Cattle Unit Manager I

Deseret Cattle & Timber is seeking a Cattle Unit Manager to join the local ranch leadership team!

Summary:

The Cattle Unit Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a cattle unit. This role ensures high standards in animal welfare, pasture management, and team leadership, while aligning with the strategic goals set by the General Manager. This is a key role in implementing the best practices, maintaining infrastructure and fostering a safe and productive work environment. Cattle Unit Managers will also care for their own cow herd.

Responsibilities:

Lead cattle care operations by coordinating staff assignments, setting priorities, and ensuring consistent execution of feeding, health monitoring, and handling practices. Guide staff in implementing grazing plans, monitoring pasture conditions, and executing rotation schedules that support sustainable forage use and herd health. Direct employees maintaining optimal cow condition, targeting a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 5 or better on at least 75% of the herd, with minimal BCS 3 cows. Maintain accurate records of herd performance, treatments, pasture usage and cattle inventory. Monitor and maintain ranch infrastructure, including fencing, water systems, and equipment. Manage budget tracking and cost control for the unit. Support the adoption of new technologies and best practices to improve operational efficiency and sustainability. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards and company policies. Respond to emergencies such as weather events, animal health issues, or equipment failures. Supervise, train, and support unit employees by fostering a productive and collaborative work environment, while ensuring adherence to safety protocols, animal welfare standards, and applicable company policies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other information:

Bachelor's degree in animal science, ranch management, or a related field or equivalent experience. 3+ years of hands-on experience in cattle operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role. Strong knowledge of livestock handling, pasture and range management, and ranch equipment. Proficiency in operating and maintaining machinery and heavy equipment. Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Familiarity with ranch management software, data entry, and maintaining accurate records and reports. Ability to maintain and improve ranch infrastructure. Commitment to safety and employee training. Valid driver's license. Ability to work in remote outdoor environments.

Other Information:

Regular lifting up to ~50 lbs; prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, crouching, climbing, and kneeling; frequent hand use for tools and animal handling; sufficient vision and hearing to monitor livestock health; regular physical exertion. Primarily outdoor ranch environments; exposure to all weather conditions; uneven terrain; dust, dander, manure; variable noise; frequent interaction with large animals and equipment; variable hours including early mornings, weekends, and holidays; PPE required as applicable. AgReserves, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Qualified applicants must be legally and lawfully authorized to be employed and work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship - AgReserves, Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time. AgReserves offers medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance coverage. Additionally, employees can contribute to an FSA, and to an employer matched 401(K). Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus. For more detailed information please visit our benefits site: www.agreserves.com/benefits . AgReserves, Inc. complies with the current state minimum wage laws for all positions, regardless of the pay ranges posted.

Additional Benefits may also include:

Company Vehicle, Company Housing, Company Cell Phone, Tack & Tool Allowance, Personal Horse Incentives, Relocation Assistance.