Ruter Student Assistant #2

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia’s CAES-Horticulture department is seeking student workers to assist with the operational management of field and container production of ornamental nursery crops, and to support greenhouse and laboratory operations. This role is based at the Durham Horticulture Farm in Watkinsville, GA, and will involve practical hands-on tasks aligned with an ornamental plant breeding program.

The Ruter Student Assistant #2 position begins on 03/01/2022, is 0.50 FTE, and continuation

Job description

Posting Number

G/R16306P

Working Title

Ruter Student Assistant #2

Department

CAES-Horticulture

Employment Type

Employee

Anticipated Start Date

02/21/2022

Posting Date

02/09/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

Classification Title

Student Assistant

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

0.50

Position Summary

The University of Georgia Department of Horticulture is seeking applicants as student workers with responsibility of operational management of field and container production of ornamental nursery crops along with supporting greenhouse and laboratory operations. Recruits will work to support an ornamental plant breeding program located at the Durham Horticulture Farm in Watkinsville, GA. The initial start date for this position is 3/1/2022 and continuation of the positions are contingent upon future funding.

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. For assistance with your application or login, please email [e-mail].

Recruitment Contact Name

John Ruter

Recruitment Contact Email

[e-mail]