Updated: about 16 hours ago
Location: Clay Center, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
Position Information
Position Information
| Working Title | Cattle Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE) |
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| Department | USMARC-0937 |
| Requisition Number | S_250316 |
| Posting Open Date | 04/22/2025 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 05/05/2025 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) is a 34,000-acre facility located near Clay Center, NE. The work performed at USMARC supports research that is focused on solving high priority problems for the U.S. beef cattle, sheep, and swine industries. As a Cattle Ranch Hand, you will:
Position requires irregular hours and work in inclement weather. Travel between pastures and facilities required. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I. In the livestock industry, this position is sometimes referred to as a herdsman or cowboy. At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace—it’s the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ . |
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| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes |
| Physical Required | Yes |
| Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
| Posted Salary | $18.00/hr minimum |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Sheila Trampe, sheila.trampe@usda.gov |
| Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
| Work Location (City, State) | Clay Center, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
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