Maternity & Youngstock Manager
Location: Blacksburg
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Chief Objective of Position: Supervises the care (feeding,
milking, breeding, observing and treating illness, etc.) of 232
milking cows and 225 replacement heifers located in various barns
and lots used in the teaching and research projects conducted by
the Dairy Science Department and the Virginia Maryland College of
Veterinary Medicine. Daily supervises 6 - 9 employees (Agricultural
Specialists and Student Workers) to complete the above. Works with
faculty and graduate students to implement research and teaching
protocols. Teaches, trains, and supervises students in the proper
procedures for all of the above. Required Qualifications B.S. or
M.S. degree in Dairy Science or related field or equivalent
experience and training. The individual must be highly motivated,
committed to excellence, professional, and extremely well-organized
with a strict attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications •
Experience managing a commercial dairy • Specific experience
managing dairy heifers Pay Band 4 Overtime Status Exempt: Not
eligible for overtime Appointment Type Regular Salary Information
40,000 to 55,000 Hours per week 40 Additional Information The
successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction
check. Alternate work schedule: 6am 4:30pm Tues-Tues with a 6 day
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