Program/Project Manager I

Kansas State University

About This Role

The
Project Manager will administer activities associated with a recently funded project aimed at increasing the adoption of conservation
practices in wheat-based cropping systems of Kansas. The responsibilities of the project manager will primarily include working one-on-one
with Certified Crop Advisors and growers to facilitate enrollment of acres in Farm Bill conservational programs, including:

1)
Becoming familiar with all conservation concepts, practices, and Farm Bill programs available to foment the adoption of such practices in
Kansas (e.g., EQIP, CSP, etc.). Here, the project manager should have, or be able to obtain, NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP)
certification.

2) Engaging on a one-on-one basis with targeted CCAs, KSRE county/district educators, and the KWC to identify growers
to be enrolled in existing conservational programs. First, the project manager will establish the baseline conditions of their operations
before program initiation through surveys and farm visits, and develop management plans. They will design and implement CSAF mitigation
practices on a case-by-case basis, incorporating local input into the project design.

3) Help growers enroll in existing Farm Bill
conservational programs targeted to their specific conditions.

4) Assess, throughout the continuity of the project, how the adoption
of conservational practices changed the system’s outcomes at the field level.

The project manager will also be expected to refine the
project plans and timelines, aid with the financial management of the project’s budget, and supervise staff associated with the project. Of
extreme importance, the project manager should be able to track down acres that adopted conservation practices as a result of the
project.
About Us

The Department of Agronomy, in collaboration with the Research and Extension Centers,
provides statewide leadership for teaching, research, and extension activities in plant breeding, crop production, range science, soil
science, and weed science, and contributes substantially to activities in genetics, water science, and environmental
sciences.
Worksite Description

This position is Hybrid eligible. Work is performed
partially remotely and partially on employer premises or at a designated assignment location. Employee must have availability to be on
campus frequently during the work week.
What You’ll Need to Succeed

Minimum
Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience. This position may use an educational
  equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Agronomy,
  Horticultural and Natural Resources, or related discipline.
• Three years of experience
• Conservational practices in
  agricultural settings.
• Experience with NRCS and Farm Bill programs.

Additional licenses / registrations /
certifications:

• Have, or be able to obtain, NRCS technical service provider (TSP) certification.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without
sponsorship.
How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Two-page cover letter explaining
  how your past experiences align with the requirements of this position
• Complete CV
• Three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: October 26th, 2025
Anticipated Hiring Pay
Range

$70,000

To apply, please visit: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/program-project-manager-i-manhattan-kansas-united-states-86cea5ee-96f7-4
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