Cattle Program Student Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title Cattle Program Student Assistant Position Type Student Division Academic Affairs Department Agriculture Essential Duties

• Work at the ASU MIR Center/Ranch with show cattle to include the daily care of, feeding, washing, and exercise of animals under the direct supervision of Allee Kirkey, Shelley New Cattle Program Coordinator and Assistant Ranch Manager.
• Maintain facilities related to the show barn.
• Prepare show cattle for exhibition.
• Report to Show Coordinator when show supplies are needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled student and registered for classes.
• Must have held a driver's license for 2 years and pass a driver approval background check.
• Expected to work some weekends, and travel to livestock shows.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Transportation to/from the ranch is needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background with general show cattle husbandry practices.
• Ability to fit and prepare show cattle prior to show (preferred, not required).
• Ability to clip show cattle.
• Ability to work well with others.

Physical Demands

Ability to pick up and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.

Ability to work standing, including heavy lifting, moving livestock, moving about on concrete, in pastures, fields, and livestock pens.

Ability to work with pesticides in an environment which includes exposure to dust, pollen, chemicals, foul odors, and extreme heat and cold.

Salary $12 an hour EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Number of Vacancies 2 Open Date 08/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

For more information, contact Allee Kirkey 512-667-5469.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Have you held a valid driver's license for 2 years?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you available to work in the evening (6 pm to 10 pm)?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you available to work weekends?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (Unofficial)
• List of References
• Other