Assistant Farm Operations Manager
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Education / Teaching
Environmental Science
About Murray State
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive university which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four‑season climate. Murray has a friendly, small‑town atmosphere with locally owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild, and award‑winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000‑acre national recreation area that offers a wide range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike.
Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville, and Memphis. Learn more about
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Job TitleAssistant Farm Operations Manager
Number Of Vacancies1
About Murray StateLocated in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive university which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four‑season climate. Murray has a friendly, small‑town atmosphere with locally owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild, and award‑winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000‑acre national recreation area that offers a wide range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike.
Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville, and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity EmploymentEqual Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type Of EmploymentRegular Full-Time
Work LocationMurray, KY
Employment Term12 Months
Position TypeStaff - Non‑Exempt (Hourly)
DepartmentAnimal and Equine Science
Summary OfJob Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist in the management of the university farms and Cherry Expo Center.
- Assist with maintaining the university farms and Cherry Expo Center in a professional, well‑kept manner.
- Assist with operating farm equipment such as tractor, combines, skid steer loaders, etc.
- Assist with properly maintaining the beef herd and other animal units as needed.
- Assist with coordinating field days, livestock shows and other special farm events as required.
- Provide an environment that advances the overall educational and research objectives of the university farms and work‑related industry partners.
- Assist with coordinating farm operations, equipment and facilities with the School of Agriculture faculty and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelors degree in agriculture or a related field is required.
- One year of farm management experience required.
- Additional college education and related experience may be exchanged year‑for‑year to meet qualifications.
02/13/2026
Closing Date02/27/2026
Open Until FilledNo
Hourly Rate/Annual Salary$18.27 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)
Staff Grade107
Work Hours- Evenings and weekends may be required.
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