Horticulture/Forestry Specialist
Horticulture/Forestry Specialist
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$ 19 - 22
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Job Description
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Job Category:
University StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Horticulture/Forestry SpecJob Duties:
This position supports the research and outreach missions of the UW Peninsular Ag Research Station by maintaining plant production record keeping and maintenance to ensure operational efficiencies. This position will work collaboratively with station staff and researchers to produce and study various horticultural crops including apples cherries and grapes among addition this person will act as a resource for commercial and noncommercial growers by supporting the commercial pest scouting program and conducting educational outreach for various audiences.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Performs all necessary snow removal duties in the winter
- Coordinates the spacing of plants shrubs trees and ground cover to ensure proper growth
- Serves as a horticultural expert and consultant to internal and external stakeholders
- Designs and implements pest and disease scouting program of commercial and research fruit plantings
- Develops coordinates and executes spraying programs for fungicide pesticide and herbicide applications
- Maintains and evaluates hardscape maintenance
- Maintains inventory data for assigned area including tagging insect monitoring and planting and moving
- Coordinates the planting sowing fertilization trimming watering and spraying of assigned areas
Department:
UW Peninsular Agricultural Research Station
Compensation:
The anticipated rate for this position is $19.00 - $22.00 per hour. However final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation holidays and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at:
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of various horticultural crops
- Experience managing horticultural crops
- Experience with entomology plant pathology or integrated pest management
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience designing and implementing a pest management program
- Experience with public speaking
- Experience managing tree fruit
Education:
H.S. Diploma Preferred
How to Apply:
Click on the Apply button to start the application process. You will be prompted to upload the following documents/application materials:
Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
Cover letter (required) Refer to your related work experience
It is important that your cover letter and resume reflect your experience for this position related to the Qualifications section. Your application materials will be used during our evaluation to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job.The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
A criminal background check will be conducted on finalist(s). This position has been identified as a position of trust. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial background check as well as a subsequent check every four years. As a limited appointee this role must also self-report any criminal arrests charges or convictions.
Normal hours are 7:30am 4:00pm Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends may be required for this position.
Contact Information:
Wesley Bollinger HR Generalist ()
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
