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Georgia Employer FARM MANAGER - IRON HORSE FARM in Athens, Georgia

Posting DetailsPosting Details Posting Number S10461P Working T Itle Farm Manager - Iron Horse Farm Department CAES-Campbell Rsch & Ed Ctr 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 (). 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 Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information After normal business hours as needed along with weekends, holidays, nights, etc. Advertised Salary \$60,000 (Commensurate with Experience) Posting Date 05/18/2023 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 06/12/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy 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).Position Information Classification T Itle Agriculture/Forestry Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Baccalaureate in agricultural field, must have experience in field-scale production of row crops common to the Piedmont region of Georgia; specifically corn, soybeans, cotton and small grains. Must have demonstrated knowledge and experience with center pivot irrigation systems. Must have a working knowledge of common precision ag. technologies. Must have demonstrated knowledge and experience in drying and storing grain. Associate\'s degree with considerable experience in above fields will be considered. Pass a background check, pesticide applicator\'s license, licensed driver in GA. Position Summary The Farm Manager position will be located at the J. Phil Campbell Sr. Research and Education Center - Iron Horse Farm, in Greene County, Georgia. The Farm Manager will be responsible for the day to day operations of a 660-acre research farm. Under direction from the REC superintendent, the Farm Manager will be expected to work closely with CAES faculty to coordinate... For full info follow application link.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, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.