• Miller Farm Operations Support Specialist

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Miller Farm Operations Support Specialist

    Posting Summary

    The UVM Paul Miller Research Complex is hiring a full time Farm Operations Support Specialist to help with oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Miller Farm. This position has a specific focus on supporting the Miller Farm’s dairy operation, and works collaboratively with the Head Herdsman and the Field and Farmyard specialist. Duties include maintaining the grounds, helping promote a safe and healthy work, learning, and research environment for the university and visitors to the farm. This position also provides support to UVM CREAM students during moving animals between barn and milking parlor, oversight of milking practices and procedures, feeding, animal health checks, and barn cleaning, and works collaboratively with other members of the Miller Farm Staff to ensure farm operations run smoothly.

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    Demonstrated knowledge of heavy equipment operation, including farm tractors, front-end loaders, skid steers, and experience pulling trailers, wagons, and farm implements using 3-point hitch, drawbar, and power take-off. 1-3 years of experience working with Dairy cows, and comfort working around large breed animals.

     

    Initial employment is contingent upon successful completion of physical screening and a background check. Must be able to work independently to complete scheduled activities. Must have a valid Vermont driver’s license or the ability to obtain. Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally. Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Experience working with large animals in a farm environment, in particular on dairies or equine operations. Experience working with college students in an academic environment is also desirable. General understanding of farm equipment maintenance, or a willingness to learn, to become an expert in general equipment maintenance and repair.

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $20-$24/hr

    Other Information

    + This position is expected to work 40 hours per week, but may require some overtime based on the farming operations.

    + The Miller Farm is expected to be staffed 5 am to 5 pm, but work outside of standard business hours may be expected. Specific work schedule will be determined at the time of hire.

     

    Special Conditions Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), 40 hour work week, Weekend work required, Bargaining Unit Position - United Electrical Workers, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position, A post-offer pre-employment (POPE test) physical examination is required

     

    FLSA Non-Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UE ($18.50 minimum hourly rate)

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location South Burlington, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 09/23/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Animal Care OC2 N

     

    Posting Number S5759PO

     

    Department Plant & Animal Biology Fclty/51060

     

    Position Number 016398

     

    Percent of Full-Time 1.0

     

    Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 40

     

    Term (months per year) 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

     

    Optional Documents