A Farm Manager plans, supervises, and participates in the management and maintenance of farm/agricultural activities in support of the instructional programs at Los Angeles Pierce College.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Supervises and participates in daily farm/agricultural operations which include:
• Soil preparation, planting, irrigation, cultivating, harvesting, and storing of hay and other forage crops.
• Selection, caring (including preventative and routine herd health practices and administering medical treatments as prescribed by a veterinarian), feeding, breeding, sale, and disposal of livestock including beef, horses, sheep, goats, swine, poultry, and llamas.
• Operation and maintenance of farm/agricultural machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Organizes, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned farm/agricultural employees.
• Develops and implements work methods and procedures of all phases of farm/agricultural operations, including animal health and welfare.
• Develops long-term and short-term plans for the farm/agricultural operations and recommends changes and improvements in farm/agricultural operations, staffing, facilities, and equipment.
• Coordinates with the department chair and instructional staff to support the needs of the instructional program.
• Coordinates the activities of students participating in farm/agricultural operations as part of their educational program.
• Coordinates farm/agricultural operations off-site.
• Conducts orientation and training sessions for farm/agricultural workers, students, and volunteers assigned to the farm/agricultural units.
• Periodically inspects farm/agricultural buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify safety and sanitary hazards problems and initiates immediate or preventative maintenance measures.
• Assures adherence of farm/agricultural operations to Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning human and animal health, safety, and sanitation.
• Implements security measures to prevent theft and vandalism.
• Develops an annual budget and makes requisitions for supplies and equipment as needed.
• Maintains records and production reports on farm/agricultural activities and issues fiscal reports on farm/agricultural activities and budget expenditures on a regular basis.
• Coordinates the use of farm/agricultural facilities for special events, tours, and film crews.
• Maintains strong community relations with the public.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

VACANCIES

A vacancy currently exists at Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91371.  The hiring list established by this examination will also be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the life of the list

BENEFITS

• Medical and dental insurance and vision care plans are provided for employees and their dependents.
• A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee.
• 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave.
• At least 15 paid holidays per year.
• Vacation days accrue annually beginning at 10 days and increasing incrementally to 24 days depending on years of service with the District.  Vacation days for management and confidential positions begin at 15, 20, or 24 days.
• Other paid time off includes: bereavement leave, personal necessity leave, court subpoena, and jury duty.
• Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System.  The employee contribution rate is 6 percent.  The District also contributes to the retirement system.  Employees are also covered by Social Security.
• Employee Assistance Program

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCEPTANCE OF AN APPLICATION:

1. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized four-year college or university with a major in animal science, agricultural science, agribusiness, or a closely related field AND one year of full-time paid farming experience which included responsibility for livestock and agricultural operations.      OR
2. An associate’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in animal science, agricultural science, agribusiness, or a closely related field AND three years of full-time paid farming experience which included responsibility for livestock and agricultural operations.      OR
3. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND five years of full-time paid farming experience which included responsibility for livestock and agricultural operations.                                              OR
4. Any equivalent combination of A., B., and C. above.

Special:   A valid Class “C” California driver's license.  Travel to locations throughout the District may be required.  A valid California Class “A” driver’s license may be required within 60 days of employment.

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EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of one or more parts which may include a training and experience evaluation, written test, performance test and/or oral interview.

ACCOMMODATION

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request, orally or in writing, an accommodation in the examination process. Documentation of the need for accommodation is required solely for the purpose of establishing that the applicant has an ADA disability and that the disability necessitates a reasonable accommodation. Typically, a recent letter from an appropriate health care or rehabilitation professional which establishes that the applicant has an ADA qualifying disability, identifies the functional limitations as they relate to the testing situation, and recommends/suggests the appropriate accommodation is sufficient.  In order for appropriate arrangements to be made at the testing site, a request for accommodation and required documentation must be received by the Examiner of Record at least 3 days prior to the administration of the test.