Research Farm Supervisor III

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jan 10, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Farm Supervisor III
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	NJAES Horticulture III
Overview	The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state. In addition, off-campus field stations and farms focus on research ranging from support for fisheries, agriculture and allied businesses to support for youth and teens, while several centers and institutes on the George H. Cook Campus at Rutgers-New Brunswick engage in world-class research to provide solutions for a range of issues faced by New Jersey residents.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Farm Supervisor III for the NJAES Horticulture III department. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Supervises the daily tasks and duties involved in the operation of a New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) Horticulture Farm 1 and 3. Assists in the operation's long-range planning. Interacts with and provides technical assistance to faculty project leaders as it relates to the successful implementation of their research programs.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	04
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	57356.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	71372.00
Annual Maximum Salary	85388.00
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Two (2) years of relevant experience.
Certifications/Licenses	Valid New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Commercial Pesticide Applicators license (category 1A). Valid NJ driver's license required. Must pass the University's defensive driving course within three months of hire.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Demonstrated experience with the establishment and maintenance of experiments. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) and web-based applications. Effective communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications	Five (5) years of experience in a greenhouse. Two years' experience of staff supervision/management of farm/greenhouse personnel. Research farm/greenhouse experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of NJDEP regulations that affect farm operations. Excellent people skills with attention to detail and accuracy required for supervision of farm staff. Extensive knowledge of pesticides, fertilizers, soil amendments and greenhouse operations. NJDEP certification for worker protection standard training.
Equipment Utilized	Computers and associated software including word processing, spreadsheet and web-based applications. Wide variety of farm/agricultural equipment including, but not limited to, tractors, mowers, irrigation systems, pesticide sprayers, climate control software, electronic test equipment for troubleshooting and greenhouse equipment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to work in the hot humid conditions of field plots and greenhouses. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to climb and work on a ladder. Must be able to walk the distances between greenhouses for work and inspection.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0004
Posting Open Date	01/10/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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