
Animal Care
Job Function
Veterinary & Animal Care
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Keith Cannon
kocannon@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter
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