Manager, Biosecurity & Swine Operations

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Job Title:

Manager, Biosecurity & Swine Operations

Department:

FAES | Dean-VP Operating

As part of the College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) team, the Biosecurity & Swine Operations Manager leads the development and enforcement of comprehensive biosecurity protocols across the Waterman Multispecies Animal Learning Complex Dairy and manages a small swine farrow-to-finish production facility supporting reaching, research and Extension programs. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this role provides important oversight for biosecurity and swine operations.

This role ensures the prevention and control of infectious diseases affecting various species, including but not limited to swine, poultry, cattle (beef and dairy), and small ruminants (sheep and goats). The manager serves on the Biosecurity Advisory Committee and collaborates with veterinary staff, operations teams, and regulatory agencies to maintain high standards of animal health, staff safety, and regulatory compliance. The Biosecurity & Swine Operations manager will foster a collaborative team environment across the MALC and Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory, promoting effective communication, shared accountability, and alignment of operational goals to support integrated farm management.

Key Responsibilities

Biosecurity Leadership

• Design and implement species-specific biosecurity SOPs for swine, poultry, cattle, and small ruminants in collaboration with managers for each animal unit.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for disease prevention.
• Coordinate review and approval of biosecurity – related animal care/SMPs with Biosecurity Advisory Committee, managers, and clinical veterinarians.
• Monitor compliance of employees and visitors with entry/exit protocols, quarantine procedures, and sanitation standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and personnel practices.
• Maintain detailed records of biosecurity incidents, audits, and corrective actions. Coordinate with veterinarians and external agencies on disease surveillance and diagnostics.
• Lead emergency response planning and outbreak management.
• Serve as primary contact for IACUC recommendations and regulatory inspections with oversight from the Assistant Director.
• Collaborate with Associate Dean for Operations, Chair of Animal Sciences and supervisor Assistant Director to facilitate Biosecurity Advisory Committee (BAC) meetings and promote a culture of accountability.
• Provide ongoing education on emerging disease threats and best practices.
• Develop and maintain contingency plans for disease outbreaks and biosecurity breaches in collaboration with Biosecurity Advisory Committee and staff team. ​

Swine Production Management & Operational Oversight

• Oversee breeding, farrowing, weaning, nursery, and finishing stages.
• ​Monitor herd health, feed conversion, weight gain, and productivity.
• ​Coordinate logistics for marketing and shipment of market-ready hogs.
• ​Maintain accurate records of breeding, farrowing, mortality, and performance metrics