Farm Manager II
Michigan State University

Job no: 1002545
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 14
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

Manage the daily operations of the Plant Pathology and the Entomology Research Centers located on South campus consisting of 167 acres of fruit trees, small fruit, vegetable, and other specialty crops. Responsibilities include performing general Farm Operations, conducting Administrative Duties related to the two Centers, and managing Research Logistics at the Centers. The position requires working closely with researchers and their staff with an expectation of creating a positive environment which supports research and extension activities. Specifics of the position include but are not limited to maintaining operational records; assisting with oversight of maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment; assisting with research logistics from implementation, management, and maintenance of all projects; interviewing, hiring, and supervision of temporary staff; interacting with the faculty, researchers, students, vendors, and community; and requires a Commercial Certified Pesticide applicators license. The position will be supervised by the Assistant Director of AgBioResearch, within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

40% Farm Operations

25% Administrative Duties

25% Research Logistics

10% Other Duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which is normally acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Horticulture, Entomology, Agriculture and/or Crop and Soil Science; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in supervision, management, and crop production; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a Pesticide Applicators license.

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.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Summary of Physical Demands

Lift over 25 pounds.

Summary of Health Risks

Lifting over 25lbs and pesticide application.

Bidding eligibility ends November 19, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.

Advertised: Nov 13, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Dec 10, 2024 Eastern Standard Time

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