R-13414 Director – Clean Plant Center Northwest
Job Description
Position Type: Full-time
The Director will manage the day-to-day aspects of the Clean Plant Center Northwest (CPCNW), including supervision of line staff and assigning duties and responsibilities as required. The incumbent will make decisions regarding annual budgeting and expenditure, seeking to increase and diversify center revenue while serving the National Clean Plant Network (NCPN) and Washington State University (WSU) Land Grant missions. They will facilitate contractual services and ensure their completion, with responsibility for program operations and administration, and ensure the highest standard of plant material produced, following CPCNW Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Finally, the incumbent will represent the interests of the CPCNW and WSU to external stakeholders including propagators, growers, and state and federal regulators, and will assist with NCPN program coordination, education and outreach activities.
This is a full (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.
Monthly Salary: $6,493.05 – $8,324.42 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
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.
The full job description, including required qualifications and how to apply, can be found at WSU Jobs by searching R-13414 or following this link to the job posting.
Last day to apply: May 20, 2025
R-13390 Farmer 2, Othello (Open)
Job Description
Position Type: Full time
The Washington State University (WSU) Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC) has been conducting research on Othello Farm for over 60 years. IAREC focuses on agricultural research benefiting the many crops grown in the Yakima Valley, the Columbia Basin and across the state.
As part of the farm crew, the Farmer 2 will assist with farm duties at WSU research locations, primarily in Othello. Duties will include on farm assistance, such as ground preparation, irrigation, and crop planting and harvesting, under the direction of researchers, the Farm Manager and the Assistant Farm Manager. This position often assists with grounds maintenance, such as mowing, snow removal and road maintenance, and basic equipment maintenance and repair. When needed, assistance with general building maintenance, including minor repairs and custodial services, may be required. This position works year-round, most often outdoors.
Monthly Salary: $2,961-$3,239 | Range 33 | 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.
The full job description, including required qualifications and how to apply, can be found at WSU Jobs by searching R-13390 or following this link to the job posting.
Last Day Applications Will Be Accepted: April 20, 2025
R-13389 Farmer 3, Othello (Open)
Job Description
Position Type: Full time
The Washington State University (WSU) Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC) has been conducting research on Othello Farm for over 60 years. IAREC focuses on agricultural research benefiting the many crops grown in the Yakima Valley, the Columbia Basin and across the state.
As part of the farm crew, the Farmer 3 leads agricultural operations under the supervision of the Othello farm manager and the assistant farm manager. This position assists with farm related activities for research programs and crops, such as field preparation, irrigation, pest and mildew detection and pesticide application, fertilization, pruning, equipment use and maintenance, and other agricultural best practices or trials in consultation with the assistant farm manager or the farm manager, other leads, and/or researchers. This position works with researchers to plant, manage, water and harvest crops to specific research parameters. Leads temporary/seasonal employees.
80% Agricultural Operations
15% Equipment Maintenance and Repair
5% Other Duties as Assigned
Monthly Salary: $3,317-$4,410 | Range 38 | 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.
The full job description, including required qualifications and how to apply, can be found at WSU Jobs by searching R-13389 or following this link to the job posting.
Last Day Applications Will Be Accepted: April 20, 2025
R-13392 Farmer 2, Prosser (Open)
Job Description
Position Type: Full-time, 9-months
The Washington State University (WSU) Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC) has been conducting research in Prosser for over 100 years. Located north of the City of Prosser, IAREC focuses on agricultural research benefiting the many crops grown in the Yakima Valley and across the state.
As part of the Farm Crew, the Farmer 2 will assist with farm duties at WSU research locations, primarily in Prosser. Duties will include on farm assistance, such as ground preparation, irrigation, and crop planting and harvesting, under the direction of researchers, the assistant farm manager and the farm manager. This position often assists with grounds maintenance, such as mowing, snow removal and road maintenance, and basic equipment maintenance and repair. When needed, assistance with general building maintenance, including minor repairs and custodial services, may be required. This position works most often outdoors in variable conditions.
Monthly Salary: $2,961-$3,910 | Range 33 | 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.
The full job description, including required qualifications and how to apply, can be found at WSU Jobs by searching R-13390 or following this link to the job posting.
Last Day Applications Will Be Accepted: April 20, 2025
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