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Location

Ithaca, NY | United States

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Job description

Supervisor of Farm

Culture of Inclusion and Community Standards

As an individual contributor you will model and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing and continually seek to understand how your role, behaviors, and actions impact the success of this culture.

Department Background

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: natural and human systems; food, energy, and environmental resources; and social, physical, and economic well-being.

The Department of Animal Science's mission is to discover and disseminate new knowledge about the biology and management of domestic animals and to apply this knowledge to benefit society. Our department is devoted to undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, extension and outreach.

Our department has many research facilities that require management from a skilled professional with a strong background in Animal Science and the management of domestic animals. Work under the direction of the Animal Science Department Chair and faculty to manage all aspects of operations for the Ithaca Farm Facilities in support of the department's graduate student research projects and undergraduate course requirements, while managing the day to day activities associated with the Large Animal Teaching and Research Unit (LARTU), Teaching Barn, Equine Metabolism Barn, Poultry Farm, Morrison Hall Abattoir, and the Livestock Pavilion. Coordinate and monitor research and class activities held in these facilities, set up laboratory exercises, assist with the animal breeding program and natural and artificial breeding including birthing of animals, and maintain records associated with the care of animals. Serve as sole instructor for ANSC 2100 Practical Large Animal Handling. Plan, setup, and oversee daily activities and assignments of students.

Rewards And Benefits

Position Summary

Monitor the health and welfare of research and teaching animals including swine, sheep, horses, goats, cattle, and poultry and provide oversight to staff working on the care, feeding, and watering of animals. Hire, evaluate, and supervise staff, coordinate work and schedules, and provide staff with necessary training. Work with faculty, veterinarians, students, maintenance personnel, farm services and others associated with conferences, sales, and shows that are held at the facility.

Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and University regulations pertaining to animal care such as the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), CARE, Environment Health and Safety (EH&S), USDA, etc. as well as experimental protocols. Monitor and maintain records, review financial progress of units and contribute to the budget process, review budget with the Department Financial Staff (Senior Financial Reporting Specialist and Administrative Manager) and department financial process, prepare and maintain emergency disaster plan procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Formal training beyond an undergraduate degree of 4 to 5 years. More than 5 years directly related experience with swine, dairy and beef cows, sheep, and horses; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in teaching / lab setting.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position, including having reliable transportation or having and maintaining a valid New York State driver's license.
• Knowledge of animal health issues.
• Supervisory experience.
• Understanding of budgeting concepts, familiarity with Cornell financial system.
• Able to lift 50 pounds routinely.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be safety oriented.
• Willing to work in varying climatic conditions and be exposed to loud noises, dusty conditions, animal waste, and odors.
• Must be personable, flexible, possess good organizational and time management skills and take pride in their work.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop effective working relationships with a wide variety of students, faculty, and staff.
• Must be able to work closely with regulatory groups such as CARE, IACUC, USDA, and AAALAC.
• May be required to have completed certification for Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) through AALAS or be eligible for certification.
• May also require biosafety level 3 training (chemical hazards).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Animal Science with animal research experience.
• Experience working with and supervising students in a lab/class environment.

Application Procedure

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

University Job Title:

Supervisor Farm/Greenhouse

Job Family:

Facilities & Safety Services

Level:

E

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$59,325.00 - $68,945.00

Remote Option Availability:

Fully Onsite

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Bert Whalen

Job Titles and Pay Ranges:

Non-Union Positions

Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience

• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

• Unique applicable skills

• Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

Union Positions

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Notice to Applicants:

EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2024-02-01

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