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Working TitleECRC Ranch Operations Coordinator

Position LocationAkron, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202501511AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week0

Proposed Annual Salary Range$15.00-$17.00

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/27/2025

Description of Work Unit

CSU’s Department of Animal Sciences’ Eastern Colorado Research Center, located in Akron, Colorado, is a ranch consisting of 3,760 acres which was purchased by Colorado State University in 1952. The present facilities consist of more than 35 fenced pastures of native and seeded rangeland, 22 feedlot pens with 640 feet of bunkspace, enclosed working facilities with chute and scales for working and weighing the livestock. The Eastern Colorado Research Center is located midway between Akron and Sterling and is part of a network of 8 research centers (9 sites) overseen by the College of Agricultural Sciences throughout the state.

The Department of Animal Sciences has the unique mission of serving Colorado’s large and diverse livestock industries. Research, teaching and extension outreach activities in the Department of Animal Sciences focus on developing industry leaders and improving profitable production of horses and food animals through the application of science and technology, resource management and food product enhancement, with emphasis on addressing societal issues concerning food safety, product quality and value, animal care and management, and environmental impacts of animal agriculture.

Position Summary

Ranch office operations, including accounting, research data and record maintenance, office management and maintenance, and HR liaison for new hires paperwork and hourly timesheet verification/submission with payroll.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or highly relevant field OR

+ Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years job relevant specialized experience/training/ certifications OR

+ Associate’s degree in Business, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or highly relevant field plus two (2) years job relevant specialized experience/training/certifications OR

+ Associate’s degree plus four (4) years job relevant specialized experience/training/ certifications OR

+ Six years job-relevant specialized experience/training/certifications

+ Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal)

+ Experience using MS Office Suite (specifically email, word, Excel)

+ Ability to learn specialized applications quickly

+ Familiarity with livestock operations

+ Experience interpreting and applying practices, policies, regulations or other guidelines

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryAccounting

Duty/Responsibility

Ensure compliance with and proper accounting of research funds from AES , external agencies and/or private customers. Maintain accounting records. Develop and monitor budgets and prepare financial reports. Specific duties include:

+ Track transactions/costs and enter into each owner’s invoice specific data such as;

+ processing records and numbers

+ veterinary/doctor expenses and records

+ end-feeding gains and final results

+ Process payments and deposits

+ Initiate P-Card purchases with related justification and receipt documentation; and

+ Track and report vehicle mileage.

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryResearch Data and Record Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

Create, update, and monitor project record-keeping data systems. Compile data and prepare reports. Determine best method to efficiently and effectively gather, input, and maintain cattle data. Data includes: calving; breeding (who bred, bull, pregnancy check results), and breeding percentages.

Utilizing Cattlemax-input above data and maintain records (and related invoices) by:

+ Tracking numbers and class of cattle in each pasture;

+ Tracking feedlot numbers: cattle coming in/out and deaths;

+ Sorting weight files and combining into a spreadsheet for each owner to track rate of gain; and

+ Developing new forms to record data as needed.

Percentage Of Time35

Job Duty CategoryOffice Administration

Duty/Responsibility

+ Provide administrative support to Manager.

+ Identify and procure project equipment and supplies.

+ Establish and maintain inventory systems.

+ Maintain organized and clean office space.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryHR Liaison

Duty/Responsibility

Manage project human resources functions:

+ Responsible for new hire paperwork and hourly bi-weekly timesheet verification/submission for payroll.

Percentage Of Time5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must submit no later then 10/20/25:

+ Cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications of the position.

+ A current resume.

+ 3Contact information for three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License

Search ContactLaura Bonner, [email protected]

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents