Ranch Property Manager

Position Summary
The Ranch Property Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and overall management of a ranch property. This role ensures the property is well-maintained, efficiently operated, and aligned with the owner’s goals, whether agricultural, recreational, or residential.

Key Responsibilities

• Property Oversight
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the ranch, including land, facilities, and infrastructure
  • Conduct routine inspections to ensure property is in excellent condition
  • Coordinate repairs and maintenance of buildings, fences, roads, and equipment
• Land & Livestock Management
  • Oversee grazing, pasture rotation, irrigation, and land use practices
  • Supervise livestock care (feeding, health monitoring, breeding coordination if applicable)
  • Work with veterinarians, farriers, and agricultural specialists as needed
• Staff Supervision
  • Hire, train, and manage ranch hands and other staff
  • Schedule work assignments and ensure tasks are completed efficiently
  • Maintain a safe and productive work environment
• Equipment & Inventory Management
  • Maintain and operate ranch equipment (tractors, trucks, tools, etc.)
  • Track inventory of feed, supplies, and materials
  • Coordinate purchasing and vendor relationships
• Financial & Administrative Duties
  • Assist with budgeting and expense tracking
  • Maintain records related to livestock, crops, maintenance, and operations
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Security & Stewardship
  • Monitor property security and access
  • Promote sustainable land management and conservation practices
  • Respond to emergencies such as weather events, fires, or animal health issues

Qualifications

• Proven experience in ranch management, agriculture, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of livestock care, land management, and equipment operation
• Leadership and team management skills
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment
• Familiarity with budgeting and record-keeping
• Valid driver’s license 

Preferred Skills

• Experience with irrigation systems and water management
• Knowledge of fencing, welding, or construction
• Understanding of sustainable or regenerative agriculture practices
• Ability to operate heavy machinery

Working Conditions

• Primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Physically demanding work, including lifting, walking, and operating machinery
• May require irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $55,000 – $70,000 annually, depending on experience
• Additional benefits may include vehicle use, utilities, or performance bonuses