Job Posting Title

Institutional Farms Manager

Agency

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Supervisory Organization

DOC Agri Svcs/JBCC

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

April 22, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Level I: $45,346.96
Level II: $48,067.78
Level III: $51,007.92

Job Description

Basic Purpose:  

Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities involving directing the operations of farm and/or livestock programs, or food production and/or processing programs at a correctional institution.  

 

Typical Functions:  

• Plans and supervises the work of inmates in soil preparation, planting, cultivation, irrigation, harvesting and storing of field crops and produce; supervises the operation and maintenance of farm machinery.  

• Supervises an equine management program for inmates.  

• Inspects gardens, fields and orchards and recommends crop rotation, soil conditioners and materials used; estimates and plans for the seed and fertilizer needs of the farm.  

• Orders and supervises the grinding and mixing of feed and the watering and feeding of livestock.  

• Maintains herd health according to established standards and performs routine veterinary work.  

• Supervises and participates in animal slaughtering, processing, packaging, inventory control, and distribution of food products.  

• Inspects barns and facilities; supervises cleaning and sanitation and makes minor repairs as needed; orders materials and equipment as req