Job description
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Seasonal Agricultural Worker
Posting Number
23TM0280
Department
SEBS-Plant Biology
Overview
The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.
In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. The position reports to Primary Investigator (PI) or supervisor designated Field Researcher.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Helps to establish and maintain turfgrass research areas on farm which may include turfgrass nurseries, crossing blocks, seeded field trials, and greenhouses.
- Waters, cuts, plants/establishes, or weeds research areas on research farms and in greenhouses.
- Assists in establishment of breeding trials, plant tissue collection or harvest, and seed harvest/isolation/preparation/threshing and weighing.
- Assists PI or researchers in data collection. Assists in subsequent data collection during summer and biomass/seed harvest.
- Multiple positions available.
- Employment not to exceed 40-hour week from 7:30AM to 4:00PM during summer months.
Position Status
Per Diem
Hours Per Week
up to 40
Daily Work Shift
Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA
Nonexempt
Position Salary
$14.25 - $15.00 per hour
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- For entry-level positions, no experience is required.
Certifications/Licenses
- May also require a valid driver’s license and two years driving experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Applicants with an interest in plant biology, plant breeding, or related discipline.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (hot, humid, rainy, windy, and/or cold temperatures) is a must.
- Should be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- The ability to work in a team environment or with minimal supervision once trained is essential.
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Open Date
05/15/2023
Posting Close Date
06/15/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Off Campus
City
Freehold
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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