Farm Cattle Technician II

Job Announcement: HR2025:38
Position Title: Farm Cattle Technician II
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Perdido River Farms
Division: Natural Resources and Agriculture
Immediate Supervisor: Director-PRF
Department Director: Director-PRF
Employment Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Regular Full–Time
Mandatory Reporter: No
Background Check Required: Yes (child-sensitive)**
Opening Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Overview
In our hourly positions, we look for dedicated individuals who value respect, take pride in accountability, and embrace a culture of collaboration and excellence. As an integral part of our team, you will contribute to a positive and supportive environment where every effort is appreciated, and every role is essential. Your commitment to upholding our values and maintaining a strong work ethic will help us achieve shared success.

Primary Objectives
The Cattle Technician II is a key line-level position responsible for management and supervision of stocker calves and cow-calf daily operations.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for supervision and leadership of farm workers in the cattle operation of the farm in the absence of the Director-PRF.
• Applies animal husbandry practices, including the application of medication, vaccinations, or insecticides as appropriate, castrating, and branding for 900+ herd.
• Assists with worming and administering medicine for the cattle.
• Assists in tagging newborn calves with information tags.
• Assists in preparing the cattle for sale.
• Examines animals to detect diseases and injuries; assists in birth deliveries.
• Selects and breeds animals according to knowledge of animals’ genealogy, characteristics, and offspring.
• Feeds, waters, and maintains cattle on a routine daily basis.
• Performs minor repair work on fences, buildings, and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment for operational readiness.
• Operates tractors and other machinery deemed necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate person.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Six (6) years’ verifiable employment experience in leading cattle production operation required.
• Experience in management of large cattle herds and stocker calf operations required.
• Must have knowledge of general medications and vaccinations.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines. Class A CDL preferred.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Core Competencies Required

• Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.
• Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

• The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other voluntarily insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with matching, bonuses, and COLA increase.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.