Research SpecialistHybrid

Agriculture & Consumer Services

Job Location:

Washington County, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 47703 - 60000

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Agriculture Consumer Services

Division

Agriculture Consumer Service

Job Classification Title

Agricultural Research Specialist (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC12

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture agribusiness and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2000 employees.

Description of Work

The Tidewater Research Station is hiring an Agricultural Research Specialist to manage assigned research projects related to agricultural crop production and the mechanical and infrastructure resources needed to support the research platform at the station.

Our ideal candidate would have experience in crop production including planting cultivating and harvesting various crops. The ability to operate and repair farm equipment as well as experience in maintenance of irrigation systems. If you are passionate about working in agriculture this is a great opportunity to join our Research Stations team!

Primary responsibilities include:
Manage assigned research projects related to agricultural crop production.
Collaboration with project leaders
Provide supervision over a team of research technicians as well as seasonal staff.

Major function is to serve as a maintenance mechanic: Ensure all equipment and infrastructure required to implement multiple complex research projects are properly maintained.
In charge of scheduling operating and maintenance of the stations equipment program.
Perform basic vehicle and farm equipment repairs.
Perform basic carpentry painting electrical and plumbing.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $47703 - $60000

Knowledge of horticultural crops field crops and plastic culture production
Knowledge of understanding of research principles and methods
Knowledge of the operation maintenance repair calibration and capabilities of equipment implements and infrastructure found on an agricultural research station.
Ability to operate and maintain specialized equipment used in field research
Physical requirements include the ability to perform long periods of repetitive reaching stooping standing bending and lifting of 50 lbs in a variety of work environments are require

Must possess the following at the time of application or qualify for certification within twelve (12) months of employment:

CDL Driver License
Public Pesticide Applicator License
Forklift Driver Certificate issued by the Research Division
Medical clearance to wear a half mask or full-face respirator with cartridges

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidates related education and experience.

Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.Applicants seeking veterans/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214 NGB 23A (RPAS) DD256 or NGB 22.

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Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree preferably related to the assigned program area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Alyssa Danielle Bartholomew

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AgencyDept of Agriculture Consumer ServicesDivisionAgriculture Consumer ServiceJob Classification TitleAgricultural Research Specialist (S)Position NumberGradeNC12About UsThe N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture agribusiness and...