Position Details
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number
SP005467P
Position Title
Farm Operations Foreperson
Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department
Palouse Research Center
Location
Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview
The position provides lead-level coordination of dryland farming, agricultural research, foundation seed production, equipment maintenance, and farm operations at the center. Responsibilities include coordinating daily field and operational activities, training and supervising temporary employees, providing technical direction for agricultural equipment and farm operations, and serving as the acting operational lead in the absence of the Farm Operations Supervisor.
Duties may include:
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/idaho-ag-experiment-station/centers/palouse
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
Required Education
Required Other
Additional Preferred
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Degree Requirement
N/A: No degree requirement
Posting Information
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employee Category
Classified
Pay Range
$25 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No
Posting Date
09/24/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by October 8, 2026, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the required qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number
SP005467P
Position Title
Farm Operations Foreperson
Division/College
College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department
Palouse Research Center
Location
Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview
The position provides lead-level coordination of dryland farming, agricultural research, foundation seed production, equipment maintenance, and farm operations at the center. Responsibilities include coordinating daily field and operational activities, training and supervising temporary employees, providing technical direction for agricultural equipment and farm operations, and serving as the acting operational lead in the absence of the Farm Operations Supervisor.
Duties may include:
- Coordinate dryland farming, research, and foundation seed production activities
- Operate, maintain, repair, weld, and fabricate agricultural equipment and machinery
- Coordinate daily field operations, equipment use, maintenance, and work assignments
- Train and supervise temporary employees and provide technical direction on equipment operation and farm activities
- Manage foundation seed processing, records, inventory, and regulatory requirements
- Manage Federal Excess Property inventory and related program requirements
- Serve as acting operational lead in the absence of the Farm Operations Supervisor
- Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/idaho-ag-experiment-station/centers/palouse
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
- Two years of experience in agricultural production, farm operations, or a related field
- Experience with dryland farming practices (e.g., soil preparation, planting, cultivation, pesticide application, crop maintenance, and harvesting)
- Experience operating agricultural equipment and machinery (e.g., tractors, combines, planters, sprayers, trucks, and forklifts)
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing agricultural equipment and machinery (e.g., routine maintenance, diagnosing mechanical problems, replacing parts, and performing repairs)
- Experience with welding, cutting, fabrication, and metal repair (e.g., repairing equipment, machinery, vehicles, gates, or other metal structures)
- Experience maintaining operational, equipment, maintenance, or seed production records (e.g., production records, equipment logs, maintenance records, and seed records)
Required Education
- None
Required Other
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet requirements for driving university vehicles
- Possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or obtain with six months of hire
- Professional Pesticide Applicator License, or obtain within six months of hire
- Forklift certification, or obtain within six months of hire
- Ability to work nonstandard business hours, including weekends holidays, and overtime seasonally
Additional Preferred
- Degree in agriculture, agronomy, mechanics, Agriculture system management or related field
- Experience with foundation, breeder, or certified seed production and handling (e.g., planting, harvesting, cleaning, treating, processing, storage, and maintaining seed identity)
- Effective communication skills for providing tours and interacting with customers
- Knowledge of the requirements of field research
- Knowledge of proper chemical application safety procedures
- Experience in:
- Working in a team environment to accomplish shared goals
- Following good safety practices
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Must be able to:
- Work in adverse environmental conditions and with toxic chemicals
- Sit for long periods of time in a tractor
- Climb ladders, stairs, bend, and stoop
- Lift, Carry, or otherwise move items weighing up to 75 pounds
- Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
- Work in inclement weather conditions
Degree Requirement
N/A: No degree requirement
Posting Information
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employee Category
Classified
Pay Range
$25 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No
Posting Date
09/24/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by October 8, 2026, will receive first consideration.
IMPORTANT: To be considered, your "Letter of Qualification" must address EACH of the required qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume WILL NOT be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.
Applicant Resources
https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.