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Job Description
OVERVIEW
The Council advises Commissioners and County staff on key agricultural matters, including education and policy, land use, and economic opportunities, while serving as a collaborative forum for stakeholders to shape the long-term sustainability and resilience of the County’s agricultural community. The application will go through a process that includes review by a DCD Staff selection team then recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners, then official appointment by adopting a resolution.
Key dates to remember!- First round of review will begin the week of Monday, February 9, 2026
- First meeting is tentatively scheduled Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, at Kitsap County Administration Building.
This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of agriculture in Kitsap County!
Open Positions:
Farmer - Agricultural Producer (District 1)Farmer - Agricultural Producer (District 2)Farmer - Agricultural Producer (District 3)Farmer - Livestock (District 1)Farmer - Livestock (District 2)Farmer - Livestock (District 3)Agricultural Specialist (District 1)Agricultural Specialist (District 2)Agricultural Specialist (District 3)Ad-hoc Youth Representative - e.g., 4-H, FFAAd-hoc Youth Representative - e.g., 4-H, FFA Position Details- Farmer - Agricultural Producer
Individuals with experience or interest in crops such as forages, sod, fruits, vegetables, flowers, seeds, grasses, trees, fiber, freshwater fish, apiaries, and more. - Farmer - Livestock
Individuals with experience or interest in livestock including horses, cattle, sheep, goats, swine, reindeer, donkeys, mules, llamas, poultry, and ratites (e.g., emu). - Agricultural Specialist
Individuals with expertise in areas such as value-added food production, animal nutrition, feed production, marketing, supply chain, finance, agricultural real estate, veterinary services, or agricultural education. Farmers are welcome to apply. - Youth Representative
High school or college students with experience, interest, or education in any of the areas listed above.
Volunteer Duties
The Agriculture Advisory Council shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners and County staff. The Council’s duties include:- Attend meetings to conduct business; keep up to date on county issues and circumstances, as well as local, state, and federal topics.
- Provide recommendations on agricultural policies, land use, and regulations consistent with County code and state law.
- Review reports, data, and planning initiatives affecting agriculture and identifying priorities, challenges, and opportunities.
- Serve as a forum for stakeholders and public input on agricultural issues and land use compatibility.
- Support outreach, education, and coordination with agencies and organizations that serve the agricultural community.
- Collaborate to prepare and transmit reports, findings, and recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and County staff.
- Operate and conduct meetings in accordance with County code and state law.
Qualifications to Serve- All Council members shall be residents of Kitsap County or be active agricultural producers operating in Kitsap County.
- Experience with agriculture production, livestock, and/or agriculture specialty as described in the openings section.
Kitsap County Commissioner District Map: Kitsap_County_Commissioners_Full.pdf
No benefits are offered with this position exceptthose required by the state or federal law. - First round of review will begin the week of Monday, February 9, 2026
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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KITSAP COUNTY
Show moreKitsap County employs over 1100 employees in jobs that allow employees to make their mark and make a difference in their local community. The County strives to provide effective and efficient services by continually assessing its purpose, promoting and rewarding innovation and fostering employee development. Kitsap's Human Resources team provides the employee programs and benefits to keep Kitsap a great place to work.
- Nancy Buonanno Grennan, Human Resources Director
Our Mission
Human Resources recruits talented, career-minded leaders; supports employee development; builds trust; celebrates teamwork; works with integrity and clear communication.
Our Vision
If we are successful, Kitsap County will be a trusting & competitive organization that employs and develops the most effective, professional & friendly staff available.
Our Values
We make decisions out of a sense of fairness & we will remember the "Human" part of HR.
We focus on the needs of our customers & work to earn their trust.
We do the right thing, no matter who is involved.
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