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Department
Animal & Rnglnd Sciences (ASC)
Position Title
Manager 1-Farm/Faclt
Job Title
Manager ofthe Clark Meat Science Center
Appointment Type
Professional Faculty
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Animal & Rangeland Sciences is seeking a Manager ofthe Clark Meat Science Center. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The missionof the Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is to serve current and future communities through education, research, and outreach by providing science-based animal and rangeland information.
Our vision is ecologically, socially, and economically resilient communities and healthy landscapes in synergy with humans, animals, and rangelands for current and future generations.
The purpose of this position is to direct the day-to-day operation and retail sales of the Clark Meat Science Center. They will conduct and oversee all phases of operation of a complete USDA-FSIS inspected slaughter and processing facility. The person in this position will provide support in carcass, meat, and live animal evaluation, meat related research, and meats processing. This position includes student employee supervision and management.
The Clark Meat Science Center is approximately 8,000 square feet and is composed of a slaughter floor, further-processing area including smokehouses, and walk-in coolers and freezers. The slaughter floor can accommodate beef, swine, sheep, and goats.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
75% Operation of Clark Meat Science Center
20% Supervision
5% Service
What You Will Need
Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, Food Science, or a closely related field, OR, minimum of 3 years' experience in multi-species (beef, sheep/goats, and swine) slaughter, carcass fabrication and further processing, or a combination of both experience and education.
General knowledge of computers, and skills for use of word processing, presentation and data management software.
Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team and to plan, organize, evaluate, manage and delegate details associated with individual team programs.
Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HAACP) training.
Experience working in a USDA-FSIS inspected facility.
Ability to develop extramural funding and program development enhancement.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Works with large animals, lifting and boxes of frozen or thawed meat (50-100 lbs). Pushing and pulling meat carts, hanging carcasses, boxes of meat, meat trailers, barrels, (25-200 lbs). The ability to lift or carry objects weighing 50-100 lbs is required.
May be exposed to high noise levels. Works with biological agents and other chemicals.
Serves as emergency contact and building coordinator for the meat lab.
Pay Method
Salary
Pay Period
1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/148807
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P07813UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
04/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
02/22/2024
Full Consideration Date
03/07/2024
Closing Date
03/22/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 7, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
| Matt Kennedy
| Matthew.Kennedy@oregonstate.edu
| (541) 737-1906
Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Position Information
Department
Animal & Rnglnd Sciences (ASC)
Position Title
Manager 1-Farm/Faclt
Job Title
Manager ofthe Clark Meat Science Center
Appointment Type
Professional Faculty
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Animal & Rangeland Sciences is seeking a Manager ofthe Clark Meat Science Center. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The missionof the Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences is to serve current and future communities through education, research, and outreach by providing science-based animal and rangeland information.
Our vision is ecologically, socially, and economically resilient communities and healthy landscapes in synergy with humans, animals, and rangelands for current and future generations.
The purpose of this position is to direct the day-to-day operation and retail sales of the Clark Meat Science Center. They will conduct and oversee all phases of operation of a complete USDA-FSIS inspected slaughter and processing facility. The person in this position will provide support in carcass, meat, and live animal evaluation, meat related research, and meats processing. This position includes student employee supervision and management.
The Clark Meat Science Center is approximately 8,000 square feet and is composed of a slaughter floor, further-processing area including smokehouses, and walk-in coolers and freezers. The slaughter floor can accommodate beef, swine, sheep, and goats.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
75% Operation of Clark Meat Science Center
- Conduct and oversee all phases of operation of a complete USDA-FSIS inspected slaughter and processing facility.
- Maintenance of all regulatory processes associated with USDA-FSIS inspection for the facilities; including but not limited to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) program, Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs), Humane Animal Handling, Food Defense, labeling, and other emerging regulations.
- Conduct and oversee efforts on marketing, merchandising, and retailing of meat products produced at the Clark Meat Science Center.
- Work with Director of Livestock Operations and departmental accountant on formulating and managing an operational budget.
- Collaborate with the Beaver Classic brand in product development, Steer-A-Year program, and OSU Animal and Rangeland Sciences Farm Units to maintain a constant supply of meat for retail sales.
- Responsible for coordinating and supporting teaching, research, and outreach activities within the Clark Meat Science Center.
20% Supervision
- Hire and supervise adequate student labor to operate the Clark Meat Science Center.
- Supervision duties include planning, assigning, and approving work, disciplining, and rewarding, responding to grievances, and hiring and firing.
5% Service
- Serve on departmental, collegiate, and university committees.
What You Will Need
Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science, Food Science, or a closely related field, OR, minimum of 3 years' experience in multi-species (beef, sheep/goats, and swine) slaughter, carcass fabrication and further processing, or a combination of both experience and education.
General knowledge of computers, and skills for use of word processing, presentation and data management software.
Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team and to plan, organize, evaluate, manage and delegate details associated with individual team programs.
Commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HAACP) training.
Experience working in a USDA-FSIS inspected facility.
Ability to develop extramural funding and program development enhancement.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Works with large animals, lifting and boxes of frozen or thawed meat (50-100 lbs). Pushing and pulling meat carts, hanging carcasses, boxes of meat, meat trailers, barrels, (25-200 lbs). The ability to lift or carry objects weighing 50-100 lbs is required.
May be exposed to high noise levels. Works with biological agents and other chemicals.
Serves as emergency contact and building coordinator for the meat lab.
Pay Method
Salary
Pay Period
1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/148807
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P07813UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
04/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
02/22/2024
Full Consideration Date
03/07/2024
Closing Date
03/22/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 7, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
| Matt Kennedy
| Matthew.Kennedy@oregonstate.edu
| (541) 737-1906
Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
