at University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, United States
Job Description
CAFE Director of Operations and Finance
Posting Number: SP004910P
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Location: Off Campus Location - Rupert, Idaho
Posting Context Statement:
U of I is proud to address problems of global importance through the Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment. The 2,000-cow dairy brings together animal and agronomic agriculture in a research environment representative of Idahos dairy and allied industries to solve complex issues around environmental sustainability. This role will lead the finance and operating decisions for the dairy and ensure sound operating practices.
Position Overview:
The CAFE Director of Operations and Finance oversees total dairy operations including: cows, feed, employees and equipment. It is also the responsibility of the position to monitor the daily activities to ensure quality at all levels.
Duties may include:
- Oversee and manage all daily operations of a growing dairy, including herd health, reproduction, milking, staffing and facility management
- Ensure high standards of animal welfare, operational efficiency, biosecurity and regulatory compliance
- Lead and support a team of dairy staff through effective hiring, scheduling, training and performance oversight
- Manage feed inventories and procurement and make strategic decisions to support production and animal nutrition
- Direct and manage the dairys financial and operational strategy, including managing budgets and feed procurement, performance tracking, benchmarking against industry standards and ensuring efficient growth, planning and compliance with administrative requirements
- Manage advisory boards and committees and internal and external communications for Idaho CAFE
- Review and improve operating efficiencies by tracking operating policies, metrics, processes, procedures, organizational controls and systems
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Five years managing a dairy of comparable or larger size (one thousand head or larger)
- Experience managing crop production and dairy byproduct application
- Experience in a management position overseeing staff
- Experience operating heavy machinery
Required Education:
- None
Required Other:
- Ability to respond to emergency calls outside business hours, including evenings and weekends
- Possess a valid drivers license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
- Ability to travel
Additional Preferred:
- Bachelors Degree in dairy science or agricultural background
- Understanding of basic research principles and design
- Experience hedging commodities to manage risk
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 80 pounds
- Ability to work in inclement weather
Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $100,006.40 or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE: 1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain
Posting Date: 06/17/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by July 1, 2025, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather Biersner at hbiersner@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/48522
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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