Farm Operations and Management Instructor - Technical College Faculty

Job Title

Farm Operations and Management Instructor – Technical College Faculty

Ridgewater College, Willmar Campus

The faculty member provides instruction in modern agricultural operations with an emphasis on equipment systems, applied maintenance, and operational decision‑making. The role prepares students for careers in production agriculture, equipment support, and ag service roles by integrating hands‑on technical skills with real‑world farm operations, safety, and emerging agricultural technologies. Instruction covers farm operations, equipment use and upkeep, and applied diagnostics, supporting students’ ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot agricultural machinery within the broader context of farm systems, productivity, and efficiency.

The instruction reflects current industry practices and workforce needs, including precision agriculture tools, equipment technology, and preventative maintenance strategies.

• Associate's degree in agriculture, agriculture education, finance, economics or business.
• Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience in agricultural production, agricultural management, or agricultural extension services.
• One year of this work experience within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field.
• Recency requirement waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

• Course construction (credit course)
• Teaching/instructional methods (credit course)
• Student outcomes assessment/evaluation (credit course)
• Philosophy of community and technical college education (credit or non-credit course)

Monday – Friday. Telework:
No.

Academic salary range: $44,144.00 – $99,016.00 (dependent on education and years of experience).

Desired start date:
July
31,2026. Position open from May
11,2026 to June2,2026.

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications
• Unofficial copy of transcripts

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.