Job Description

GPAC has partnered with a well-known California based Agriculture Company that is looking to add an Experienced Agronomist to join their team. The Agronomist is a support-focused role, working closely with the company’s licensed Crop Advisers and Head Agronomist. This position involves problem-solving, data management, software support, document preparation, document management, and trial support that helps inform agronomic recommendations, training, and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to grow and advance your career in agronomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with Crop Advisers at grower fields to provide advice and guidance for pest, weed, and disease pressures as well as nutrient deficiencies.
• Prepare and submit INMP documentation to various water coalitions under the direction of the Head Agronomist.
• Support proprietary software that manages soil, tissue, and water samples to aid in agronomic recommendations.
• Assist Crop Advisers with preparing reports, documentation, and crop plan support materials.
• Participate in establishing and monitoring trial plots, gathering data for product and program evaluation.
• Maintain accurate field records and share findings with the CA team for analysis.
• Stay current on regional crop conditions and agronomic practices to support CA recommendations.

   

  Qualifications

   

• Bachelor’s degree or higher Agronomy, Plant Science, Crop Science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in agronomy, crop scouting, or agricultural research
• PCA License and CCA Certification with INMP
• Knowledge of most crops grown in the region
• Strong knowledge of crop production systems, soil, and pest management
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills for reporting and working with Crop Advisors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or agricultural software tools.
• Ability to travel throughout the Central and South San Joaquin Valley
• Willing to adhere to company ethics and high level of professionalism
• Candidates being considered must currently reside in or near Fresno, Kern, Kings, or Tulare County, CA
• Have a valid U.S. driver's license

Benefits include health insurance, a company truck, gas card, 401K, PTO, and more.

Please submit a current resume for consideration. Only those who provide a resume and meet the qualifications will be contacted. For questions or to learn about other agriculture opportunities, please contact Kim Kavanaugh at 440-367-6025 or by email at kim.kavanaugh@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.