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Washington State University Coordinator in Pullman, Washington
Coordinator Available Title(s): 1138-NNADMINPRO - Coordinator, 1138-YNADMINPRO - Coordinator Business Title: Coordinator Employee Type: Admin. Professional Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month Position Details: About the Unit: The USDA ARS Western Regional Plant Introduction Station (WRPIS) within the National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS) is a plant genebank tasked with conserving and maintaining collections of crops and crop wild relatives important to US agriculture and rangeland management. We provide high quality seeds and propagules to plant breeders, geneticists, and other scientists to help create improved crop varieties for US and international farmers. The genetic diversity held within the collections of the WRPIS represent the solution to current and future challenges to agriculture from diseases, insects, a changing climate, and changing nutritional needs, all while reducing the inputs of water, fertilizers, and pesticides needed to maintain high yields. Washington State University hires a team of field and technical staff to work in coordination with the WRPIS to support the NPGS mission to sustain and enhance plant genetic resources. WSU staff are supported by contributions of the 13 western land grants and integrate and work closely with USDA scientists to grow, evaluate, and distribute germplasm accessions and associated information. As a member of the NPGS staff, this position supports the WRPIS in the growing, maintaining, and harvesting of diverse plant species and collecting data associated with them in order to promote germplasm maintenance, improvement, and distribution. Summary of Duties: This position will oversee the day-to-day operations of the farm and seed cleaning operations for Plant Introduction and Testing. In addition to directing seed cleaning operations, this position is also responsible for supporting farm operations, maintaining fiscal accountability for proper allocation and use of resources in supporting the overall research and extension mission. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supervising staff, fiscal planning, budget management, significant input on large funding expenditures for capital improvements, and implementation and oversight of policies and procedures. This position must collaborate with both WSU and USDA, and CAHNRS Office of Research administrative and budget office personnel to best expedite the program. Required Qualifications: • A Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the specialty area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. • Must have, or able to obtain, a valid driver's license by time of hire. • One year experience with seed cleaning, farm operation, construction, and/or research equipment. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Preferred Qualifications: • Two years experience with farm operation, construction, and/or research equipment. • One years experience managing personnel • Licensed pest control adviser • Public operators pesticide license Additional Information: Area/College: https://cahnrs.wsu.edu Department Name: Crop and Soil Sciences City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA, 99164 Department Link: http://https/css.wsu.edu/ Monthly Salary: $4,510.00 - $6,763.00 In accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=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. For more information regarding Administra