General Manager for CAFE Research Dairy

Location Off Campus Location - 1350 N 100 W, Rupert, ID 83350Posting Context StatementU of I is proud to address problems of global importance through the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment ( CAFE ). The 2,000-cow dairy brings together animal and agronomic agriculture in a research environment representative of Idaho’s dairy and allied industries to solve complex issues around environmental sustainability. This role will lead the finance and operating decisions for the dairy and ensure sound operating practices.Position OverviewThe General Manager for CAFE Research Dairy oversees total dairy operations including: cows, feed, employees and equipment. It is also the responsibility of the position to monitor the daily activities to ensure quality at all levels.Duties may include:Oversee and manage all daily operations of a growing dairy, including herd health, reproduction, milking, staffing and facility managementEnsure high standards of animal welfare, operational efficiency, biosecurity and regulatory complianceLead and support a team of dairy staff through effective hiring, scheduling, training and performance oversightManage feed inventories and procurement and make strategic decisions to support production and animal nutritionDirect and manage the dairy’s financial and operational strategy, including managing budgets and feed procurement, performance tracking, benchmarking against industry standards and ensuring efficient growth, planning and compliance with administrative requirementsManage advisory boards and committees and internal and external communications for Idaho CAFEReview and improve operating efficiencies by tracking operating policies, metrics, processes, procedures, organizational controls and systemsThree years of dairy operations supervisory experienceExperience managing crop production and dairy byproduct applicationRequired EducationNoneRequired OtherAbility to respond to emergency calls outside business hours, including evenings and weekendsPossess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehiclesAbility to travelAdditional PreferredBachelor’s Degree in dairy science or agricultural backgroundFive years managing a dairy of comparable or larger size (one thousand head or larger)Understanding of basic research principles and designExperience hedging commodities to manage riskExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesPhysical Requirements & Working ConditionsAbility to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 80 poundsAbility to work in inclement weatherDegree RequirementPosting InformationFLSA StatusFLSA Status ExemptEmployee CategoryEmployee Category ExemptPay RangePay Range $105,000 annually or higher depending on experienceType of AppointmentType of Appointment Fiscal YearFTE1.0Full Time/Part TimeFull Time/Part Time Full TimeFundingA visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. UncertainPosting DatePosting Date 06/17/2025Closing DateOpen Until Filled YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsApplications received by July 17, 2025, will receive first consideration.IMPORTANT : To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather Biersner at and request that one be sent to you.Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.EEO StatementThe University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Required DocumentsResume/CVLetter of QualificationOptional DocumentsSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?Academic CareersAssociation of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)ChronicleDisabled in Higher EdFacebookHigherEd/Academic ImpressionsHigher Ed JobsIdaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)Inside Higher EdLinkedInNewspaperOther VenueProfessional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)University of Idaho WebsiteUniversity of Idaho Daily RegisterUniversity of Idaho EmployeeVeterans in Higher EdWord of Mouth* Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.(Open Ended Question) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06