Director of Farm Services

About the role

The Director of Farm Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Governor Bill and Vara Daniel Farm and Ranch at Prairie View A&M University. This senior position ensures the farm operates as a modern, efficient, safe, and mission‑aligned enterprise that supports research, teaching, extension, and community outreach.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the farm’s strategic plan aligned with the College of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources mission.
• Oversee integrated farm systems including crop production, livestock operations, greenhouse facilities, and natural resource management.
• Manage equipment, infrastructure, budgeting, and grant‑funded projects.
• Supervise and evaluate farm personnel, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, extension specialists, students, industry partners, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, federal regulations, and sustainability standards.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Science, or a related field.
• Significant experience managing large, diversified agricultural operations.
• Proven leadership and staff management abilities.
• Strong understanding of research‑based farming, extension programming, and stakeholder engagement.

Required skills

• Crop production management
• Livestock husbandry and health management
• Greenhouse and controlled‑environment agriculture
• Natural resource and soil conservation practices
• Equipment procurement, maintenance, and budgeting
• Personnel supervision and performance evaluation

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant academic environment supporting research and student learning.
• Access to university resources and collaboration with leading faculty and industry partners.