Agriculture Professional-ADS/FRS, Tifton
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: November 14, 2024
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S12670P
Working Title
Agriculture Professional-ADS/FRS, Tifton
Department
CAES-Tifton Campus
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated
as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified
institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than
235 years of academic and professional achievements and our
continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked
among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.
The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65
miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta,
Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000
faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's
enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000
undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.
Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a
medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA
Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
In 2018, The UGA Tifton Campus began a yearlong Centennial
celebration with various events to commemorate its 100th
anniversary of providing updated research to the community.
Research is done on a wide range of commodities, including cotton,
peanuts, vegetables and turf grass, all of which make agriculture
the No. 1 industry in Georgia.
In 2004, a teaching program was initiated and it has been growing
ever since. College-level instruction on campus is aimed at
undergraduate and graduate-degree level study.
College/Unit/Department website
http://www.caes.uga.edu/campuses/tifton.html
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Work schedule will be determined by supervisor; however, it will
include some weekends and holidays.
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
09/17/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
10/28/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200
miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA
and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.
Location of Vacancy
Tifton Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic
information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or
protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or
assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this
search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26
institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the
System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity,
Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the
foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG
community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding
these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values
and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2
and can be found online at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online
at .
Position Information
Classification Title
Agriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an
apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of
education/experience in lieu of the required minimum
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
The principal duties of the position include, but are not limited
to, 1) providing day-to-day support of research, under the
direction of the ADS Sr. Farm Manager, of the operation of a beef
research farm of approximately 900 acres, 2) direct involvement in
all aspects of daily care of beef cattle, including feeding,
breeding, calving, forage management, herd health, feedlot
management, etc., 3) working with faculty and other farm staff to
ensure that the research, teaching, and extension missions are
accomplished, 4) performing all tasks related to fencing, making
facility improvements and repairs, and other tasks as
requested.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
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 having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
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
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with
financial responsibilities. For additional information about the
credit check criteria, visit the .
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 .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Research Program
Percentage of time
55
Duties/Responsibilities
Breeding Program
Percentage of time
25
Duties/Responsibilities
Calving
Percentage of time
20
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