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Job Title:Assistant Manager - Ag Research Station Huron CountyDepartment:FAES | Research Operations Administration

Reporting to the Research Specialist for Agricultural Research Stations in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), assists with coordination of field operations supporting research programs conducted at the CFAES Muck Crops Agricultural Research Station. Receives investigator project requests and prioritizes/assigns field space for experiments. Coordinates with research/extension faculty, staff, and students to establish and maintain field research projects on vegetable crops on muck soils. Plans daily work assignments and follows protocols to successfully accomplish research objectives. Participates in operations including plot layout, tillage, fertilizer and chemical pest control application; planting, mechanical weed control, harvesting and recording of yield data. Keeps detailed records of field operations. Monitors/scouts crops for pests or conditions that may impact research, and reports observations to take appropriate action.

Assists with supervision, hiring/training of student or temporary staff under supervisor's direction. Performs business functions, enters purchase requests and assists with procurement of supplies and equipment. Operates tractors, tillage equipment, sprayers, cultivators and other farm machinery. Assists with coordinating agricultural equipment, facilities, and grounds maintenance, including field drainage and irrigation. Assists with monitoring budget resources and time/effort records. Assists management team to ensure the unit's safe work environment, including equipment operation and pesticide use. Communicates pesticide re-entry information to faculty and staff. Assists with supporting specialty crops research at other CFAES research stations, field labs or sites as directed by supervisor.

Serves as first point of contact for local farmers, agricultural clientele and stakeholders. Assists with addressing local producer questions and outreach events. Participates in local producer meetings, and attends continuing education programs. Assists with training graduate and undergraduate students on specialty crops research procedures. Works flexible schedule as required by weather, soil, pest and crop conditions. Performs other duties as assigned. Position is based at Willard, Ohio.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in agricultural program desired / equivalent experience. Four years of relevant experience required. Six or more years of relevant experience preferred

Required Experience: Four years minimum experience in production of specialty crops. Knowledge of field research methods. Excellent communication and collaboration skills required. Ability to obtain Ohio Public Operator pesticide license within 6 months of employment. Drivers license. Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical work for extended periods.

Desired Experience: Working knowledge of farm machinery operation and repairs. Precision agriculture technology experience. Supervisory experience.

Resume specific to the posting, is to be included at time of application, include months and years worked for each employment listed.

Deadline: April 29, 2024

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Additional Information:Location:Muck Crop ARS - Main (0786)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40
Shift:First Shift

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