Program Manager I, IAMP

University of Idaho

University of Idaho

Operations

Moscow, ID, USA

Posted on Jun 6, 2026
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP005304P
Position Title Program Manager I, IAMP
Division/College College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
Department Soils and Water Systems
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Provides administrative support for the Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) project, Innovative Agriculture and Marketing Partnership (IAMP), the largest research grant in University of Idaho history. The project includes eight funded partners, as well as over 30 additional supporting partners. This position performs complex administrative support duties with professionalism and confidentiality under the general supervision of project co-directors. Works closely with the Program Manager II to support partner communication, coordinate project personnel, and assist with annual performance reporting.
Position Overview
This position supports the planning and completion of educational, outreach or professional programs; working with program staff, students, the public and/or agencies, to plan and oversee program activities. May lead a distinct area for the program such as outreach, assessment or financial management.
Duties may include:
  • Participate in the development and implementation of program deliverables, services and activities
  • Coordinate a team with an array of talents and responsibilities
  • Collect, compile and summarize program data for reports
  • Participate in developing program operating goals, objectives and protocols
  • Maintain program budgets, monitoring and reviewing transactions for compliance with program requirements
  • Lead collection and compilation of program assessment data­
  • May supervise the work of others or lead a team to accomplish assigned goals
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
  • Two years of program coordination or program management experience
  • Working in a team environment to accomplish shared goals
  • Collecting, compiling, summarizing, and analyzing data for administrative reports
Required Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree; four additional years of experience in program coordination (for a total of six years) may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree
Required Other
  • None
Additional Preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Science, Organizational Leadership, Management, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent technical training
  • Experience working directly with agricultural producers, landowners, or agriculture-related businesses
  • Experience in agricultural production, commodity markets, and purchasing
  • Demonstrated ability to design and produce written and electronic promotional materials
  • Experience communicating and coordinating with stakeholders or partners across multiple organizations
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
  • None
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
Posting Information
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range Commensurate with Experience
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date 06/05/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received by June 19, 2026, will receive first consideration.

IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.

Please also upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts.

If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Heather Biersner at hbiersner@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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