Ranch Management Consultant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Agriculture or Natural Resources related field
• Deep expertise in agricultural business, livestock operations, farm management, and pasture management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings and recommendations to landowners, investors, and stakeholders
• Understanding of business and accounting principles
• Familiarity with mapping software, herd management software, and agricultural financial platforms
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work with a variety of people across multiple organizations
• Adaptive attitude that can quickly adjust to changes in workload and schedule

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain existing client relationships and recruit new business
• Collaborate within Hall and Hall’s Ranch Management Team and provide support across business lines as needed
• Conduct on-site evaluations of ranch operations, identify operational improvements, and develop tailored plans
• Analyze and create ranch budgets, profit and loss statements, and enterprise performance
• Provide guidance on cost efficiency, revenue diversification, and capital investment priorities
• Evaluate lease arrangements, land acquisitions, and agriculture related financial strategies
• Design and recommend grazing management systems, herd health protocols, breeding programs, and land improvement strategies
• Advise on carrying capacity, crop rotations, cattle and crop marketing, and sustainable land use practices
• Support the development of wildlife habitat and land stewardship plans
• Evaluate ranch personnel and management structures, provide operational and planning support to ranch managers, and recruit, interview, and hire ranch managers
• Deliver clear written reports, action plans, and performance benchmarks to clients and conduct regular follow-up visits to assess progress and adjust recommendations
• Maintain detailed records of all consulting engagements

Working Conditions

This role is a combination of office work and on-site ranch work. Travel to client properties is expected; often in rural, remote locations, and sometimes to corporate boardrooms. The successful candidate will be able to communicate and conduct themselves accordingly to each situation. Availability for extended on-site visits during critical operational periods may be required.

Ranch Contact

Jerome Chvilicek
jerome@hallandhall.com
(406) 839-9737