Program Manager, Regional Food Systems

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004375P
Position Title Program Manager, Regional Food Systems
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department Northern District
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The Program Manager, Regional Food Systems will coordinate Idaho’s engagement in the Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center. They will support resilient regional food systems by providing technical assistance and market access for small to mid-sized food producers, processors, distributors and retailers, and through developing more robust supply chain connections for climate resilient agriculture products. Preferred candidates will have the expertise to engage underserved food and farming audiences in co-creating pathways to small business viability and resilient local and regional food systems.
Position Overview
This position supports the planning and completion of educational, outreach or professional programs; working with program staff, students, the public and/or agencies, to plan and oversee program activities. May lead a distinct area for the program such as outreach, assessment or financial management.
Duties may include:
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program deliverables, services, and activities
  • Coordinate a team with a variety array of talents and responsibilities
  • Collect, compile, and summarize program data for reports
  • Participate in developing program operating goals, objectives and protocols
  • Maintain program budgets, monitoring and reviewing transactions for compliance with program requirements
  • Active participation in the development and submission of program proposals
  • Lead collection and compilation of program assessment data­
  • May supervise the work of others or lead a team to accomplish assigned goals
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/extension

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Two years of program coordination or program management experience
  • Working in a team environment to accomplish shared goals
  • Collecting, compiling, summarizing and analyzing data for administrative reports
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree; four additional years of experience in program coordination (for a total of six years) may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree
Required Other
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
  • Must be able to:
    • Work nonstandard hours to conduct and attend evening and weekend programs, activities and meetings as needed
    • Travel to other work sites
Additional Preferred
  • Bachelor’s Degree Food Science, Food Systems, Business, Adult Education or related field; prefer a Master’s Degree in related field
  • Experience with processing financial transactions and compiling routine management reports
  • Experience in developing and implementing technical assistance programs for agricultural producers, food businesses and other small businesses
  • Experience independently solving problems and coordinating multi-state activities requiring complex arrangements
  • Experience with interpersonal skills and experience working with diverse individuals and groups
  • Ability to be flexible with assignments and multiple priorities
  • Ability to manage time effectively
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move programming supplies and equipment up to 40 pounds
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $27.89 per hour
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
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 04/05/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by April 19, 2024 will receive fist consideration.
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 (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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