TAPS Program Manager

TAPS Program Manager University of Nebraska Lincoln, United States 1 day ago

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Lincoln, NEBRASKA Details

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Posted:

16-May-26

Location:

Lincoln, Nebraska

Internal Number:

100505

Requisition Number:

S_260371

Department:

Agronomy & Horticulture-0827

Description of Work:

The Testing Ag Performance Solution (TAPS) program is a statewide and multistate agricultural research and extension initiative focused on technology-enabled, data-driven decision making in crop production systems. This position leads day-to-day program operations with a strong emphasis on organization, project management, and coordinated communications across a large internal team and a broad external stakeholder network (farmers/participants, industry partners, agencies, and collaborators). As the TAPS Program Manager, you will: Serve as the operational and coordination lead for the TAPS program. Independently manage complex, multi-location program activities involving research operations, stakeholder engagement, seasonal execution timelines, and coordination of participant management decisions. Coordinate budget planning, expenditure tracking, and sponsor resource allocation in partnership with program leadership. Serve as a central liaison among faculty, staff, producers, industry partners, sponsors, and collaborating institutions while leading program systems related to planning, communications, reporting, data coordination, and continuous improvement. This position requires technical understanding of agricultural production systems, strong project management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic seasonal environment. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as a Research Manager Plant Science. About Us Looking for a job where you can advance professionally and have time for life outside work? At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education Retirement plans with university match A workplace culture that values your time outside of work Learn more about working at

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Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in agronomy, agribusiness, ag communications, or related field plus four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in program coordination, agricultural operations, research support, Extension, stakeholder engagement, or related work. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently. Strong communication and relationship management skills. Valid driver's license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred, but not required: Five (5) + years of experience working with agricultural producers or ag industry professionals. Experience with ag field research, field operations, and agricultural data management. Experience with grants, sponsorships, or external partnerships. Experience coordinating events, outreach, or Extension programming. Experience supervising students or temporary staff. Master's degree in related field preferred.

Posted Salary:

$56,000/year minimum

Job Type:

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