Job Description
Job Description The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University's Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! JOB TITLE: Work Study Farm and Ranch Worker - Rodeo
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION: Please provide information about the goals/services your area provides. Management skills of farm and ranch, livestock handling, equipment operation. Working with others. Problem solving and utilizing resources to overcome challenges.
What type of clients are served in your department (education majors, all students, faculty, staff)? UW Rodeo Student Athletes, Coaches, College of Ag Faculty and Staff, LREC Employees
Does your department/area provide community services with the goal to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve a particular problem related to those residents' needs? No
Job location: Hansen Arena/LREC Laramie
Pay rate or range: $15/hour
JOB PURPOSE: Assist feeding/doctoring livestock and Facility maintenance
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Weekend Feed Crew, Skid Steer Operator - sort, doctor and feed livestock. Run skid steer to clean animal housing. Fix and repair fence and other facility needs.
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education :
- Current UW Student who qualifies for a Work Study Award
- Experience: Livestock handling experience, equipment experience, drive and back up truck and trailer
- Other requirements: Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Ability to handle livestock
- Ability to operate equipment
- Ability to Problem Solve
- Ability to utilize resources to overcome challenges
EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS APPLICABLE TO CAREERS: Learn management of farm and ranch, livestock handling, equipment operation. Working with others. Problem solving and utilizing resources to overcome challenges.
REQUIRED MATERIALS: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter and resume.
HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit University of Wyoming
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