Farm Operations Foreman
Posting Number: SP005086P
Division/College: College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department: Branch Stations-Kimberly
Location: Kimberly
Posting Context Statement:
Established in 1950, the Kimberly Research & Extension Center encompasses 194 acres of irrigated land, four greenhouses, laboratories, a seed processing and storage facility, and a potato storage research complex.KREC provides research and extension programs that support agriculture for the eight counties of the Magic Valley. Research teams investigate disease management techniques, potato storage practices, plant-insect interactions and biological control, and weed management practices.
Position Overview:
This role manages all field, equipment, and operational aspects of the University of Idahos Kimberly Research and Extension Center (KREC in the Magic Valley. This position is essential to supporting high-quality research projects and the overall mission of the Center, which focuses on agricultural research in crops like potatoes, sugar beets, dry beans, and more.Duties may include:Hiring, training, and supervising farm staffManaging complex plant production protocols for researchMaintaining vehicles and equipmentCoordinating daily field operationsOperating tractor and other equipmentOther duties as assigned
Required Experience:
Two (2) years of experience supervising in an agricultural setting.Four (4) years of agricultural experience.Experience in:working in a team environment to accomplish shared goalsfollowing good safety practiceskeeping recordsirrigated farmingfarm management techniques, including equipment operation, maintenance, and crop management practices
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
Must have a valid drivers license and ability to meet UI requirements for driving university vehiclesPossess a limited (private) pesticide applicators license and chemigation applicators license or the ability to obtain these licenses within three monthsAbility to work nonstandard business hours, including weekends and holidays
Additional Preferred:
Degree in agriculture, agronomy, mechanics, or related fieldKnowledge of the requirements of field researchExperience running, troubleshooting, and affecting minor repairs of farm equipment, tools, and machineryKnowledge of proper chemical application safety procedures
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Must be able to:Work in adverse environmental conditions and with toxic chemicalsSit for long periods of time in a tractorClimb ladders, bend, and stoopLift, carry, or otherwise move items weighing up to 75 poundsStand and walk continuously throughout the workdayWork in inclement weather conditions
Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $24.79 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: ofAppointment
FTE: 1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 11/12/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by December 1, 2025, will receive first consideration.If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Nicole Kinslow at nicolek@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you.
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.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50032
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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