Livestock Production Assistant Job at Kansas State University (Parsons)

Job Responsibility

Help drive innovation in cattle management
Hands on operation and management in the beef cattle operations
Feeding, monitoring, and collecting data among other duties, including some lab work
Play a critical role in beef cattle production and be engaged with research at the facility and across the center
Assist with research on corn, soybeans, milo, sunflowers, wheat and a variety of forage and cover crops
Provide team support to cattle and crop production across locations in the center
Carry out numerous tasks in the research environment with minimal supervision
Direct the work of lower ranking and less experienced employees

Requires a bachelor's degree (Major in Animal Science, Agriculture, or other closely related field)
Valid driver's license

3 years experience in large scale ranching/farming operations
Beef Quality Assurance certification
Certified Artificial Insemination technician
Ultrasound Guidelines Council certified technician
Ability to drive large and small farm equipment safely and skillfully
Welding, fence construction, and mechanical abilities
Ability to recognize plant diseases and signs of insect infestation
Knowledge of the hazards and effects of pesticides (herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, etc.) and the ability to read and interpret label and MSDS instructions regarding safe and proper use of agricultural chemicals
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions pertaining to repair, maintenance, and operation of agricultural equipment, vehicles, and power tools
Knowledge of methods and principles of supervision and the ability to plan, assign, and review work of other employees
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing