Job Description

Job Title: Livestock Manager

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000, with potential to reach $80,000 - $85,000 for an exceptional candidate

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Livestock Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal husbandry, organic feeding practices, and rotational grazing. This role involves managing a team, overseeing livestock care, and ensuring the well-being of our animals while maintaining our high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Animal Management: Oversee all aspects of livestock care including cows, sheep, pigs, chickens (layers and meat), and ducks. Implement organic feeding practices and rotational grazing strategies.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of 6-7 staff members, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to best practices.
• Program Management: Develop and run the livestock program, including scheduling and coordinating animal processing with a third-party processor.
• Collaboration: Participate in executive and farm planning meetings. Work closely with the farm owner and coordinators to align on strategic goals.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to food safety and animal welfare standards.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in livestock management, including knowledge of poultry preferred.
• Strong background in organic feeding practices and rotational grazing.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Local candidates preferred; however, relocation may be considered for the right individual (note: relocation expenses may not be covered).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based increases
• 100% health and vision insurance coverage
• 50% dental coverage
• 5 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 2 weeks PTO (increasing to 3 weeks PTO after 3 years)
• 50% discount on store items and 25% off market items (meat, veggies, fruits)
• 401(k) plan with 4% match and Roth IRA option

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking farm dedicated to regenerating the land and promoting sustainable farming practices. If you have a passion for livestock management and want to be part of a team that values animal welfare and innovation, we encourage you to apply.

Please contact Emily Robbins directly at emily.robbins@gogpac.com or 406.296.1157 for more information on this or any other positions you may be interested in.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.