Farm & Ranch Foreman - Livestock

Tier: 1

Department: Land Management

Supervisor: Land Management Program Manager

Location: 15185 K Road, Mayetta KS 66509

Pay Range: $26.12 - $31.34

Offering rate will vary within the listed hourly range above. *Supported by the Department budget & related experience/education*

• Preference in employment actions exercised in accordance with applicable law. Applicants must provide proof of eligibility for preference.
• Benefits for Full-Time: Weekly pay periods, Holiday pay, paid Birthday leave, Weekly accruals for Vacation & Sick leave, Administrative, Bereavement, and Educational Leave available, Low-Cost & Low-Deductible Benefits Plans & Generous 401(k) matching program.

Questions before applying? 785-966-3060

Role:

The Farm & Ranch Foreman leads the day-to-day livestock and herd-management operations of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Lands Department, with primary responsibility for the Nation's bison and cattle herds. Supervises assigned employees and oversees animal health and welfare, feeding, watering, grazing, breeding, calving, livestock handling, movement, identification, vaccination, treatment, recordkeeping, fencing, livestock facilities, and related equipment. Assists the Director with herd planning, livestock inventory, regulatory and program requirements, animal-health coordination, and documentation of livestock operations. Coordinates with the Farm Foreman regarding pasture conditions, hay production, fencing, water infrastructure, prescribed burning, equipment needs, and other land-management activities affecting livestock operations.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all minimum requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Minimum Requirements:

Driving:Valid Class A-CDL driver's license free of occupational restrictions. Must be insurable with the Nation's insurance carrier.

Experience:Three (3) years of progressively responsible livestock, ranching, agriculture, or herd-management experience, including recent hands-on responsibility for cattle, bison, or comparable large livestock. Must have demonstrated experience with livestock handling, feeding, watering, herd-health observation, fencing, and routine herd-management activities. Must have experience operating tractors, loaders, trucks, trailers, and other farm or ranch equipment. Must possess a valid Class A CDL or be willing and able to obtain one within 90 days of employment and remain insurable with the Nation's insurance carrier. A record of satisfactory attendance and performance in prior and current employment is required.

Education:High school diploma or GED. Pesticide Applicator Certification or willing to obtain one within 90-days of employment, Current CPR certification for State of Kansas or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with a $0.50 cent match up to 10% of eligible wages!
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Leave policy plus an average of 18 paid company holidays
• Birthday Leave

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