Plant Technician 3

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As a Plant Technician 3 for the Washington State University (WSU) Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC) in Prosser WA you will provide skilled technical support to the Temperate-adapted Forage Legume germplasm program in theWSUDepartment of Crop and Soil Sciences Western Regional Plant Introduction Station (aka United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service(ARS)Plant Germplasm Introduction and Testing Research Unit). Under the direction of the germplasm program Lead Scientist (i.e. Curator) you will perform professional-level work in support of the mission of theWSU/USDAWestern Regional Plant Introduction Station using advanced skills and knowledge to complete the following tasks: plan prepare and maintain field plots for germplasm; do yearly equipment maintenance and repair; work in greenhouses and in field plots to monitor and manage germplasm regenerations; monitor plants for insect and disease pressures and apply pesticides when required; oversee and manage hourly employees with annual plant germinations field transplanting harvest threshing and cleaning of quality seed; and other duties as assigned.

In this role you will be responsible for maintaining data and records electronically using Microsoft office and other devices (e.g. tablets) programs. Additionally you must also be able to work and communicate with a diverse group of people including but not limited to curators researchers technicians fellow support staff students and volunteers through email verbal and other forms of communication.

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This is a full time (100% FTE) permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3925 to $5271 Range 44 Steps A - M Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical dental life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation orGEDcertificate; and four years of work experience in plant research including one year in managing a major farming operation; OR equivalent education/experience.

• Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Public Operators/Pesticide applicators License at time of hire.

• Must have or be able to obtain by time of hire a valid drivers license and meet requirements in accordance withSPPM 7.10and departmental driving standards.

• Must have the ability to work in an outdoor environment for an entire work shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associated degree in related field.

• Experience working with and knowledge of insect pests plant disease and nutrient/fertility management in agricultural crops.

• Experience with insects/pollinators.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College: College of Agricultural Human and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

About Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC): The Washington State University Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (WSU Prosser IAREC) is the focal point for the University the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) and the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) research extension and plant certification programs that address the concerns of irrigated agriculture.

Location: Prosser WA

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

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Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 engages in law enforcement requires security clearance interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity has access to personal identifying and/or financial information unsupervised access to university buildings/property or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

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