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Michigan State University Farm Assistant Manager in East Lansing, Michigan
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Farm Assistant Manager
Back to search results Apply now Job no: 942695
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade:12
Major Administrative Unit / College:Msu Agbioresearch
Department:Anr Research And Extension Centers Mabr 10057513
Sub Area:AP- Professionals
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Agriculture, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary
Assists in day-to-day farming operations of the Horticulture Teaching and Research Center and assist on other South Campus Farms with guidance from research center farm managers, where various crops are grown, ranging from row crops to fruit trees and vegetables. The successful candidate will manage and oversee undergraduate student employees and temporary employees. As well as the maintenance of field plots and farm facilities to support land grant missions (research, teaching, and outreach). Daily operations include but are not limited to purchasing supplies and parts, maintaining equipment/buildings, mowing grass areas, applying pesticides, pruning and maintaining orchards, and communicating with Farm Managers to promote the efficiency of operations and project management. This position requires a Certified pesticide applicators License as well as a medical certification to drive vehicles over 10,001 pounds.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Horticulture or Crop and Soil Science or agricultural field related to the area of employment; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in supervision, all areas of farm work/production within specific animal groups and/or crops related to the area of employment; experience in computer usage; and knowledge of farm equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; the job requires a Pest Applicators Certification.
Desired Qualifications
Working knowledge of tractors and associated implements; expert knowledge of equipment, tools, methods, and techniques used in the operation and maintenance of agricultural/special equipment; possession or attainment within six months of a medical certificate in order to drive a vehicle with GVWR of 10,000-26,001 pounds; MSU tractor and forklift operator's permit; Michigan Pesticide Applicator's certificate with categories 1A, 1B, 1C, 3B, and 6; knowledge of basic computer terminology and operations and the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet; ability to work year round in variable or severe conditions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Current Resume
Cover Letter
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Summary of Physical Demands
Lifting over 25lbs
Summary of Health Risks
Pesticide application and handling.
Bidding eligibility ends April 30, 11:55 PM
Advertised: Apr 24, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time