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Position Title: Ranch Manager
Name of Ranch/Business: Vaquillas Cattle Company
Location: Aguilares, Texas
Position Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Ranch Manager to oversee all aspects of ranch operations, including but not limited to cow/calf management and land stewardship. This includes navigating the unique challenges of South Texas heat and dense brush conditions. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires horseback cattle work, strategic thinking, resource negotiation, and the ability to manage both people and property with integrity and efficiency.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English (preferred); ability to speak conversational Spanish (required).
- Proven experience in ranch management, preferably in South Texas or similar semi-arid climates.
- Skilled in horseback cattle handling and feed truck operation, including working cattle through dense brush.
- Education preferred: TCU Ranch Management Program, Texas A&M–Kingsville Ranch Management, or equivalent training and/or experience.
- Strong recordkeeping, organizational, and computer skills.
- Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification or willingness to obtain.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work long hours outdoors in challenging weather and environmental conditions.
- Must be able to manage over 1,000 head of cattle efficiently.
- Must provide professional references from past employment.
- Ability to implement brush clearing and Buffle grass programs.
- Perform equipment repairs as needed.
- Operate and maintain farm machinery, power tools, and heavy equipment.
- Monitor and move cattle through a rotational grazing operation based on a grazing plan.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee cow/calf operations with Beefmaster–Angus cross herds, supervising breeding, calving, and overall animal health.
- Perform horseback work to gather cattle, bulls, and strays in rough brush country.
- Direct land improvement and brush control efforts in heavy mesquite, prickly pear, and other dense South Texas vegetation.
- Operate and maintain ranch equipment in rugged terrain and extreme heat (triple-digit temperatures).
- Develop and implement grazing plans to balance herd health with pasture sustainability.
- Maintain accurate ranch records, including cattle inventories, grazing rotations, expenses, lease agreements, and maintenance logs.
- Organize and coordinate ranch schedules, supply orders, and staff assignments.
- Foster strong working relationships with employees, contractors, vendors, and community partners as a collaborative team player.
- Represent Vaquillas Ranch in the ranching community by attending TSCRA meetings, industry events, and other social functions, with a preference for high social engagement.
Estimated Salary & Benefits: This position requires full-time residency on the ranch, with family or single housing provided and relocation assistance offered. Ranch equipment and vehicles are supplied. Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses are available.
To Apply: Please contact Kandy Walker.
Ranch Contact Name:
Kandy Walker
kandyewalker@icloud.com || 956-286-0000
Ranch Website: www.vaquillascattlecompany.com