Research Farm Specialist 2

About This Job

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of nine campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture’s valuable contributions to the state’s economy.

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of nine campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture’s valuable contributions to the state’s economy.

• Two years of experience in research farming or in farm management;
• Three years of experience in farming;
• Twelve semester hours in an agricultural field.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

As a Research Farm Specialist 2, you will have the following job duties:

• Assists with implementation of research and outreach projects including propagation and transplants, field preparation, planting, data collection, harvesting, postharvest storage, and educational programs. (50%)
• Mixes and applies liquid and granular fungicides, insecticides and herbicides in accordance with Federal and State label directions and follows all rules and regulations set forth by the University, the state, and EPA. (15%)
• Operates, maintains and makes adjustments to complex agricultural equipment and/or equipment that are vital to agronomic research, including planters, combines, spray rigs, and various makes and models of research equipment and tractors. (15%)
• Assists with maintenance of trucks and ATVs, lawn mowers, and small equipment such as string trimmers and chain saws including oil changes, lubrication, cleaning, and blade sharpening. (15%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

• Appointment Type:
  This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
• Work Schedule:
  
  40 hours per week, M-F, with the potential for some weekend work during harvest season and special events.
• Compensation:
  The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
• Location:
  
  Botanic Gardens, Baton Rouge, La.
• This position is not eligible for remote employment.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

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Up to six weeks paid parental leave

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State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New’s Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran’s Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others