What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Superintendent - Rogers Farm position at University of Maine?
The incumbent in this position is responsible for managing the agricultural and associated operations of the Rogers Farm in Old Town, Maine. The farm provides facilities and staff support for research directed by faculty scientists of the University Experiment Station, instructional and experimental programs for students in agriculture, and some educational programs of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. The incumbent is responsible for arranging and conducting field and other farm work, as well as arranging and conducting equipment and infrastructure management (maintenance, repairs, and replacement). Typical hiring range for this position is $52,000 to $54,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here .
Qualifications:
Required:
- Typically has the education associated with a B.S. degree in agriculture or related field and at least five years of relevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in farm operation and farm management experience with crop, and forage management.
- Demonstrated experience in supervising farm workers.
- Experience with farm equipment and infrastructure maintenance.
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems and overcome challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to develop financial budgets and administer financial resources.
- Ability to respond to security issues within one hour.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of conditions, including heat, cold, dust, mud, and snow.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have a valid Maine Class B driver’s license or obtain one within 60 days of employment.
- Must also have a valid Maine commercial/master pesticide applicator’s license with a demonstration and research category endorsement or obtain one within 60 days of employment.
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on March 6, 2025.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Lee Hecker at lee.hecker@maine.edu or 207-581-3202..
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.
Salary : $52,000 - $54,000
