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5NR Operating LLC

Ranch Associate

Chesaw, WA · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Cattle: Scottish Highland Cattle * Goats: New Zealand / American Kiko goats * Sheep: Dorper ... Experienced candidates could be slotted into a future Ranch Manager position. Ideal candidates ...

Simplot Company

Range Cowboy 1 Cow Calf

Grasmere, ID

SummarySupports the Ranch Manager and Staff Veterinarian in the daily care, health management, and handling of range cattle within cow-calf operations. Performs a variety of livestock, pasture, and ...

Urus

Seedstock Cattle Supervisor

Meriden, WY · On-site

Oversee all seedstock cattle operations, including feeding, processing, data collection, and inventory management. * Execute cattle processing activities such as sorting, tagging, measuring, and ...

AgSource

Seedstock Cattle Supervisor

Meriden, WY · On-site

Oversee all seedstock cattle operations, including feeding, processing, data collection, and inventory management. * Execute cattle processing activities such as sorting, tagging, measuring, and ...

Warren CAT

Ranch Hand

Brownwood, TX

$14.25 - $19/hr

Perform ranch duties which may include fence repair, clearing pastures and working cattle. * Special specific projects as assigned by the Ranch Manager * Other duties may be assigned. WHAT YOU'LL ...

AgSource

Seedstock Cattle Supervisor

Meriden, WY · On-site

Oversee all seedstock cattle operations, including feeding, processing, data collection, and inventory management. * Execute cattle processing activities such as sorting, tagging, measuring, and ...

Warren CAT

Ranch Hand

Brownwood, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Perform ranch duties which may include fence repair, clearing pastures and working cattle. * Special specific projects as assigned by the Ranch Manager * Other duties may be assigned. WHAT YOU'LL ...

Three Forks Ranch

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Savery, WY · On-site

$20 - $27.25/hr

Three Forks Ranch also operates a separate working cattle ranch complete with progressive management and excellent cattle handling and farm production facilities. Who We Are: Our people are the heart ...

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How much do cattle ranch manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for cattle ranch manager in the United States is $54,276.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $67,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cattle Ranch Manager job?

A Cattle Ranch Manager oversees the daily operations of a cattle ranch, ensuring livestock health, pasture management, and overall farm efficiency. Responsibilities include feeding, breeding, healthcare, hiring and managing ranch hands, and maintaining equipment. They also handle financial planning, budgeting, and compliance with agricultural regulations. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and knowledge of cattle and pasture management are essential for success in this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Cattle Ranch Manager?

A Cattle Ranch Manager typically oversees all aspects of herd care, including feeding, health monitoring, breeding, and pasture rotation. Daily responsibilities can also include supervising ranch hands, maintaining equipment and facilities, managing supply inventories, and keeping detailed records for regulatory compliance. Collaboration with veterinarians, suppliers, and sometimes buyers is common, alongside planning for seasonal challenges like calving or drought. The role requires adaptability, as priorities may shift based on weather, livestock needs, and market trends, making each day varied and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cattle Ranch Manager position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Cattle Ranch Manager, a candidate needs expertise in livestock management, pasture maintenance, animal health, and agricultural business operations, often backed by a degree in animal science or agriculture. Familiarity with ranch management software, budgeting tools, and certifications such as beef quality assurance are valuable assets. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are important soft skills for managing teams and coordinating daily operations. These skills ensure efficient ranch operations, healthy livestock, and sustained profitability in a dynamic agricultural environment.

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Infographic showing various Cattle Ranch Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 79% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Nights, and 9% Summer. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,276 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Ranch Associate

5NR Operating LLC

Chesaw, WA • On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

  • Starting salary - $50,000-75,000/year
  • Full time employment – start as soon as possible.
  • Potential for annual pay raises based on regular performance reviews
  • Paid vacation
  • Sick leave
  • Housing not provided
  • Town of Chesaw, Washington
  • Housing likely available within 40 minutes of ranch
  • Chesaw – 0 minutes commute
  • Oroville – 30 minutes commute
  • Osoyoos, BC (Canada) - 40 minutes
  • Tonasket – 40 minutes commute
  • Over 1,000 acres located in the north central highlands of Okanogan County
  • Topography is a mix of heavily wooded timber and grasslands
  • Elevations range from 2,800’-3,500’
  • Cattle: Scottish Highland Cattle
  • Goats: New Zealand / American Kiko goats
  • Sheep: Dorper/Katahdin cross
  • Horses: use for work with the livestock
  • Practice regenerative agriculture and organic farming/ranching practices
  • Improve quality of soil to capture carbon and promote biodiversity
  • High stock density grazing practices to regenerate the land and produce highest quality meats
  • 100% grass-fed livestock
  • Aggressively grow livestock counts through on-farm breeding and acquisitions
  • Utilize 100% of timber deadfall for mulching/composting and firewood
  • No task/job is better or worse than another task/job – we value everyone’s contributions equally

No experience needed but certainly a plus. Experienced candidates could be slotted into a future Ranch Manager position. Ideal candidates would be positive-thinking, self-motivated, hard-working, mentally tough / resilient, and maintain a positive outlook. We will train employees all required tasks, but we are also seeking candidates that can be innovative and help us continuously improve our processes and systems. We are also looking for candidates that are open to trying to new tasks and take on new challenges. Candidates need to maintain a positive attitude whether they are performing highly skilled tasks or working on the side of a hill moving livestock. Position will be physically demanding and almost entirely outdoors – we are not looking for indoor/office employees.

Priority Tasks

  • Grazing season: Move livestock daily to new paddocks which involves setting up series of temporary electric fences and interacting with the livestock. Provide water to livestock with portable water system. Mulching/composting. Upgrading and expanding permanent fencing solutions.
  • Winter months: Hay operations, calving/kidding, marketing/sales, facility upgrades. Collect deadfall for mulching/composting and firewood.

Additional Tasks / Projects (based on candidate’s experience and farm needs)

  • Market analysis, customer acquisition, and sales.
  • Obtain certifications – grass-fed, regenerative, and organic.
  • Soil testing and analysis.
  • Development of rotational grazing plan.
  • Testing and implementation of new procedures to streamline operations.
  • Budgeting and procurement.
  • Design/construct chicken tractors for field chicken grazing.
  • Perform basic carpentry tasks for new facilities and improving existing facilities.
  • Potential for slaughtering and processing select livestock.
  • Potential for marketing and sales as we enter commercial sales.