Farm Manager

Farm Manager

General Job Summary:

This is a full-time position located on the Emmetsburg Campus College Farm. Primary responsibilities include oversight of and/or participation in activities on the farm including:  livestock, crops, equipment maintenance, budget, supplies, and supervision of farm staff. Includes some evening and weekend work.


Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.


Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum of three years of successful farm operation experience including crops and livestock is required. An Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree in an Agriculture field preferred. Possess or be willing to obtain Public Applicator License. Possess or be willing to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Employee will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to attend Safety Meetings and other work related training.


Salary:  $60,225 for a 260-day contract


Benefits: Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Employee health, dental, and vision insurance. Partially funded family insurance available. Employee life and disability insurance. Employee retirement package.


Application Process:

The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:


  • Employment Application form
  • Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)
  • A letter addressing your qualifications for the position
  • A resume
  • A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring


Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.


 Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. View complete job description and application at www.iowalakes.edu/employment. Contact Lynn Miller at lmmiller@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334. EEO/AA Employer

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : High School

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