Position Summary
The Ranch Property Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and overall management of a ranch property. This role ensures the property is well-maintained, efficiently operated, and aligned with the owner’s goals, whether agricultural, recreational, or residential.
Key Responsibilities
- Property Oversight
- Manage day-to-day operations of the ranch, including land, facilities, and infrastructure
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure property is in excellent condition
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance of buildings, fences, roads, and equipment
- Land & Livestock Management
- Oversee grazing, pasture rotation, irrigation, and land use practices
- Supervise livestock care (feeding, health monitoring, breeding coordination if applicable)
- Work with veterinarians, farriers, and agricultural specialists as needed
- Staff Supervision
- Hire, train, and manage ranch hands and other staff
- Schedule work assignments and ensure tasks are completed efficiently
- Maintain a safe and productive work environment
- Equipment & Inventory Management
- Maintain and operate ranch equipment (tractors, trucks, tools, etc.)
- Track inventory of feed, supplies, and materials
- Coordinate purchasing and vendor relationships
- Financial & Administrative Duties
- Assist with budgeting and expense tracking
- Maintain records related to livestock, crops, maintenance, and operations
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Security & Stewardship
- Monitor property security and access
- Promote sustainable land management and conservation practices
- Respond to emergencies such as weather events, fires, or animal health issues
Qualifications
- Proven experience in ranch management, agriculture, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of livestock care, land management, and equipment operation
- Leadership and team management skills
- Basic mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment
- Familiarity with budgeting and record-keeping
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Skills
- Experience with irrigation systems and water management
- Knowledge of fencing, welding, or construction
- Understanding of sustainable or regenerative agriculture practices
- Ability to operate heavy machinery
Working Conditions
- Primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Physically demanding work, including lifting, walking, and operating machinery
- May require irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 annually, depending on experience
- Additional benefits may include vehicle use, utilities, or performance bonuses