Student Assistant - Czarnota
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Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number | G/R19483P |
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Working Title | Student Assistant - Czarnota |
Department | CAES-Horticulture |
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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 | |
College/Unit/Department website | |
Employment Type | Employee |
Additional Schedule Information | Monday-Friday; work hours will vary around the student’s class schedule. |
Advertised Salary | $12.75 - $18.00 |
Anticipated Start Date | 10/03/2022 |
Posting Date | 09/23/2022 |
Closing Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions to Applicants | |
Location of Vacancy | Griffin Area |
EOO 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). |
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities | Nursery/Greenhouse: work including but is not limited to potting, pruning, weeding, grafting, seeding, data entry, maintaining research plots, watering, fertilizer and pesticide applications running and maintaining nursery equipment located at the campus and local research farms. |
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Percentage of time | 50 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Laboratory work: including but is not limited to washing dishes, preparing research samples, processing samples, data entry, running and maintaining lab equipment. |
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Percentage of time | 25 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Teaching & Extension: help with activities associated with preparation of teaching a weed science lab and assist with editing extension publications. |
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Percentage of time | 25 |
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title | Student Assistant |
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FLSA | Non-Exempt |
UGA Job Code | |
FTE | 0.50 |
Minimum Qualifications | |
Position Summary | This position will assist faculty and staff with greenhouse, research and field plots. As well as help with extension and teaching activities. This position will work both indoors and outdoors with minimum supervision. There will also be some work in a greenhouse environment. Duties may also include intermittent out-of-town travel to research plots. Computer experience with word processing, spread sheet, and graphics software is a plus. |
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position | High School diploma/GED; Training will be provided on all processes and equipment when necessary. |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies | Ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, and general mechanical aptitude. |
Physical Demands | Lift 50 pounds and work in inclement weather, as needed (i.e., rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.) |
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 |
Is driving a requirement 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 |
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 Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details | For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. |
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Recruitment Contact Name | Mark Czarnota |
Recruitment Contact Email | mac30@uga.edu |
Recruitment Contact Phone |
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information