Agricultural Research Superintendent II

Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division Agriculture  Consumer Service Job Classification Title Agricultural Research Superintendent II (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
18

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

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Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

The Research Stations Division is hiring an Agricultural Research Superintendent II to provide leadership to the Horticultural Crops Research Station in Clinton, NC. Our mission is to manage crop and livestock facilities which serve as a platform for statewide agricultural research to make farming more efficient, productive, and profitable while maintaining a sound environment, and provide consumers with safe and affordable products.

The primary purpose of Agricultural Research Superintendent II is to provide management of multiple complex research studies related to agricultural production. This position works collaboratively with the Division Director, Superintendents of other research stations, university staff, and researchers to increase research capacity, capabilities, and efficiencies.

The major functions of this position are:
• Provide oversight and leadership for all research programs.
• Supervision of a team consisting of a research manager, research specialists, agricultural technicians, administrative specialist, and seasonal staff.
• Human Resource Management
• Fiscal Management
• Overseeing operation and maintenance of the station’s assets and real property
• Leading public relations efforts for the station.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $63,927 - $95,000

Knowledge of agricultural research methods and principles.

Knowledge of agricultural production practices

Knowledge of agricultural equipment and facility management

Skills in managing complex budgets.

Ability to lead a diverse staff.

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

Public Pesticide Applicator License Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.

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