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Canyon Ranch

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Lenox, MA

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Canyon Ranch has imparted integrative expertise to millions of guests, with established wellness ... Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen while managing multiple tasks ...

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How much do senior ranch work jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior ranch work in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior ranch worker?

Senior Ranch Workers are experienced professionals responsible for overseeing daily operations on a ranch. They manage livestock, supervise other workers, maintain equipment, and ensure that the ranch runs efficiently and safely. In addition to hands-on tasks, they often handle planning, record-keeping, and may coordinate with veterinarians, suppliers, and ranch owners. Their extensive experience allows them to handle complex situations and train less experienced staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior ranch worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Ranch Worker, you need extensive experience in livestock handling, equipment operation, land management, and often a background in agriculture or animal science. Familiarity with ranch management software, fencing tools, and heavy machinery, as well as certifications such as pesticide application or livestock health, is frequently required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing teams and responding to unpredictable ranch challenges. These competencies are crucial for ensuring ranch productivity, animal welfare, and efficient daily operations in a dynamic environment.

What are some common challenges faced by senior ranch workers, and how can they be effectively managed?

Senior Ranch Workers often encounter challenges such as unpredictable weather, livestock health issues, and managing a diverse team. Effective communication, planning, and adaptability are crucial for overcoming these obstacles. Collaborating closely with veterinarians, staying updated on the latest ranching practices, and fostering a strong team environment help ensure smooth daily operations and long-term ranch success.

What is the difference between Senior Ranch Work vs Ranch Hand?

AspectSenior Ranch WorkRanch Hand
CredentialsExperience, possibly certifications in animal care or equipmentBasic experience, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentRanches, outdoor, physically demandingSimilar outdoor setting, manual labor
Employer & Industry UsageRanch management, larger operationsEntry-level or supporting roles on ranches

Senior Ranch Work involves more responsibility, leadership, and specialized skills, often overseeing other workers. Ranch Hands perform essential manual tasks and support daily ranch operations. While both roles share the outdoor, physically demanding environment, Senior Ranch Work requires more experience and leadership, whereas Ranch Hands focus on hands-on labor.

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Infographic showing various Senior Ranch Work job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Senior Portfolio Credit Analyst - Farm & Ranch

Johnston, IA • On-site

FARMER MAC
Finance and Insurance • 51 - 200 employees
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$80K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

The Senior Portfolio Credit Analyst position will be responsible for managing, servicing, and decisioning credit actions on Farmer Mac’s agricultural loan portfolios in the Farm & Ranch Loan Purchase and Purchase Commitment programs.

Responsibilities will primarily include working with Farmer Mac Servicers on requests common to agricultural loan portfolios; analyzing distressed loans to determine risk and obtain best return outcomes; monitoring portfolio credit quality and ensuring risk ratings are appropriate.

Who You Will Work With

The Senior Portfolio Credit Analyst will work with and report to the Director - Credit Risk Farm & Ranch and collaborate with other Credit team members from across the country. The individual will also work directly with members from Accounting, Servicing, Legal, Finance, Underwriting, and Business Development. 

Where You Will Work

Farmer Mac has a Presence with Purpose work environment, which allows for flexibility of work location while providing the opportunity for teams to come together in the office with purpose. Work can be conducted in a hybrid or fully remote environment within business hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Work outside of these times may be required for planned and unplanned activities to complete time-sensitive projects or to attend off-site meetings or events. The role requires minimal travel.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assist with the management of Farmer Mac’s agricultural production credit portfolio.
  • Analyze and approve or recommend actions on credit requests for existing loans.
  • Ability and desire to analyze distressed credits and approve or recommend restructuring and collection actions, risk rating changes, and alternative resolutions.
  • Review and analyze updated financials and collateral inspections on portfolio loans.
  • Track and report upon various credit portfolio items such as state, regional, commodity, delinquency, and substandard loan trends.
  • Provide a high level of customer service and responsiveness to the institutions using Farmer Mac loan programs.
  • Monitor Servicers’ adherence to portfolio credit guidelines established in the Seller/Servicer Guide.
  • Work with the Appraisal & Collateral Valuation team to review the adequacy of evaluations to ensure adherence to Farmer Mac collateral valuation practices. 
  • Evaluate loan portfolio data to ensure accuracy and integrity.
  • Meet other needs of the Credit Team as assigned.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

  • Sound knowledge of agricultural real estate lending
  • Strong background in credit analysis and underwriting of agricultural loans
  • Comfortable reviewing and analyzing agricultural appraisals and evaluations
  • Knowledge of database management to the extent that the data can be used to generate reports that assist with managerial decisions
  • Thorough understanding of mortgage lending best practices and procedures
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with Farmer Mac staff and clients
  • Proficiency in operating in a computerized office environment, with solid ability in all MS Office applications, especially focused on PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Power BI, and Copilot
  • Familiarity with and ability to become proficient with Farmer Mac’s online loan origination and servicing platforms and applications
  • Strong work ethic with the ability to work on one or more tasks efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics, business, finance, accounting, or similar discipline.
  • Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in agricultural lending with a strong knowledge of portfolio management of agricultural mortgages.
  • Strong familiarity with loan underwriting, appraisal, real estate title, and law relating to agricultural real estate loans.

Our compensation philosophy is targeted pay positioning relative to peers, our industry, and external markets. Farmer Mac is committed to a compensation program that will enable the organization to attract, motivate, reward, and retain highly skilled and creative talent to maintain sustained long-term performance and achieve the organization’s strategic business objectives. The typical starting salary range for this position is between $80,000-95,000, although wages can vary based on experience and geography.