<p>Position Details</p> <p>Position Information</p> <p>Recruitment/Posting Title Seasonal Agricultural Worker (Summer) Posting Number 25TM0154 Department SEBS - RAREC Overview</p> <p>The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.</p> <p>In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.</p> <p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker for School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.</p> <p>Among the key duties of the position are the following:</p> <ul> <li>Provides basic level technical support for field and laboratory research. </li><li>Participates in setup of all experiments, maintains insect colonies, conducts routine maintenance in fruit plots and maintains greenhouse plantings. </li><li>Works independently and under direct supervision to assist in data collection for entomological field trials. </li><li>Performs laboratory, and semi-field trials. </li></ul> <p>Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week 40 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement</p> <ul> <li>This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. </li></ul> <p>FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary $16.00 - $25.00/hourly Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits</p> <p>Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.</p> <p>Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimum Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience. </li></ul> <p>Certifications/Licenses Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>General knowledge of agriculture production. </li></ul> <p>Equipment Utilized</p> <ul> <li>Mowers and other farm equipment. </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands and Work Environment</p> <ul> <li>Ability to work safely around agricultural equipment and operate tractors, mowers and other farm equipment. </li><li>Must be capable of working under outdoor field conditions and able to lift 50 lbs. </li></ul> <p>Special Conditions</p> <ul> <li>2 vacancies. </li></ul> <p>Posting Details</p> <p>Posting Open Date 04/23/2025 Posting Close Date 05/07/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Off Campus City Bridgeton State NJ Location Details</p> <p>Pre-employment Screenings</p> <p>All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.</p> <p>Immunization Requirements</p> <p>Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.</p> <p>Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</p> <p>It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have high school/vocational school education or equivalent experience? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume/CV </li><li>List of Professional References (contact Info) </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p>