Glenlea Research Station

Faculty of Agricultural & Food Sciences

Position number: 28951

Date posted: March 10, 2026

Advertised until: March 24, 2026

##Job details

Operations Manager - Level 8 (EMAPS)

Continuing Full-Time

Full-time:

Yes

Permanent:

Yes

Work schedule:

40 hours/week (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

Salary:

$41.63 to $66.60 per hour ($86,582.02 - $138,531.23 per annum)

Expected Start Date

April 27, 2026

Trial/Probation period:

2080 hours worked

For more information please contact: Ajibola Akindipe - ajibola.akindipe@umanitoba.ca

##Qualifications

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Agribusiness or other relevant degree (M.Sc. preferred) with extensive knowledge of current management of livestock and crop production enterprises in a research environment is required.
• Must have a valid Manitoba Driver’s License and means of reaching the Station.

EXPERIENCE:

• More than 5 years of experience in an agricultural business, particularly livestock management with a minimum of three years in a leadership role requiring responsibility for budget, financial planning, project management and human resource oversight is required.
• Financial and biological analysis and understanding of livestock and crop production systems, as well as public oriented research and education/outreach facilities is required.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Competency with computers required and experience using spreadsheets, word processing and record keeping programs. Knowledge of Aurora, VIP, EPIC and Concur would be an asset.
• Knowledge of proper maintenance of agricultural equipment and facilities is required.
• Knowledge and experience with correct livestock handling techniques and familiarity with the recommended codes of practice for care and handling of farm animals is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge about current farm practices and the application of modern technology to various farm operations including cropping and livestock is required.
• Knowledge of livestock research and management of projects is required.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to organize human and physical resources effectively and efficiently and to deal fairly and congenially with people is required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a changing environment.
• Develop and maintain key internal and external partnerships is required.
• Ability to be an innovator and solve problems is required.
• Must be able to plan, provide strong analysis and to make sound decisions.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

OTHER JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding and application of the role of university facilities focused to meet the research/teaching/outreach needs of the Faculty.
• Highly knowledgeable about application of modern technology to various farm operations including cropping and livestock.
• Adequate physical condition for lifting, carrying and handling heavy objects up to 40 kg.
• Must be free of allergies to dander, dust, odours and ammonia.

##Key responsibilities

• Maintains a safe and healthy work and learning environment including training and compliance with appropriate health and safety procedures and whole-farm biosecurity protocols to protect human health, feed and food safety and animal health.
• Mentors, motivates, leads and evaluates staff members.
• Leads the unit and is accountable for all decisions, including but not limited to staff acquisitions, dismissals, disciplinary actions, professional development and training.
• Ensures standard operating procedures are developed, current and followed.
• Sets the optimal organizational structures and staffing levels to meet research, education and outreach goals effectively and efficiently while staying within budgetary constraints.
• Develops and nurtures a respectful and safe work and learning environment where employee job satisfaction within efficient and effective job performance is a valued asset.
• Ensures that competent and qualified incumbents exist in all positions.
• Maintains accurate job descriptions of all positions
• Evaluates and records the performance of staff members and provides regular feedback to ensure objectives are met.
• Recommends staff complement increases or decreases to ensure the staff complement supports operational and strategic goals while maintaining safety and animal care.
• Ensures appropriate orientation and training is offered and recorded for new and as needed, to existing staff members.
• Develops and enforces accountability measures.
• Develops and manages operational plans for the Glenlea Research Station (GRS).
• Resolves internal and external conflicts; seeking guidance from appropriate offices as needed.
• Initiates and follows through Progressive Discipline Process in consultation with the Dean and Human Resource department.
• Consults with and advises the Dean on short- and long-term strategic visions for operating, upgrading and maintaining the Glenlea Research Station as a state-of-the-art complementary facility to meet research, education and outreach needs of the Faculty and the University.
• Work with Physical Plant and Animal Care Office on maintenance of facilities.
• Coordination of staff, facilities and equipment to meet operational, research, education and outreach needs
• Liaises with agriculture industries to maintain knowledge of new technologies and advances in agriculture practice and encourage participation with activities at GRS.
• Ensures inventories of crops, feeds, and livestock are current and determines limits in relation to research/instructional needs, offsetting operational budget and available resources.
• Facilitates, organizes and conducts Station related instructional activities in GRS classrooms, Farm & Food Discovery Centre and facilities.
• Advises the Dean of Station requirements for the up-coming fiscal year and administration of budgets.
• Consults with units and facility supervisors, appropriate department heads or designates, researchers and Administrative Assistants to accomplish this effectively.
• Requests regularly scheduled budget reviews, conducts financial analysis and submits reports.
• Proposes recommendations for improved and/or innovative procedures, consistent with program goals and faculty objectives to enhance operating efficiency and revenue, striving to meet projections and to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Oversees preparation of semi-annual reports of activities, costs of operations and financial analysis for use by the Faculty and to facilitate benchmarking and future planning.
• Seek out new funding opportunities, endowment funds, Research Support Funds and grants where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

##Additional information

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