Farm & Ranch Management Instructor

Type of Position:

Faculty – Non‑Tenure

No

Regular

Not Specified

No

University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB)

UACCB is a comprehensive community college committed to providing affordable educational opportunities. It offers technical education, college transfer programs, adult education, and customized business training to serve the community.

Dean of Health Professions

The Farm and Ranch Management (FARM) Instructor is a faculty position dedicated to providing high‑quality academic and technical training on a 250+ acre working farm. The instructor utilizes the farm as a “hands‑on” classroom to prepare students for careers in agriculture and related industries. The focus is modern farm and ranch operations, blending precision agriculture with regenerative practices. Beyond instruction, the position is essential for curriculum development, student learning assessment, and engagement with industry partners to align educational programs with current needs.

• 75 % Instruction – Deliver high‑quality instruction, develop and assess student learning outcomes, use LMS across platforms, maintain a safe learning environment.
• 15 % Student Retention and Recruitment – Implement retention strategies, hold office hours, lead recruitment activities in community and high schools.
• 5 % Industry Alignment – Build relationships with industry partners, keep curriculum current with workforce needs.
• 5 % Professional Development and College Service – Pursue professional development, participate in governance, serve on Program Advisory Committees, engage in community service.

• Livestock and Poultry Management – animal health, nutrition, breeding cycles, biosecurity.
• Crop and Forage Production – seed selection, weed control, nutrient management.
• Regenerative Farming – sustainable practices, soil health, no‑till.
• Precision Agriculture – GPS guidance, field mapping, data‑driven planting and fertilizing.

• Applied Instruction – Demonstrate concepts and coach students in the field.
• Equipment Operation – Safely operate modern farm machinery, teach maintenance and use of technology.
• Ag‑Software Proficiency – Use farm management software and mobile apps to track records.
• Safety Leadership – Instill a “safety‑first” mindset.

• Problem Solving – Adapt teaching plans to farm realities.
• Clear Communication – Explain the “why” behind practices.
• Collaboration – Coordinate with the Farm Manager on student activities.
• Community Connection – Build relationships for internships and jobs.

• High‑school diploma with at least seven years of documented farming/ranching experience with operational responsibility, OR associate’s degree or higher in agriculture with at least four years of documented farming/ranching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use technology in teaching.

• Associate’s degree or higher in agriculture or a closely related field.
• Teaching experience in higher education (community college) or corporate training.

$50,000–$60,000

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• List of three professional references (name, email, business title)
• Resume
• Unofficial/Official transcript(s)

• License or certificate (see special instructions)
• Proof of veteran status

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Human Resources – hr

• Criminal background check
• Motor vehicle reports check
• Sex offender registry

UACCB is an equal‑opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in education programs or activities on the basis of any protected category. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant:
Hearing, manipulate items with fingers (keyboarding), sitting, standing, talking, walking.
Frequent:
Crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping.
Occasional:
Balancing, climbing, crawling, feeling, lifting.

Yes