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Position Function:

Under the general direction of designated administrator or faculty member, manages a farm unit which serves the research activities of a department.

Salary Grade:  15

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges.  For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Anticipated Appointment Date:

September 2026. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manages and coordinates farm operations to effectively and efficiently meet the research needs of the department/unit, and provides assistance in that regard.
2. Organizes daily work schedule for farm operation; supervises, assigns duties, trains, evaluates and approves timecards for farm laborers and student workers.
3. Recommends purchase of equipment, materials, supplies and other related items.
4. Maintains appropriate records which may be computerized, and prepares reports, as required or needed.
5. Oversees maintenance, safety and security of buildings, equipment and machinery, in assigned area of responsibility.
6. Recommends improvements in farm management techniques and economical use of facilities.
7. Under direction of faculty member, assists in training students in the practical aspects of operations associated with independent studies or other practicums.
8. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Substitution: An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Previous supervisory experience.
2. Familiarity with research operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to manage and coordinate farm operations.
Good organizational skills.
Knowledge of equipment, materials, and farm supplies.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work under the direction of faculty members.
Ability to supervise others.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., with one often to the point of being objectionable.

Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.

Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Job occasionally requires sitting, climbing or balancing, and lifting more than 100 pounds.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply:  http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/

Apply online through the MSU Page Up Portal

Screening Date:

August 25, 2026, until filled. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

What do I do if I need an accommodation?

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