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Tree Fruit Extension Educator Tree Fruit Horticulture
Washington State University
Tree Fruit Extension Educator Tree Fruit Horticulture
Washington State University
 Tree Fruit Extension Educator Tree Fruit Horticulture Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: April 22, 2025 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 321-NN_FACULTY - Associate in, 321-YN_FACULTY - Associate in Business Title: Tree Fruit Extension Educator - Tree Fruit Horticulture Employee Type: Faculty (+) (Fixed Term) Position Term: 12 Month Position Details: DESCRIPTION Washington State University and the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) and the Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources (ANR) Program Unit seeks an Extension Educator faculty to join the multi-disciplinary WSU Tree Fruit Team. This appointment is a 3-year renewable position at non-promotion faculty rank. WSU office location in Central Washington negotiable. WSU TFREC, Wenatchee, WSU IAREC, Prosser, Grant County Extension, Moses Lake, Yakima County Extension, Union Gap. THE OPPORTUNITY Nationally, Washington ranks first in the production of apples, sweet cherries, and pears. The Washington tree fruit industry contributes more than $6 billion of annual impact to the state's economy. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources. Together with the State's tree fruit industry, Washington State University strives to be the world leader in tree fruit research and education. Washington State tree fruit growers committed to generating a $32 million endowment over an 8-year period. This endowment to Washington State University will support Endowed Research Chairs, Extension Information and Technology Transfer (ITT) Specialists, and research facilities and orchard operations. The ITT endowment was created to fund positions and activities that will advance world-class information and technology transfer to the Washington fruit industry, including development of state-of-the-art decision tools. SUMMARY OF DUTIES As a member of the WSU (Washington State University) Tree Fruit Extension Team, the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) program unit and the College of Agriculture, Human and Natural Resources Sciences, the position will provide Extension and outreach for the tree fruit industry and allied industries. The position is responsible for developing educational and applied research programs focused on the development, evaluation, and implementation of horticultural practices for a sustainable tree fruit industry. This includes communicating and delivering information to the tree fruit industry, actively engaging with the tree fruit growers and allied industries, evaluating and validating practices and technology, incorporating cost-benefit analysis of alternative practices. The incumbent will work with apple, pear, and stone fruit producers and allied industries to evaluate and demonstrate horticultural practices including new and horizon practices. This position will collaborate across work teams and institutions, including working with research and Extension faculty and specialists, subject matter centers, and industry partners to support efficient, profitable, and sustainable tree fruit production. A key expectation is the development of an impactful educational program for various industry groups including producers, orchard employees, crop consultants, partner organizations and appropriate government agencies. RESPONSIBILITIES Summary of Duties: Develop Extension outreach and applied research programs that inform, educate, and demonstrate effective horticultural practices to diverse tree fruit operations. Explore and validate new techniques and technologies such as orchard systems, crop load management, soil-water-plant relations, and/or mitigation of environmental threats.
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Additional Information: Annual Salary: $65,000-90,000 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. The successful candidate would need to already possess or be able to obtain their own U.S. Employment Authorization to be eligible for hire. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available. Position Type:This is a three-year renewable position at non-promotion faculty rank, Associate In . Renewal is dependent on the need for Extension and industry priorities and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment. Funding has been renewed successfully for several years, and we expect funding to continue to be renewed. Area/College: Washington State University and the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) Department Name: Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources (ANR) Program Unit Location: WSU office is negotiable with preference for WSU IAREC, Prosser, WA. Other locations include WSU Grant County Extension Office, Moses Lake, WA., WSU Yakima Extension Office, Union Gap, and WSU TFREC, Wenatchee, WA. Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Cover letter addressing how your experience meets the required and preferred qualifications for the position, 2) Current Curriculum Vitae, and 3)Names and contact information for three professional references. For questions about the position, contact Bernardita Sallato, WSU Extension, b.sallato@wsu.edu. External candidates, upload all documents in the 'Application Document' section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made. Time Type: Full time WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. Notice of Non-Discrimination WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates compliant with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement. To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Wenatchee-WA/Tree-Fruit-Extension-Educator---Tree-Fruit-Horticulture_R-13339 Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e43484caec165a46a291d3d09813ec51
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