Assistant Farm Manager

Available Title(s) 565K-YN_CS_NPS - Farmer 3 Business Title Assistant Farm Manager Employee Type Classified Position Details The Opportunity As the Assistant Farm Manager for Crop and Soil Sciences , you will assist with farm-related activities at the Washington State University (WSU) Eggert Family Organic Farm. You will help manage crop production, including vegetables and fruit; perform equipment operation and maintenance; maintain records and manage data; lead temporary and seasonal employees; and assist in the coordination of on-farm research projects. Additional Information This is a full time, (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $3,827 to $5,111 | Range 42 Steps A - M| Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28 . In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation . Required Qualifications Three years of experience in farm work or maintaining livestock, at least six months must include experience directing the work of others; OR equivalent education/experience. Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Position Sponsorship Eligibility Not eligible for work visa sponsorship About Department/College/Area/ Campus css.wsu.edu Area/College: College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resources (CAHNRS) Department Name: Crop and Soil Sciences Location: Pullman, WA Background Check This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made. Time Type Full time Position Term 10 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. Work Eligibility and Accommodation WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: View phone number on click.appcast.io (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: View phone number on click.appcast.io; TDD Callers: View phone number on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io(f), or View email address on click.appcast.io . Notice of Non-Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basi #J-18808-Ljbffr wsu