POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Manager, Journagan Ranch
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 9410
GRADE 45
CLASSIFICATION Exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Dean, College of Agriculture
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Manager, Journagan Ranch is directly responsible for the successful management and daily operation of the 3300 acre, 1000 head beef cattle operation which provides education, research, and public affairs functions in association with the Darr College of Agriculture. This position is responsible for the success of the Journagan Ranch as a production unit while meeting the interdisciplinary teaching, research, and outreach goals for the Ranch as established by the College of Agriculture’s Leadership Team and advisors. The Manager is also responsible for the management of the Journagan cattle herds by overseeing the nutrition, health care, breeding, and sale of cattle.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required; a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field is preferred.
Experience: At least five years of ranch management experience is required. Preferred experience includes direct responsibility for budget, personnel, facility, livestock, seed stock industry, marketing, advertising (print and digital), sales and equipment. Demonstrated ability to work with the public and knowledge of customer service is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of experience requirements.
Skills: Strong management, supervisory, and communications skills are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Computer literacy is required. Ex. Breed Association Software, Herd Management Software
Effort: Occasionally required to lift or move equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
Other: Work hours will include weekends and holidays. Must respond to after-hour emergency calls when necessary. Has or has the ability to obtain Beef Quality Assurance certification, Private Pesticide Applicator’s License, Artificial Insemination certification, and Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responsible for the success of the Journagan Ranch as a production unit while meeting the interdisciplinary teaching, research, and outreach goals for the Ranch as established by the College of Agriculture’s Leadership Team and advisors.2. Responsible for the management of the Journagan cattle herds by overseeing the nutrition, health care, breeding, and sale of cattle.
3. Coordinates the purchasing, maintenance, and lease of all Ranch facilities, equipment and seedstock.
4. Exercises responsibility for managing Ranch budgets to support operations.
5. Maintains the 3300 acres of land, forages, and timber resources by applying land and resource management principles.
6. Ensures the humane, responsible, and scientifically or instructionally sound use of animals, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
7. Promotes a positive image of the University by fostering good relationships with the surrounding community and Purebred/Cattle industry.
8. Facilitates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.9. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as required by the supervisor.
10. Supports and is actively involved in the College of Agriculture by performing all other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION
The Manager, Journagan Ranch, supervises both full-time and part-time staff and student employees.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED MAY 2025
