Program/Project Coordinator

About This Role:

The Department of Entomology at Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, is looking to hire a full-time Program/Project Coordinator with extensive beekeeping experience and knowledge to support the implementation of daily operations associated with our American Honey Institute (http://www.entomology.ksu.edu/honey). This position is also responsible for coordinating and maintaining the necessary training assets for our multi-level beekeeping courses and honey production efforts.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• This position may use an educational equivalency as determined relevant by a hiring manager

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master Beekeeper Certificate.
• Experience working with a commercial beekeeper and completion of an approved apprenticeship training program and/or a minimum of 5 years of beekeeping experience.
• Energetic with endurance.
• Team Player with ability to fit in with disparate personalities and groups.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Kansas Class C Driver's License within 90 days of employment.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Business Tools and ability to learn supporting programs such as Quick books and WIX.
• Ability to conduct field work in remote locations.
• Ability to work under adverse conditions for long and irregular hours,
• Must be capable of wearing a bee suit in high/extreme temperatures (excess of 105 degrees).
• Ability to cope with stress.
• Highly organized and able to perform in a professional manner
• Ability to stay oriented on task.
• Ability to provide clear two-way communications.
• Ability to deal with emergencies in a timely manner.
• Portray a positive attitude.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

Cover letter summarizing experience and qualifications

     •     Resume

     •     Names and contact information for three references

Please apply for this position at: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/careers/.  For questions about the position contact Dr. Brian McCornack, Professor and Department Head, Dept. of Entomology, via email at mccornac@ksu.edu 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening of applications begins August 5, 2024 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$53,000-$58,000/gross/year (plus benefits)