Research Specialist​/Hybrid

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division Agriculture  Consumer Service Job Classification Title Agricultural Research Specialist (S)
Position NumberGradeNC
12

About UsThe N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work
*** This is a re-advertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered.
*** The Tidewater Research Station is hiring an Agricultural Research Specialist to manage assigned research projects related to agricultural crop production and the mechanical and infrastructure resources needed to support the research platform at the station.

Our ideal candidate would have experience in crop production, including planting, cultivating and harvesting various crops. Th ability to operate and repair farm equipment as well as experience in maintenance of irrigation systems. If you are passionate about working in agriculture this is a great opportunity to join our Research Stations team!

Primary responsibilities include:

Manage assigned research projects related to agricultural crop production.

Collaboration with project leaders

Provide supervision over a team of research technicians, as well as seasonal staff.

Major function is to serve as a maintenance mechanic:
Ensure all equipment and infrastructure required to implement multiple complex research projects are properly  charge of scheduling, operating and maintenance of the station’s equipment program.

Perform basic vehicle and farm equipment repairs.

Perform basic carpentry, painting, electrical and plumbing.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $60,000

Knowledge of horticultural crops, field crops and plastic culture production

Knowledge of understanding of research principles and methods

Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, repair, calibration and capabilities of equipment, implements and infrastructure found on an agricultural research station.

Ability to operate and maintain specialized equipment used in field research

Physical requirements include the ability to perform long periods of repetitive reaching, stooping, standing, bending and lifting of 50 lbs in a variety of work environments are require

Must possess the following at the time of application or qualify for certification within twelve (12) months of employment:

CDL Driver License Public Pesticide Applicator License Forklift Driver Certificate issued by the Research Division Medical clearance to wear a half mask or full-face respirator with cartridges

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Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing.

All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

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