Research Operations Manager

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

Agriculture Consumer Service

Job Classification Title

Agricultural Research Manager (NS)

Position Number

60012611

Grade

NC15

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

This Agricultural Research Manager position serves as the Livestock and Forage Unit Manager at Mountain Research Station.

In this capacity, the individual in this position is responsible for the management of multiple complex research studies related to beef cattle/small ruminate and forage/row crop research. This position works collaboratively with the station managers, division program staff, and researchers to sustain and increase research capacity, capabilities, and efficiencies.

Our ideal candidate will have experience in overseeing daily livestock operations, pasture management, forage and hay production. The individual in this position will be assigned to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis as the workload requires.

The major functions of this position are:

• Manage assigned programs and projects.
• Oversee daily care, nutrition, breeding, and health management of livestock.
• Oversee forage production for both grazing and harvesting for stored feed.
• Supervisory responsibilities
• Overseeing maintenance of station facilities

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $55,221 - $65,000

• Knowledge of general agricultural equipment operation and production practices.
• Knowledge of agricultural research methods and principles.
• Ability to work in close proximity to livestock using low stress handling and Beef Quality Assurance methods.
• Ability to lead a diverse staff.
• Ability to perform long periods of repetitive reaching, stooping, standing, bending, and lifting 50 pounds in a variety of work environments.

Must possess or qualify for certification/licensure within twelve months of employment for the following:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (Interstate)
• Forklift Driver Certificate
• Public Pesticide Applicator License
• Obtain medical clearance to wear a half mask or full-face respirator with cartridges.
• Animal Waste Management System Operator's License

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.

Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

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• Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. *

Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree related to the assigned program area and two years of general research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Alyssa Danielle Bartholomew

Recruiter Email: agr.workday@ncagr.gov