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Agribusiness Manager - OKC Fair Park, Oklahoma State Fair. OKC OK 

PRIMARY FOCUS: This is an event planning / livestock and equine competition management position where developing and administrating animal competitions from beginning to end will be the primary focus. The successful candidate will demonstrate how their skills specifically fulfill these requirements as well as any other duties noted herein.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and implementation of all things related to Agribusiness for the annual Oklahoma State Fair including, but not limited to, Livestock & Horse Competitions, Gate 7 operations, public educational exhibits, 4-H/FFA Exhibits, etc.
• Serve as manager over all Agribusiness competitions and shows:
  • Determine the overall schedule and the inclusion of any third-party managed shows (responsible for independently contracting with said shows).
  • Determine facility and individual show rules and operating guidelines for all competitions.
  • Develop relationships with and manage all Agribusiness seasonal superintendents, office/ring assistants, sponsors, vendors, exhibitors, etc.
  • Contract event professionals such as judges and other officials.
  • Coordinate the effective operation of both Livestock and Horse Show Offices during the Fair.
• Represent the organization, when appropriate, at conferences, community events, and affiliate membership organizations to broaden our knowledge base, influence and relationships in the industry.
• Assist in the development and implementation of agricultural educational exhibits, special events and contests.
• Use hardware and software technology to ensure the process is properly prepared for participant entry for all Agribusiness-related contests and accurately recorded for transition to OSF financial reporting. 
• Create and supervise logistics plans for Agribusiness including arrivals and departures and appropriate animal emergency care and quarantine plans.
• Arrange and assign accommodations/lodging for OSF Staff/Guests/Officials.
• Serve as primary contact on behalf of OSF with the Oklahoma State Veterinarians and Dept. of Agriculture related to animal disease and biosecurity.
• Develop and adhere to the annual budget relating to the Agribusiness department.
• Assist in other departments as needed and with other duties as assigned.