Research Farm Assistant 2
Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Job Posting Title:Research Farm Assistant 2
Position Type:Classified
Department:LSUAG PL1 - Central Research Stations (Gerardo R Romero (00007979))
Work Location:Ben Hur Main Office / Shop
Pay Grade:Classified Technician and Skilled Trades
Job Description:
To provide specialized routine repetitive care and maintenance of animals, crops, equipment, and facilities in a research/experimental environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of experience in the care of animals; the general care of crops, shrubs, or plants; or farm-related equipment and machinery operation.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
College credit in agricultural courses will substitute for the required experience on the basis of one semester hour for two months of experience.
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies: the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the Higher Learning Commission; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:None
Special Instructions:Location: Doyle Chambers Central Research Station, Baton Rouge, LA
Minimum Requirements: One year of experience in the care of animals; the general care of crops, shrubs, or plants; or farm-related equipment and machinery operation. For more information and Substitutions contact www.civilservice.louisiana.gov or the AgCenter HRM office.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application. Please list all work experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official application.
No testing required.
Remote work is not available for this position.
Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
Application Deadline: 11/6/2024 or until suitable candidate is identified.
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Posting Date:October 31, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):November 7, 2024
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu.
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