Posting Detail Information

Working TitleSLVRC Operations Technician

Position LocationCenter, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202400694AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$55,000 - $70,000 with applicable benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Signing bonus of up to $1,000 may be considered for successful candidates.

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Desired Start Date05/20/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/19/2024

Description of Work Unit

The San Luis Valley Research Center is part of a network of 7 research centers (9 sites) throughout the state. The first San Luis Valley Research Center ( SLVRC ) 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. Research on cultural practices including disease and pest studies was also conducted. In the early 1920s, the Colorado Certified Seed Growers Association initiated a seed certification program located on the Colorado State University campus which was co- located at the SLVRC in 1964.

Position Summary

• The position will provide SLVRC research and farm operations support in the field, shop, and office.

• This position will coordinate facilities maintenance and repair; equipment purchase, maintenance, usage, and scheduling; and perform general labor and research farm duties to support the SLVRC . Duties may include planting, harvesting, pest control, equipment maintenance, irrigation management, plant measurements, and data collection.

• This position reports to the Manager of the SLVRC .

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, OR Associate’s degree plus 2 years of professional work experience, OR High School Diploma (or GED ) plus four years of professional experience. Degree(s) and/or professional experience with an emphasis in field crop production.

• Ability to operate large and small modern farm equipment.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others as a team member.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of this position that include heavy lifting (50 lbs. on a frequent basis); manual dexterity; stooping; kneeling; crouching; reaching; and handling.

• Flexibility to accommodate Flexible Work Arrangements ( FWA ) and to meet seasonal demands as well as varied working hours extending into the evening and/or weekend.

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the start date of the position. SLVRC will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Experience in irrigated cropping systems

• Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing center pivot irrigations systems

• Current Colorado Commercial Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Applicator license (in the appropriate categories) or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment

• Skills and experience in welding and general mechanic work

• Supervisory experience.

Diversity Statement

Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and/or diversity/inclusion activities.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryField & Research Operations

Duty/Responsibility

• Conduct field, irrigation, farm operations using large and small scale machinery, equipment and vehicles.

• Meet demands during peak spring planting, spraying and fertilizing, summer irrigation and fall harvest and tillage.

• Operate heavy, technically advanced equipment, provide hauling/trucking with vehicles requiring appropriate license; apply and mix chemicals needed to optimize crop production and research needs; and support other critical farm operational duties.

• Provide Farm operations support a significant number of researchers, stakeholders and external clientele.

• Supervisory control of temporary seasonal staff.

Percentage Of Time75

Job Duty CategoryAgricultural Infrastructure Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

• Identify needs andconduct repairs and maintenance of facilities, infrastructure, machinery and equipment.

• Also recommend maintenance and replacement schedule to management.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryFarm Recordkeeping and Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

• Assist the manager to keep and maintain records in electronic FarmLogic online program.

• Assist with data entry and tracking of project services. Assist with general office and business needs.

Percentage Of Time5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for two professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - CO Commercial Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Applicator License

Search ContactTroy.Bauder@colostste.edu

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References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested2

Maximum Requested2

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents