Beef Herdsman - Lead

Job Summary:

The Beef Herdsman-Lead position supports the beef cattle operations. This person is the primary animal caretaker and takes care of daily animal health checks, feeding, and records. The position follows protocols established for the various research projects.

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism, and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all. 

Responsibilities:

Collects samples and administers medication and treatments, in addition to feeding and maintenance responsibilities, to ensure compliance with animal care regulations and support research and instruction.

• 15% Collects samples from animals and administers medications, injections, and treatments according to established protocols and procedures to be used for diagnostic tests and research
• 10% Inventories, cleans, and maintains organization of animal holding spaces and supplies
• 15% Prepares food and formulas and feeds animals according to established schedules and specifications
• 10% Inspects and reports equipment problems to ensure optimal and safe operation
• 15% Maintains organization of and updates records related to research procedures
• 20% Observes animal behavior, performs basic animal care, and reports concerns to the appropriate entities to contribute to the health and well-being of animals and promote research
• 15% Performance of Facilities, Maintenance, and General Farm Work

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Required:
-Beef Production experience including health checks, feeding, record keeping, administering animal health products.
-Grazing experience including cattle handling, forage and weed management, fence repair and construction, and pasture watering system management
-General farm experience including ability to safely operate tractors, total mixed ration (TMR) mixer, ATVs, UTVs, and pickup trucks with livestock trailers.

Preferred:
-Agriculture and/or Beef Research Experience
-Experience with advanced beef reproduction techniques including estrus synchronization and artificial insemination.

Work Schedule:

Normal hours are 7:45am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends may be required for this position.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $18.36 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The anticipated salary range for this position is $18.36/hour - $22.00/hour. However, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf 

Additional Information:

-Criminal Background Check may be required
-Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required
-Working conditions, lifting requirements, driving authorization
-Work Authorization: The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.

How to Apply:

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:

Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background

References (required) - List contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

It's important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Contact:

Justin Cave
justin.cave@wisc.edu
608-263-3715
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Animal Care Technician II(AN009)

Department(s):

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/AG RES STA/LANCASTER

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

301599-CP

 

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