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Farmers National Company is an employee-owned company headquartered in Omaha, NE. We are the Nation's leading landowner services company and have been in business for 95 years. We pride ourselves in meeting and exceeding goals and objectives of our clients, customers and stakeholders! We offer a wide range of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k match and much more! Our Farm Management team is seeking a Farm Manager in Spencer, IA , who will be responsible for farm or ranch management services for absentee, non-operating landowners through lease review, operator management, planning, budgeting and continuous communications regarding the goals set forth for the property. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Build strong relationships with current and potential clients, influencers and operators to articulate company services and maintain a presence in professional or community service organizations Conduct and review property inventory evaluation and how FNC services intersects with the client's goals; Discuss lease options available and asses the value obtainable through each lease option Develop an annual farm plan and budget to control expenses; Determine improvements or projects to maximize profit, enjoyment and conservation of the land Processing incoming farm expenses and income; Understand farm account identification and corresponding accounting codes; Review monthly client statements to help with questions in accordance with the approved operating budget Perform soil analysis; purchase seed and fertilizer; conduct harvest estimates and inspections; complete market analysis by gathering comparable sale or leasing data Collaborate with administrative personnel on management agreements, lease agreements and professional level reporting to the non-operating land owner Collaborate with accounting personnel to process payment of farm expenses and incoming farm income; execute payment to owner requests and discuss client statement inquiries Performs additional duties as assigned and required by management SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, or related field preferred; Associate's Degree and 4+ years work experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency and 8+ years work experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree Valid driver's license and insurance approved driving record 2+ years of professional agricultural experience Licensed Real Estate Associate or ability to obtain within the first year of employment PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Continually required to sit, talk/hear and utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read a computer monitor and use a keyboard Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 40 pounds Frequent (40%) travel within specified region on prospective client visits and to attend company/industry functions as required COMPETENCIES : Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Farm Manager to lead a team of union staff and students at the Teaching Dairy Barn to enhance the experiences of our people, our visitors, and our animals by consistently pursuing excellence in dairy production. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage all components of farm and animal care operations of the Teaching Dairy including oversight of approximately 175 adult cattle and 150 calves and heifers. Ensure the animals' feeding, housing, milking, breeding, observation, and treatment needs are met through compliance with protocols, policies, and specifications of the Ambulatory section, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, dairy cooperative, and other relevant stakeholders. Supervise and lead UAW staff members, which involves prioritizing tasks and projects, determining daily work assignments, preparing and coordinating weekly work schedules. Mentor and foster the development of those under your supervision by providing ongoing training and feedback. Required Qualifications Associate's Degree in agriculture, animal sciences, or related field with at least 4 years of experience in the management of an animal facility or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated supervisory experience. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to prepare and maintain an effective budget. Basic computer skills. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including the ability to lift 100 lbs. and be able to push, pull, lift, carry, stretch, and reach on a regular basis. Must possess a NYS CDL CLASS B license with air brake endorsement or the ability to obtain within 3 months. Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Must complete and maintain an updated Driver Qualification File. Demonstrated skill in understanding of cultural differences. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in agriculture, animal sciences or related field. Education and experience applicable to the management of dairy cattle specifically. Information systems skills related to computerized records and management software. Important Details about the Position This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY. We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. Will be required to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as assigned. While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks. The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application Resume Cover Letter What We Offer: Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability. 3 weeks of paid vacation 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to use at your discretion An award-winning employer provided benefits program Comprehensive health care options Access to wellness programs Employee discounts with local and national retail brands Generous retirement contributions Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program Follow this link for more information: *********************************************** Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success , which are essential for individual and organizational success. Who We Are: Cornell's Teaching Dairy Barn is a state-of-the-art facility that serves the instructional livestock needs of Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Part of the University's 50-year campus master plan, the Teaching Dairy Barn is the inaugural building at the University's future Large Animal Teaching Complex, a 5-acre parcel that will serve the University's livestock endeavors from now on, freeing campus grounds for other academic facilities. University Job Title: Senior Animal Tech Job Family: Health Level: E Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: $29.75 - $34.57 Remote Option Availability: Onsite Company: Contract College Contact Name: Gabriel Gonzalez Contact Email: ***************** Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position Unique applicable skills Academic Discipline To learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator. Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates. Current Employees: If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to Workday using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell. Online Submission Guidelines: Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email ********************. If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice **************, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu. Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing ********************. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 2025-11-04

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Farm Manager to lead a team of union staff and students at the Teaching Dairy Barn to enhance the experiences of our people, our visitors, and our animals by consistently pursuing excellence in dairy production. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Manage all components of farm and animal care operations of the Teaching Dairy including oversight of approximately 175 adult cattle and 150 calves and heifers. * Ensure the animals' feeding, housing, milking, breeding, observation, and treatment needs are met through compliance with protocols, policies, and specifications of the Ambulatory section, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, dairy cooperative, and other relevant stakeholders. * Supervise and lead UAW staff members, which involves prioritizing tasks and projects, determining daily work assignments, preparing and coordinating weekly work schedules. * Mentor and foster the development of those under your supervision by providing ongoing training and feedback. Required Qualifications * Associate's Degree in agriculture, animal sciences, or related field with at least 4 years of experience in the management of an animal facility or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Demonstrated supervisory experience. * Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. * Ability to prepare and maintain an effective budget. * Basic computer skills. * Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including the ability to lift 100 lbs. and be able to push, pull, lift, carry, stretch, and reach on a regular basis. * Must possess a NYS CDL CLASS B license with air brake endorsement or the ability to obtain within 3 months. * Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. * Must complete and maintain an updated Driver Qualification File. * Demonstrated skill in understanding of cultural differences. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in agriculture, animal sciences or related field. * Education and experience applicable to the management of dairy cattle specifically. * Information systems skills related to computerized records and management software. Important Details about the Position * This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY. * We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position. * Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. * Will be required to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as assigned. While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks. The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application * Resume * Cover Letter What We Offer: Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability. * 3 weeks of paid vacation * 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to use at your discretion * An award-winning employer provided benefits program * Comprehensive health care options * Access to wellness programs * Employee discounts with local and national retail brands * Generous retirement contributions * Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program * Follow this link for more information: *********************************************** Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success. Who We Are: Cornell's Teaching Dairy Barn is a state-of-the-art facility that serves the instructional livestock needs of Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Part of the University's 50-year campus master plan, the Teaching Dairy Barn is the inaugural building at the University's future Large Animal Teaching Complex, a 5-acre parcel that will serve the University's livestock endeavors from now on, freeing campus grounds for other academic facilities. University Job Title: Senior Animal Tech Job Family: Health Level: E Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: $29.75 - $34.57 Remote Option Availability: Onsite Company: Contract College Contact Name: Gabriel Gonzalez Contact Email: ***************** Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: * Prior relevant work or industry experience * Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position * Unique applicable skills * Academic Discipline To learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator. Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates. Current Employees: If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to Workday using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell. Online Submission Guidelines: Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by "dragging and dropping" them into the dropbox or by using the "upload" icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email ********************. If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Office of Civil Rights at voice **************, or email at accommodations@cornell.edu. Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing ********************. Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "... any person ... any study." No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 2025-11-04