Agricultural Specialist II - Dairy Farm
Agricultural Specialist II - Dairy Farm
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Position Title:
Agricultural Specialist II - Dairy FarmJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experiencePreferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with milking procedures and equipmentExperience working with livestock or large animals and familiarity with animal health monitoring and treatment
Familiarity with general agricultural equipment operation and maintenance
Leadership or team lead experience
Job Description:
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is seeking an Agricultural Specialist II to serve as a Shift Team Leader at the ISU Dairy Farm. This position plays a key role in supporting the universitys teaching research and extension missions by ensuring high-quality animal care coordinating dairy production activities and supporting on-farm research.
The Shift Team Leader will oversee the daily operations of the second shift including tasking of staff and student workers implementation of research protocols and proper operation of equipment and facilities. The role requires strong leadership technical knowledge of cattle production and the ability to effectively communicate with farm staff faculty and researchers.
Responsibilities Include:
Oversee second-shift staff and student employees to ensure timely and accurate completion of milking herd care sanitation and daily operations
Train team members in dairy production animal handling safety procedures and research protocols
Coordinate with first-shift and farm management to maintain consistent animal care and farm operations
Monitor animal health respond to emergencies and resolve operational issues as they arise
Support research projects
Collaborate with faculty veterinarians and researchers on project design troubleshooting and herd management
Maintain detailed records of animal health production data equipment maintenance and research results
Operate and maintain farm equipment and facilities including tractors skid steers and milking systems
Utilize herd management software and Microsoft Office tools for data tracking and reporting
Assist with budgeting inventory and procurement related to cattle feed and supplies
If you enjoy working with cattle and thrive in a hands-on environment that offers something new every day this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a research and teaching farm. You will have the chance to support student organizations like the Dairy Science and Veterinary Medicine clubs as well as interact with researchers conducting cutting-edge work in animal science. This job offers meaningful challenges and variety. With a unique blend of production and academic activities this role provides opportunities to grow lead and contribute to the advancement of dairy science at a land-grant university.
Second Shift hours are Monday Friday from 5 pm to 2 am with a 1-hr dinner break. The position has a rotating weekend shift.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position will be open until filled. Full consideration will be given to candidates who apply before July 9th.
Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex difficult and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
PS806Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Full consideration will be given to candidates who apply before July 9th.
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
July 1 2025Posting Close Date:
July 17 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17333Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
