Senior Agricultural Specialist - Field Research Services, Tifton
Athens , GA
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Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S10096P
Working Title
Senior Agricultural Specialist - Field Research Services, Tifton
Department
CAES-Tifton Campus
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
In 2018, The UGA Tifton Campus began a yearlong Centennial celebration with various events to commemorate its 100th anniversary of providing updated research to the community.
Research is done on a wide range of commodities, including cotton, peanuts, vegetables and turf grass, all of which make agriculture the No. 1 industry in Georgia.
In 2004, a teaching program was initiated and it has been growing ever since. College-level instruction on campus is aimed at undergraduate and graduate-degree level study.
College/Unit/Department website
http://www.caes.uga.edu/campuses/tifton/about/administrative-offices/field-research-services.html
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Work schedule will be determined by supervisor
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with education, experience and training
Posting Date
03/16/2023
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date
04/17/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200 miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.
Location of Vacancy
Tifton Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title
Agriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This position oversees all aspects of operations at the Plant Science Farm. The incumbent will interact with UGA scientists about the research being conducted and will plan, organize, supervise, and participate in the day-to-day operations of the farm. They will maintain records and data about the research being conducted, maintain equipment and buildings and perform any other duties that arise. This individual will be the sole contact for this farm, but will report to the Research Station Superintendent, who oversees all of the Tifton research farms.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Acts with Integrity.
• Serves Others.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and comprehend.
• Ability to makes sound decisions.
• Apply pesticides and fertilizers to plants.
• Conduct Internet and library research.
• Coordinate clerical, record-keeping, inventory, requisitioning, and marketing activities.
• Demonstrate or explain working techniques, practices, or safety regulations to farm or ranch workers.
• Hire, train, and/or supervise workers engaged in planting, cultivating, irrigating, harvesting, or marketing crops, or in raising livestock.
• Identify plants as well as problems such as diseases, weeds, and insect pests.
• Inspect farm or ranch equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Inspect farm or ranch structures, such as buildings, fences, or roads, ordering repair or maintenance activities, as needed.
• Maintain financial, operational, production, or employment records for farms or ranches.
• Monitor activities such as irrigation, chemical application, harvesting, milking, breeding, or grading to ensure adherence to safety regulations or standards.
• Perform data entry and other clerical work as required for project completion.
• Select or purchase machinery, equipment, livestock, or supplies, such as seed, feed, fertilizer, or chemicals.
• Cut and prune trees, shrubs, flowers, and plants.
• Perform crop production operations, such as planning, tilling, planting, fertilizing, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting.
• Prepare, manipulate, and manage extensive databases.
Thorough knowledge of farm management and vegetable and row crops. Considerable knowledge of modern agricultural methods and experimental farming practices, farm equipment, materials and maintenance techniques. Ability to plan, organize and direct work of subordinate personnel and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with scientists, administrative personnel and fellow employees. Maintain records and prepare reports.
Physical Demands
• Heavy lifting
• Work in varied weather conditions
• Driving to perform job related duties
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?
Yes
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
• Plans, organizes, and manages the operation of a large farm with several major crops, including vegetables, turf grass, row crops, and energy crops.
• Farm management of the Plant Science Farm includes the TVP , RDC pivot, and Hort Hill. The individual interacts closely with scientists and technicians to implement field protocols, maintain farm aesthetics & facilities, machinery and equipment and provides recommendations for equipment and operating supplies.
• Provides support for a wide variety of research programs, experimental projects, and tests with research scientists.
Percentage of time
45
Duties/Responsibilities
• Works closely with farm superintendent to determine cropping systems, labor, pesticides, and other general research needs and requirements.
• Provides proper irrigation and water management for field research efforts.
Percentage of time
20
Duties/Responsibilities
• Sets up and adapts research facilities, methods, and procedures.
• Uses modern computing software and available agricultural technology, including GPS , guidance and sensing technology.
• Maintains a daily work and plot management log to provide long-term field management history.
• Provides records of field laboratory work efforts to farm superintendent for accounting purposes.
• Collects soil samples and maintains records on all areas relative to fertility and use history.
Percentage of time
20
Duties/Responsibilities
• Supervises and/or resolves problems encountered in field laboratory operations including equipment repair, soil conservation, disease, nematode and insect infestations, weeds, pesticide safety, water conservation, and irrigation.
Percentage of time
15
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary
Company
University of Georgia
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
Open