New

Ag Operation Manager - Research

Utah State University
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Kaysville
Mar 09, 2026
Ag Operation Manager - Research Requisition ID: 2026-10013 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Kaysville Category: Other Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Quinney College of Agric & Nat Res Department: Agricultural Experiment Station Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits Overview Utah State University invites applications for a full-time, fiscal year (twelve month) appointment. The job is located primarily at the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station (UAES) Kaysville Research Farm. The successful applicant will manage the Kaysville research facility which is dedicated to horticultural and agronomic research projects with special emphasis in fruit crops. This individual will be responsible for management of the facility, and work closely with university faculty, staff, and students, as well as employees working at that location. The successful will assist in the everyday duties and responsibilities of the farm and must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate intense activity times such as spring ground preparation/planting, harvest season, and special situations. Responsibilities Plan, manage, and keep records of farm facilities (field, greenhouse, and lab) in cooperation with UAES administration, faculty, and staff to enable effective research. Assist with research programs. Set up irrigation systems and apply pest controls in and around plot areas. Maintain an appealing appearance. Prepare land for research. Operate equipment carefully and effectively according to policies and laws. Ensure proper storage and handling of crop protection products. Supervise the greenhouse facility. Train employees in safe and proper equipment operation as well as assisting researchers in providing training to graduate students, and other employees. Supervise harvesting and marketing of produce. Locate potential markets and packing plants; and negotiate transactions. Supervise and perform maintenance and repairs of UAES equipment. Provide maintenance schedule and keep records for all equipment. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an agriculture-related discipline. Five years of crop production experience. Experience supervising employees. Ability to communicate effectively, verbal and written, with university faculty, staff, and students plus vendors. Ability to operate and maintain common agricultural equipment. The ability to maintain an appropriate Pesticide Applicator's license (restricted use and other) or in process of obtaining a license within 6 weeks of starting the job. Ability to receive and ship materials/products - may require evening and weekend availability. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in fruit crop research and/or production common to Utah. Experience in a research setting. More than five years of crop production experience. Proficiency with tablets and smart phones and GPS guidance systems. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: 1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" 2.Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. College/Department Highlights University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. 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