Sheep Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website Please see Special Instructions for more details. Position Information Working Title Working Title Sheep Ranch Hand (Clay Center, NE) Department Department USMARC-0937 Requisition Number Requisition Number S_260644 Posting Open Date Posting Open Date 08/10/2026 Application Review Date Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/19/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Description of Work The U.S. Meat Animal Research Center ( USMARC ) is a 34,000-acre facility 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 Sheep Ranch Hand, you will: Be responsible for care of livestock to include feeding, observation, and treatment of sheep population. Service and maintain equipment and buildings in the sheep facilities. Maintain the sanitation of sheep facilities. Irregular hours and work in inclement weather is required. Ability to travel between locations onsite is required. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Ag Research Technician I. In the livestock industry, this position may be referred to as a herdsman or shepherd. About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education Robust retirement plans with university match The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Minimum Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of ranch/farm experience required. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Precision, accuracy and attention to detail necessary. Knowledge of farm machinery and equipment operation necessary. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driving requirements. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with sheep and other livestock preferred but not required. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes Physical Required Physical Required Yes Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. 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 Criminal History Background Check Required Yes Job Category (old) Job Category (old) Office/Service Job Type Job Type Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Work Location (City, State) Work Location (City, State) Clay Center, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date If Temporary, indicate end date Planned Hire Date: Planned Hire Date: Appointment End Date Appointment End Date Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please describe your experience with agriculture, farming, or ranching, including both paid employment and unpaid experience (e.g., work on family operations). Please specify the number of years of experience you have in this field. (Open Ended Question) #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Nebraska–Lincoln