Agricult/Animal Asst II

CLEMU Clemson University; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a paraprofessional to perform duties related to agricultural research or animal care at the Florence, SC location. The role emphasizes fuel management, grounds maintenance, and crop research support, with a standard 37.5-hour week and on-site work.

The job involves monitoring supplies, operating equipment, collecting data, and following safety procedures. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and experience in agricultural research or animal care; an

Qualifications

• High school diploma and experience in agricultural research or animal care directly related to the area of employment.
• An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.

Responsibilities

• Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
• Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in animal health technology or agriculture-related discipline

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Performs paraprofessional duties related to agricultural research or animal care.

JOB DUTIES

• 20% - Fuel Management: Responsible for monitoring fuel levels and oil/lube supplies for research station. Maintain accurate records of consumption and order history. Place orders as needed and coordinate delivery with vendors.
• 20% - Grounds maintenance: Performs grounds and landscape maintenance of agricultural areas of research station. Operates ditch-bank cutter, backhoe, and other equipment to maintain areas properly.
• 60% - Crop Research: Assists with experimental projects and revenue crops through field preparation, planting, fertilization, cultivation, spraying, harvesting, and data collection.

JOB CODE: LA15

EMPLOYEE TYPE: Time-Limited (TLP)

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and experience in agricultural research or animal care that is directly related to the area of employment. An associate degree in animal health technology or a discipline related to agriculture may be substituted for the required work experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• JOB KNOWLEDGE Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
• BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 20%
• Recognize or inspect visually: 20%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 35%
• Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 15%
• Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 20%
• Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 20%
• Walk or move about: 15%
• Stand for Prolonged Period: 15%
• Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 20%

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mechanical hazards: 20%
• Chemical hazards: 15%
• Vibration: 15%
• Noise: 20%
• Wet and/or humid: 10%
• Exposure to dust/fumes: 20%
• Exposure to heat or cold: 20%

WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range 30,000 - 38,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL: Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION: Florence, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 8, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions.

EEO STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

COMPANY CULTURE

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.