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Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820.Department:NE Rice Research & Extension Center * Director

Department's Website:Summary of Job Duties:The individual will facilitate with the implementation and management of field and plot-level agronomic crop production and research at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center (Center). The successful candidate will implement and manage: field/plot preparation, planting, fertilization, pest management, irrigation infrastructure, and harvest of all Center crops. The individual will maintain farm records documenting agronomic operations at the Center. Job duties will also include plant/soil monitoring; installation and management of water control structures/sensors; irrigation management and scheduling technologies; machinery management; facilities management; and farm personnel management/scheduling. The individual will assist in managing and supervising farm staff including research technicians, farm workers, and hourly student workers. Furthermore, this individual will facilitate communications among researchers, technicians, students, tenant farmer(s), and other center collaborators to accomplish project objectives.
The individual will be responsible for:
*implementation and management of all field and plot-level research and demonstration crops at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center (Center), including: field/plot preparation, planting, fertilization, pest management, managing irrigation infrastructure/sensors, and harvest. Job duties will also include: soil/plant health monitoring, precipitation monitoring, soil moisture monitoring, and machinery management for all associated field and plot-level research/demonstration activities at the center. [60%]
*working directly with tenant farmer(s) to assist in the planning, implementation and management of agronomic production plans for portions of the Center. This will include facilitating communication between the tenant farmer(s) and project supervisors as well as communication with other cooperating partners such as researchers, university administrators, and industry professionals. [20%].
*supervision of hourly student labor and farm workers. [10%].
*maintaining farm records that document agronomic operations at the Center [5%]
*assisting in preparation of reports, manuscripts and presentations for lab meetings, field days, scientific meetings, and scientific journals [5%]Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field with three years of relevant professional experience, OR a Master's degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications
Graduate training in agronomy, plant/soil science, agricultural engineering, agricultural systems technology, and statistics with field research experience is preferred. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in rice production in the Arkansas Delta. Experience in crop management, geographic information systems, and water management is preferred. Private Pesticide Applicator certification is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. The candidate should have the ability to collaborate with a wide range of professionals including university/federal scientists, tenant farmer(s), and the general public that collaborate with the Center. A valid Arkansas driver's license is required and the individual must be capable of operating university vehicles, farm equipment (tractor, combine, backhoe, etc.), and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) that are typical of a research and demonstration farm.

Salary Information:Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Profesional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:Additional Information:
Work Hours:
M-F, work hours may vary

Salary Range:
Commensurate with education and experience

Special Instructions for the Applicant:
For consideration, applicants must upload a Resume, Cover letter, Transcript, and three references. If you have technical issues uploading a document or if you would like to provide additional documentation after submitting your application, contact Human Resources at

Recruitment Contact Information:Spring Sneed, Accountant I, 870-972-2043, sneed10@uaex.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Motor Vehicle Reports Check
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture commits itself to policies of affirmative action and diversity with respect to both employment opportunities and program participation. The Division complies with these policies not merely because of legal requirements, but because we believe that such practices are basic to human dignity. As such, the Division welcomes all applicants to apply without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Candidates must have proof of legal authority to work in the United