Job Description
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: October 25, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
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
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
External candidates , upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) , before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
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.
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: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
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Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Seasonal work, Work at office