Student Assistant- McAvoy

Overview

Student Assistant
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Position Details

Posting Number: G/R32028P

Working Title:

Student Assistant
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Department: CAES-Horticulture

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Employment Type:

Employee

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Location of Vacancy – Tifton Area

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Assist with field trials, land preparation, sowing, transplanting, crop maintenance, harvesting, postharvest evaluation and land cleanup and data entry.

Classification

Title:

Student Assistant

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

UGA Job Code: (see posting)

FTE: .50

Minimum Qualifications:

Will perform a variety of duties involved in the projects and activities of Dr. McAvoy’s vegetable research program such as land preparation, sowing, transplanting, crop maintenance, harvesting, postharvest evaluation and land cleanup. Data collection and entry abilities are preferred. All tasks will be performed under the direction and supervision of the horticulture technician.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or

Competencies:

Good communication skills; follow both oral and written instructions; ability to work effectively on an independent basis; as well as in a team-focused environment; knowledge and skill in the operation of computers and MS Office Suite program.

Physical Demands:
Lift up to 50 lbs. consistently; bend, stoop, climb, etc.; work outdoors in varying weather conditions; driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is this a Position of Trust? No

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