POSITION OVERVIEW

The Cow/Calf Operations Manager leads day-to-day management of JLC's 700-800 head cow/calf operation, including an off-site calving facility, the annual breeding program, summer grazing, and fall herd health work. This position requires hands-on livestock experience, strong crew leadership, and the flexibility to manage a demanding year-round workload.

QUALIFICATIONS

Extensive calving and breeding experience Knowledge of artificial insemination and embryo transfer processes Extensive knowledge of general livestock and herd health Fencing and pasture management experience

LEADERSHIP

Participate in monthly leadership/management meetings Delegate tasks and manage a 6-8 person calving crew Experience managing teams

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare and operate the 700-800 head calving facility, including barn and pen prep, crew management, and sorting cows/pairs into groups Oversee the 200-400 head off-site calving facility, including herd health, winter rations, and feed calls Schedule, manage, and execute calf processing Prepare and operate the breeding facility; assist with the 2,200 head breeding program, including synchronization, AI, and ET of 1,000-1,200 head at JLC and offsite herds Manage cow/calf herd health year-round Organize ultrasounding of the cow herd Create and execute a 5-6 month rotational grazing plan Fit and maintain eShepherd collars; deliver mineral weekly Prepare and maintain summer and fall pastures, fences, and water tanks Organize turnout and haul cow/calf pairs to grass Prepare weaning pens and organize weaning Manage rations and bunk for weaned calves and replacement heifers Move and process/cake cow groups for fall and winter grazing as needed Relocate cows back to calving facilities; administer pre-calving shots and collect fecal samples

Pay:

From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 60.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off

Work Location:

In person