Facilities Coordinator I

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Job Description

• Assist with management of facilities and animals used in research, teaching, and extension activities of the Department of Poultry Science.
• Assist with development, implementation, and enforcement of employee safety programs and guidelines.
• Monitor animal welfare.
• Oversee Feed Mill operation.
• Maintain and repair equipment and poultry rearing facilities.
• Manage inventory and supervise use of on-site workshop.
• Maintain and control inventory items associated with feed manufacture and basic center operations.
• Communicate status of center operations with Research Service Farm Manager.
• Supervise farm workers and student workers as required.
• Other duties as required.

Required Education and Experience:

-Bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science or related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

-Master's degree in Poultry Science.

-Experience in poultry husbandry and feed mill operation.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

-Ability to promptly respond to on-site emergency calls.

-Ability to exert heavy force.

-Ability to work some evening and weekends may be required based on current farm operations.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.