873 FARM MANAGER

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. High school diploma or GED

  2. Ability to assign work, instruct workers, inspect work and write reports

  3. Good communication skills and deal with others professionally

  4. Demonstrates aptitude for successful fulfillment of assigned

  5. performance responsibilities and be cognizant of good workmanship

  6. Three (3) years successful experience in ranch or farm management

  7. Working knowledge of at least three (3) of the following: carpentry,        

  8. mechanics, electricity, plumbing telecommunications, HVAC,   

  9. landscaping, sewage treatment, or welding

  10. First Aid, Aquatic Safety, CPR knowledge and current Food Service       

  11. and Hazardous Materials Safety certification

  12. Thorough understanding of Texas Youth Camp Safety Act and County Health Code \

  13. Ability to represent camp to the general public

  14. Plan projects, order materials, and evaluate progress

  15. Must be a self starter, motivated, and willing to work for the welfare of children with the help of children

  16. Demonstrate civic mindedness and willingness to participate in local community organizations

  17. Be resourceful, creative, and demonstrate flexibility to respond rapidly    to crisis or opportunity

  18. Background in agriculture, forestry and wildlife management or related services

REPORTS TO:        CAMP DIRECTOR 

JOB GOALS:

  1. To provide all students with a physical learning environment that is safe, clean, attractive, pleasant and smoothly functioning

  2. Provide leadership in maintaining the camp/school/farm property, buildings and equipment in a condition of safety, neatness, and aesthetic attractiveness, taking measures to minimize impact of the ever increasing number of visitors so that each student may be provided with an outdoor environment which is both visually pleasing and safe

  3. Successful protection and management of forest, soil, water and wildlife/domestic animals/agriculture resources on property

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Noncontractual (At-will); Manual/Trades Paygrade: 6; Estimated 226 days; estimated 8 hours dailyWage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Evaluation Rating:

EE -

Exceeds Expectations

ME -

Meets Expectations

BE -

Below Expectations

NA -

Not Applicable

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1.       

Inspects school/campus/farm on a regular basis.  Reinspects to verity that previous deficiencies have been corrected.

2.       

Schedule, organize and supervise volunteers.

3.       

Assigns tasks to volunteers, participates in those tasks and inspects completion or work.

4.       

Instructs subordinates/volunteers in the safe and effective use of farm equipment.

5.       

Serves as emergency substitute for other adults who are in charge of children.

6.       

Serves as farm interpreter for visiting groups.

7.       

Provide on the job training as required for new employees.

8.       

Operate all equipment in a safe manner.

9.       

Check all systems (oil, water, fluids, etc) regularly of equipment being operated.

10.    

Be observant of surroundings at all times when operating equipment.

11.    

Be able to identify malfunctions in equipment and take appropriate action.

12.    

Participates in mowing grounds.

13.    

Schedules, supervises, and assists in planting, cultivating, pruning, and sowing of various trees, shrubs and seeds.

14.    

Clean school/camp grounds of trash and rubbish (Assigned acreage)

15.    

Determine need for use of fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides and administers or arranges for administration of same.

16.    

Observes all health hazards and warnings.

17.    

Confers with Principal and other parties in making plans for maintenance of their campus/school/farm.

18.    

Purchase supplies and equipment as needed.

19.    

Keep workshop stocked with supplies and appropriate spare parts.

20.    

Keep a neat workshop with sharp, clean tools in good working order stored in an organized fashion.

21.    

Keep a file of routine maintenance tasks, including task description, tools required, frequency and completion dates.

22.    

Keep records of non-routine maintenance tasks including cost estimates, schedule for completion and true costs.

23.    

Routinely inspect and see to necessary maintenance of all farm facilities.

24.    

Maintenance on buildings includes screens, windows, latches, light bulbs, HVAC filters, plumbing, electrical, floors, woodwork, roofs, paint, and all furniture and fixtures, fire extinguishers and smoke alarms.

25.    

In all maintenance procedures minimize cost and uphold a policy of preventive maintenance.

26.    

Be constantly on the alert for unsafe conditions and highest priority to correction.

27.    

Winterize all exterior plumbing and machinery whenever freezing conditions are predicted.

28.    

Follows the daily work schedule carefully and keeps busy.

29.    

Performs other tasks as assigned by the Camp Director.

30.    

Help with skilled trades when needed.

31.    

Move furniture, etc., when needed.

32.    

Assist in any emergency repair or clean up.

33.    

Monitor traffic and motor vehicle speed or campers.

34.    

During tornado warnings escort all campers to designated shelter areas.  In case of fire, dial 911 and gather all campers to appropriate area.

35.    

Confer and coordinate with any local, state and national agencies and organizations concerning projects.

36.    

Control populations of feral animals.

37.    

Contact proper authorities to handle trespassers and hunters.

38.    

As  mush as is practical control poison ivy and fire ants.

39.    

Become familiar with blueprints and contractors.

40.    

Assist with receiving materials.

41.    

Inspect contracted work.

        42.

Help with construction.

43.    

Complies with directions and instructions from supervisor and performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as related to the position and assigned.

44.    

Maintains positive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and others in the conduct of district business and demonstrates team work in daily activities.

45.    

Is prompt, timely, and thorough in completing assignments and attending to details accurately and efficiently.

46.    

Meets attendance standards and complies with notification procedures for absences.

47.    

Provides complete and accurate information in the conduct of district business.

48.    

Maintains confidentiality in the conduct of district business.

49.    

Complies with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

Ability to efficiently operate a front end loader, bull dozer, fork lift, backhoe, box blade, and tractor with mower, post hole digger or plow.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:  Reading; ability to perform basic arithmetic; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress.  Read operating instructions, blueprints and literature. 

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:  Must possess good physical dexterity and have the ability to lift fifty (50) pounds weight, walk five miles and work in outdoor extremes of heat, cold, and humidity. 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.Revised 10/99