Agriculture Specialist IV - Feedmill - Coffield Unit Feed Mill (030113)
MAL DIVISION - MAL/OFFENDER TRANS, Tennessee Colony, TX, United States
Agriculture Specialist IV - Feed Mill (030113)
Organization: MAL DIVISION - MAL/OFFENDER TRANS
Primary Location: United States - Texas - Tennessee Colony
Job: Architecture and Engineering
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Salary/Salary Range: $4,291.51 (RET 2.5% Less)
Pay Basis: Monthly
Work Site Visits: Yes
Study Material: No
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
Closing Date: May 7, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
JOB SUMMARY
Performs advanced agricultural work in a correctional setting. Work involves planning and coordinating unit feedmill operations and planning agricultural activities to meet production goals and schedules; and supervising the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plans and coordinates farm feedmill program operations.
Coordinates and organizes feedmill activities; inspects feedmill operations, reviews reports, and approves requisitions for supplies and equipment; and advises management of production output, problems, and losses and prepares related reports.
Establishes and coordinates time management schedules for feedmill employees and inmates; and ensures efficient use of inmate labor and employee time resources.
Supervises the work of others; and develops and implements training programs for employees and assigned inmates on unit feedmill operations.
Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; searches for escaped inmates; transports assigned inmates; and performs various correctional and custodial support functions.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Major coursework in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience beyond the required one year may be substituted for thirty semester hours on a year-for-year basis.
Experience: One year full‑time wage‑earning experience in feedmill production or management or in production or manufacturing.
Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of feedmill procedures for handling raw ingredients and grains for the mixing of feed.
Knowledge of accounting techniques for efficient inventory control of production, supplies, and equipment.
Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
Skill in the operation and maintenance of agricultural equipment.
Skill to plan, coordinate, organize, and direct feedmill production.
Skill to manage the use of feedmill equipment and supplies.
Skill to evaluate farm operations and recommend improvements.
Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in problem‑solving techniques.
Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
Skill to supervise the work of others.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, twist, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
Conditions include working inside and outside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, working around moving objects or vehicles, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness and chill, dry atmosphere, excessive or intermittent noise, constant noise, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working on ladders or scaffolding, vibration, working below ground, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, dolly, telephone, farm implements, hand tools, livestock equipment, tractor, and automobile.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
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Organization: MAL DIVISION - MAL/OFFENDER TRANS
Primary Location: United States - Texas - Tennessee Colony
Job: Architecture and Engineering
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Salary/Salary Range: $4,291.51 (RET 2.5% Less)
Pay Basis: Monthly
Work Site Visits: Yes
Study Material: No
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
Closing Date: May 7, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
JOB SUMMARY
Performs advanced agricultural work in a correctional setting. Work involves planning and coordinating unit feedmill operations and planning agricultural activities to meet production goals and schedules; and supervising the work of others. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plans and coordinates farm feedmill program operations.
Coordinates and organizes feedmill activities; inspects feedmill operations, reviews reports, and approves requisitions for supplies and equipment; and advises management of production output, problems, and losses and prepares related reports.
Establishes and coordinates time management schedules for feedmill employees and inmates; and ensures efficient use of inmate labor and employee time resources.
Supervises the work of others; and develops and implements training programs for employees and assigned inmates on unit feedmill operations.
Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; searches for escaped inmates; transports assigned inmates; and performs various correctional and custodial support functions.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Major coursework in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience beyond the required one year may be substituted for thirty semester hours on a year-for-year basis.
Experience: One year full‑time wage‑earning experience in feedmill production or management or in production or manufacturing.
Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of feedmill procedures for handling raw ingredients and grains for the mixing of feed.
Knowledge of accounting techniques for efficient inventory control of production, supplies, and equipment.
Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.
Skill in the operation and maintenance of agricultural equipment.
Skill to plan, coordinate, organize, and direct feedmill production.
Skill to manage the use of feedmill equipment and supplies.
Skill to evaluate farm operations and recommend improvements.
Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in problem‑solving techniques.
Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
Skill to supervise the work of others.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, twist, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.
Conditions include working inside and outside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, working around moving objects or vehicles, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness and chill, dry atmosphere, excessive or intermittent noise, constant noise, dust, fumes, smoke, gases, grease, oils, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working on ladders or scaffolding, vibration, working below ground, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, dolly, telephone, farm implements, hand tools, livestock equipment, tractor, and automobile.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
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