What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Manager - JPCREC Watkinsville position at University of Georgia?

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14956P
Working Title	Farm Manager - JPCREC Watkinsville
Department	CAES-Campbell Rsch & Ed Ctr
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.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Advertised Salary	$60,000, Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	04/03/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	05/10/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Maintenance Professional II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The incumbent will be located at the JPCREC in Watkinsville, GA and will be responsible for managing many of the day-to-day operations of the JPCREC-Watkinsville, including but not limited to managing all aspects of a 200 head herd of beef cattle, managing all aspects of pasture and hayfield production, ensuring that the REC grounds, both at HQ and outer locations are well maintained and project a positive image of the CAES. The farm manager will be expected to work closely with the REC superintendent, CAES faculty, and technical staff to coordinate complex research projects. The farm manager will work effectively with a wide variety of people in an effort to create an environment where researchers have the opportunity to conduct successful research. The farm manager will supervise full-time and temporary staff at the REC and will be expected to keep detailed and accurate records of all farm-related activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Effective communication and team-building skills. Working knowledge of animal husbandry (beef cattle), sprayer/spreader calibrations. Working knowledge of farm equipment typically found on cattle and row-crop farms. Microsoft Office suite.
Physical Demands	Lift, push, and carry up to 100 pounds. Work in environmental extremes and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, and 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
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Manages the REC's beef cattle herd.
Responsible for all aspects of production and management of the REC's 200 head (brood cows) cattle herd, including regular vaccinations, pregnancy checking, breeding soundness, effective breeding of the herd, etc.
The REC maintains this cow-calf operation consisting of 200 head of Angus and AngusX brood cows for research purposes. We maintain a controlled breeding season and retain selected heifers for use as herd replacements. Weaned steers are kept on the farm as yearlings and are maintained in an all-natural program prior to their sale in the late spring of the following year. We use primarily natural service and manage approximately 10 bulls. Artificial insemination is used for replacement heifers, followed by the appropriate clean-up bulls. Our calving season is approximately 60-70 days and runs from late winter to early spring.
Supervise an existing full-time employee along with several part-time and temporary student-workers who will assist them in the completion of these and other duties related to the cow-calf operation. The cow-calf herd and yearlings are available for selected research projects, and the farm manager is expected to work closely with the REC superintendent to ensure that projects involving the cattle are carried out with the expected degree of professionalism while still maintaining the herd such that revenue can continue to be generated from it.
Coordinate bi-annual inspections of the herd/pastures/handling facilities/equipment by the IACUC and maintain the pastures and working facilities/handling equipment/facilities in a manner that is acceptable to the IACUC.
Keep detailed records of all aspects of herd management such that the herd can be maintained in an acceptable manner and records are available upon request.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Manages pastures/hayfields/forage production. Responsible for all aspects of pasture, fence, and hayfield management at JPCREC-Watkinsville and at JPCREC-Iron Horse farm.
Manage pastures such that they provide adequate forage for the cattle herd and are kept relatively weed-free; to include soil sampling, interpretation of resulting reports, developing liming and fertilizer schedules, and ensuring their timely applications.
Responsible for the regular maintenance and construction of fences to ensure that REC cattle remain in their designated pastures and do not pose a threat to the public by being in areas where they shouldn't be (i.e., public roads), as well as ensuring that the REC's pastures and fences project a positive image of the REC and the CAES.
Responsible for all aspects of forage production to ensure that hayfields are productive and, weather permitting, provide enough stored forage for the herd throughout the winter months.
Responsible for scheduling and completing regular harvests, production, and sampling of hay and baleage. These reports will be used to develop feeding programs for the herd(s) during the winter months.
Planning, acquiring, and planting winter annual grasses for grazing during the late fall/early winter months and the late winter/early spring months.
This position involves the use of PCard.

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Duties/Responsibilities	Ensure that the grounds at JPCREC-Watkinsville headquarters and other outlying areas are well-maintained and project a positive image of the REC and the CAES. Part-time and student labor that the farm manager supervises will assist with/perform these efforts.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned
Percentage of time	5

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Salary : $60,000

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