Program/Project Manager I

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Manhattan, KS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $70K 💻 Project Management 🗓️ May 28th, 2026

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The Department of Agronomy at Kansas State University is hiring a Program/Project Manager I to lead a project funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation focused on increasing conservation practices adoption in Kansas wheat-based cropping systems. The role involves working directly with certified crop advisors and growers to enroll acres in Farm Bill conservation programs and overseeing project planning, implementation, and financial management.

Highlights

Serve as primary contact for a conservation project funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
Facilitate enrollment of growers and acres in Farm Bill and private conservation programs.
Work one-on-one with Certified Crop Advisors, educators, and growers to establish baseline conditions and develop management plans.
Assess changes in field-level outcomes due to adoption of conservation practices.
Refine project plans, manage budgets, and supervise project staff.
Must have or obtain NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP) certification.
Requires a bachelor's degree with at least three years relevant experience; preferred in Agronomy or related fields.
Experience with conservation practices and NRCS/Farm Bill programs preferred.
Salary is approximately $70,000 annually.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.