Duties: operate, maintain, and repair farm tractors and all related equipment; plant, cultivate, and harvest crops, primarily hay; maintain and keep farm buildings and equipment clean; repair farm equipment and buildings; preform all tasks relating to maintaining and improving the SAU cattle herd from AI through final sale or inclusion in the herd (feeding, improving pastures, providing health care as needed and all other necessary activities) and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:  knowledge of basic farming methods and techniques; knowledge of the proper use and care of farm tools and farming equipment;  ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time; ability to operate farm tools and equipment; ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees; good communication skills and the ability to teach all of the above to student labor hired for assistance on the farm; and work as a member of the farm staff team. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to the value of all members of the SAU community, to excellence in interpersonal behaviors, and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, current resume, and the contact information of three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E University, MSC 9288, Magnolia 71753. AA/EOE. Non-listed references may be contacted