Farm Worker Malone Farm - Potomac State (Keyser)

Description

Potomac State College (WVU Keyser), part of the West Virginia University system of campuses, located in Keyser, WV is seeking applications for a Farm Worker.

About the Opportunity

As a member of the PSC farm staff, this position will work with the Malone Farm Manager in feeding cattle, tasks involved with grazing management, field crop management, equipment maintenance, and care of farm facilities. This position will report directly to the PSC Malone Farm Manager and the PSC Director of Farms. This position will be responsible for all activities necessary for nutritional, health, housing, and production management of our beef production enterprises, consistent with the standards established and monitored by the Animal Care and Use Committee (ACUC), Environmental Health and Safety and Bio-security guidelines. This position will assist in other farm activities as needed on any PSC farm and will assist in academic lab preparation.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including :

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays ( staff holiday calendar )
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service ( employee leave )
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What you'll do :

Cooperate with instructors to coordinate lab activities and classes.

Pay Grade : 11

Work hours : 8 : 00 am - 4 : 00 pm

Qualifications

General livestock and cattle production experience

All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Physical Requirements :

Requirements

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

Job Posting

: Nov 14, 2025

Posting Classification : Classified

Exemption Status : Non-Exempt

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Schedule

: Full-time