University of Connecticut
Recruitment #180618-8934TE-001
Location |
Mansfield, CT
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Date Opened | 6/19/2018 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $33,163 - $33,163/year |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 7/3/2018 11:59:00 PM |
The Animal Science Department at the University of Connecticut College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources seeks a temporary, full-time Agricultural Worker 1 to begin work immediately through October 2018. This person will work under the general supervision of the Executive Program Director or other senior employee. The work schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and the hourly salary is $16.94. This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that effect campus operations. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical and criminal background check.
In order to be considered for these job openings, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. If selected for an interview, you will be asked to supply the names, titles and phone numbers of three, work related references which must include one current or previous supervisor. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical and criminal background check.
Questions pertaining to this position should be directed to UConn HR’s Services Unit phone number, 860-486-3034.
In a state agency facility or institution this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in skilled agriculture work.
Provide general animal care to include feeding, watering of animals; lifting and carrying grain bags and bales of hay; load/unload hay; shovel manure; application of pesticides to CAHNR crop fields and pastures; maintenance and minor servicing of agricultural equipment, including tractors, tillage equipment, seeders, spreaders, mowers, harvesters and other related equipment; construction and maintenance of CAHNR agricultural fencing; maintenance of grounds in agricultural areas. May lead student labor as assigned. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to be used during many activities.
Knowledge of methods used in culture and propagation of crops, produce, plants, flowers and orchards; knowledge of care, health and management of animals; some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to operate and maintain equipment related to particular agricultural area; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
College training in agriculture or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp
Information concerning the University’s policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement, Non-Discrimination Policy, Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConn’s Job page at: https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.