Animal Science Farm Lead-FRS/ADS Alapaha
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, GA, United States
Overview
Posting Number: S14854P
Working Title: Animal Science Farm Lead-FRS/ADS Alapaha
Department: CAES-Tifton Campus
Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
Posting Type: External
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 03/11/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 03/29/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants: As an essential function of this position, the successful candidate will be required to hold and maintain Beef Quality Assurance certifications and a valid Georgia Pesticide Applicators license. If the successful candidate does not hold these certifications/licenses by their hire date, they will be required to acquire all Beef Quality Assurance certifications within 6 months and a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license within 3 months.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Position Summary
Working closely with UGA research and Extension programs, this position will assist with forage production and implementation of research trials at the Alapaha Range Grazing Station. General responsibilities include providing support for forage production, assisting with beef cattle care, and supporting research activities. This individual will be accountable for communicating directly with research teams and following research protocols. The position will promote the image of the University by maintaining the herd and farm in a neat and attractive manner. The employee will report to the Animal Science Farm Manager, who is responsible for farm operations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Knowledge of forage and row-crop management practices, including establishment, maintenance, and harvesting.
Ability to maintain the necessary research and beef management records as specified by the Animal Science Sr. Farm Manager and Research Scientists.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to utilize digital recordkeeping programs, texting, and email.
Ability to acquire all Beef Quality Assurance certifications and a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license.
Physical Demands
Lift, push, and carry up to 75 pounds.
Work in environmental extremes and outdoor conditions.
Work varied schedules according to the needs of the farm, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays to ensure safety/maintenance of the livestock and forages.
Driving as needed to perform duties.
Duties / Responsibilities
Farm Management and Research Support: Coordinate with team to cover feeding and routine animal care on scheduled weekends and on holidays; build and repair fences, grow forage crops, and care for animals involved in research trials; curate records such as fertilizer and crop protection applications, vaccinations, and irrigation events; transport, work, load, and unload animals; maintain, prepare, and clean the beef and metabolism barns; responsible for proper maintenance and appearance of the farm, animal handling facilities, and agricultural machinery.
Percentage Of Time: 70
Routine Animal Care: Provide day-to-day care and observation of livestock; provide immediate corrective action when animal health is in jeopardy; maintain up-to-date health records for livestock; maintain and provide routine vaccination, deworming, and health programs.
Percentage Of Time: 20
Miscellaneous: Provide effective communication within and outside of the UGA system; coordinate with supervisor in planning farm visits by stakeholders; comply with all UGA/USG policies, including record keeping, timekeeping, training, etc.; other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Percentage Of Time: 10
Other Information
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?: No
Does this position require a P-Card? : No
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?: Yes
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes
Contact Details
Recruitment Contact Name: Andy Carter
Recruitment Contact Email: andyc@uga.edu
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Posting Number: S14854P
Working Title: Animal Science Farm Lead-FRS/ADS Alapaha
Department: CAES-Tifton Campus
Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area
Posting Type: External
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 03/11/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 03/29/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants: As an essential function of this position, the successful candidate will be required to hold and maintain Beef Quality Assurance certifications and a valid Georgia Pesticide Applicators license. If the successful candidate does not hold these certifications/licenses by their hire date, they will be required to acquire all Beef Quality Assurance certifications within 6 months and a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license within 3 months.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Position Summary
Working closely with UGA research and Extension programs, this position will assist with forage production and implementation of research trials at the Alapaha Range Grazing Station. General responsibilities include providing support for forage production, assisting with beef cattle care, and supporting research activities. This individual will be accountable for communicating directly with research teams and following research protocols. The position will promote the image of the University by maintaining the herd and farm in a neat and attractive manner. The employee will report to the Animal Science Farm Manager, who is responsible for farm operations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Knowledge of forage and row-crop management practices, including establishment, maintenance, and harvesting.
Ability to maintain the necessary research and beef management records as specified by the Animal Science Sr. Farm Manager and Research Scientists.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to utilize digital recordkeeping programs, texting, and email.
Ability to acquire all Beef Quality Assurance certifications and a Georgia Pesticide Applicators license.
Physical Demands
Lift, push, and carry up to 75 pounds.
Work in environmental extremes and outdoor conditions.
Work varied schedules according to the needs of the farm, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays to ensure safety/maintenance of the livestock and forages.
Driving as needed to perform duties.
Duties / Responsibilities
Farm Management and Research Support: Coordinate with team to cover feeding and routine animal care on scheduled weekends and on holidays; build and repair fences, grow forage crops, and care for animals involved in research trials; curate records such as fertilizer and crop protection applications, vaccinations, and irrigation events; transport, work, load, and unload animals; maintain, prepare, and clean the beef and metabolism barns; responsible for proper maintenance and appearance of the farm, animal handling facilities, and agricultural machinery.
Percentage Of Time: 70
Routine Animal Care: Provide day-to-day care and observation of livestock; provide immediate corrective action when animal health is in jeopardy; maintain up-to-date health records for livestock; maintain and provide routine vaccination, deworming, and health programs.
Percentage Of Time: 20
Miscellaneous: Provide effective communication within and outside of the UGA system; coordinate with supervisor in planning farm visits by stakeholders; comply with all UGA/USG policies, including record keeping, timekeeping, training, etc.; other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Percentage Of Time: 10
Other Information
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?: No
Does this position require a P-Card? : No
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?: Yes
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes
Contact Details
Recruitment Contact Name: Andy Carter
Recruitment Contact Email: andyc@uga.edu
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