Greenhouse & Field Labor Job at Colorado State University
Colorado State University Center, CO 81125
$12.32 - $13.32 an hour
Classification Title
Temporary Hourly
Employment Category
Temporary
Is this an Hourly position?
Yes
Work Hours/Week
0-40
Overtime Eligible?
Yes
Position Location
Center, CO 81125
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?
Description of Work Unit
The San Luis Valley Research Center is part of a network of 7 research centers (10 sites) throughout the state. The first San Luis Valley Research Center was established in 1888 (the same year the main station at Fort Collins was established) on 200 acres of state land near the Rio Grande River, seven miles east of Del Norte. The research center has a continuing commitment to the people of the San Luis Valley (SLV) and the State of Colorado to provide research information, conduct extension education and seed certification programs. Beginning in 1940, the principal research activity was focused on selecting potato varieties adaptable to the region. In 1979 a potato breeding program was initiated to complement the selection activity. Current research and extension programs include potato pathology, crop management and field physiology, postharvest physiology, and seed certification. In the early 1920s, the Colorado Certified Seed Potato Growers’ Association initiated a seed certification program located on the Colorado State University main campus which was co located at the SLVRC in 1964.
Search Contact Email
Caroline.Gray@colostate.edu
Position Summary
This position assists the Potato Breeding and Selection program in various aspects, including greenhouse, field and laboratory tasks related to the development of new potato cultivars.
Position Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to work in outdoor field, greenhouse, potato cellar, and laboratory environments.
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work evening and weekend hours during peak season.
- Attention to detail, ability to maintain quality records.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of this position, which include ability to lift up to 50 lbs. daily during harvest season and will require manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and handling.
- Ability to work in environmental conditions to include exposure to weather and noise. Hazards include: working in proximity to moving, mechanical parts and exposure to chemicals used in weed/pest control and fertilization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an agriculture related field.
- Experience in a lab environment.
- Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by start date.
Posting Details
Working Title
Greenhouse & Field Labor
Posting Number
202100025T
Department
San Luis Valley Research Center
Salary Range
$12.32 to $13.32 per hour
Employee Benefits
Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/02/benefits-summary-hourly.pdf
Close Date
05/31/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Apply by email to: caroline.gray@colostate.edu
or in person:
San Luis Valley Research Center
Attn: Potato Breeding
0249 East Road 9 North
Center, CO 81125
or in person:
San Luis Valley Research Center
Attn: Potato Breeding
0249 East Road 9 North
Center, CO 81125
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Diversity Statement
- Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
Essential Job Duties
Job Duty Category
Greenhouse & Field Support
Duty/Responsibility
- Perform cross-pollinations.
- Plant, maintain and harvest greenhouse seed stocks for research and for the San Luis Valley Research Center potato seed production.
- Organize and inventory greenhouse seed stocks in preparation of cold storage.
- Extract and inventory true potato seed.
- Maintain a clean and organized work space.
- Mark off, plant and harvest field research yield plots.
- Plant, rogue, maintain, and harvest field generational seed stocks.
Percentage Of Time
85
Job Duty Category
Lab support
Duty/Responsibility
Prepare tubers, fry, and chipper for post harvest testing.
Percentage Of Time
15
References
Minimum References Required
Maximum References Required
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