A private family is seeking an experienced, positive, and team-oriented Farm Manager to oversee the maintenance and operations of an approximately 600-acre farm and waterfowl reserve located near Paducah, Kentucky, along the Mississippi and Ohio flyways. There will be a primary focus during waterfowl season (approximately November through January/February), when extended hours (including weekends) and an on-site presence are essential. During this period, the Farm Manager will work on a flexible five-day schedule. In the off-season, the role transitions to a more traditional Monday through Friday schedule with increased flexibility.
A strong passion for hunting, waterfowl operations/management, and service is key. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter who will independently manage day-to-day operations while maintaining clear and consistent communication with an out-of-state team.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee and manage all aspects of farming operations and crop production.
- General property management, including but not limited to, maintenance and care for all grounds and buildings, including two residences.
- Arranging and management of housekeeping, landscaping, irrigation, trash removal, pest control, maintenance of fences, roads, painting, and light construction.
- Extensive wildlife management, including but not limited to, preserving plant and wildlife habitat, plant and sustain Spring/Fall food-plots, predator management, maintaining game cameras and melting equipment.
- Repair and maintenance of all property equipment, including hunting gear and equipment, vehicles and associated small tools/equipment.
- Manage and oversee all property and household and farm staff.
- Assist principals and their guests while on-site.
- Available to work long, extended hours and weekends as necessary, particularly during hunting season.
- Assist with tagging birds and bird cleaning.
- Work alongside and supervise any sub-contractors and vendors.
- Develop and maintain relationships with neighbors, vendors, and wildlife departments to ensure a positive working relationship.
- Maintain effective and constant communication with the Director of Operations to share both important and weekly updates.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as requested by Principals and Sr. Staff.
Job Requirements and Skillset
- Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management, Biology-related degree, or a minimum of five years of experience working in a similar field.
- Excellent references required from both current (if possible) and previous employers.
- Initiative-taker with a flexible and proactive approach.
- Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment.
- A team-player with a positive and consistent commitment to collaboration and high-quality work.
- Reliable, dependable, and comfortable executing tasks and projects independently and without constant supervision.
- Professional, organized, resourceful and an excellent verbal and written communicator.
- Strong problem solving and time management skills.
- Able to work long, extended hours (including weekends) during hunting season.
- Successfully complete reference check process and in-depth background investigation, including a cyber/social media risk evaluation.
- Must have valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record. Must have own personal vehicle.
- Legally able to work within the United States for any employer.
Pay: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
