Farm Operations Lead — Agricultural Research Center

University Of Idaho; Kimberly (ID); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho's Kimberly Research and Extension Center in the Magic Valley seeks an experienced operations manager to oversee field activities, equipment usage, and daily operations supporting agricultural research on potatoes, beets, beans, and more.

You will hire, train, and supervise farm staff; manage production protocols; ensure safety, record-keeping, and compliance with pesticide licensing; require a driver’s license and ability to operate university vehicles; flexibility to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of supervisory experience in an agricultural setting.
• Four years of agricultural experience.
• Must have a driver’s license and ability to drive university vehicles.
• Possess restricted pesticide applicator’s license and chemigation applicator’s license or ability to obtain within three months.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise farm staff.
• Manage complex plant production protocols for research.
• Maintain safety practices and keep records.
• Oversee irrigation farming and farm equipment maintenance.
• Support research projects and Center operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Irrigated farming

Farm management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Idaho's Kimberly Research and Extension Center in the Magic Valley seeks an experienced operations manager to oversee field activities, equipment usage, and daily operations supporting agricultural research on potatoes, beets, beans, and more.

You will hire, train, and supervise farm staff; manage production protocols; ensure safety, record-keeping, and compliance with pesticide licensing; require a driver’s license and ability to operate university vehicles; flexibility to