Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S13576P

Working Title

PMRC Field Crew Member

Department

Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday thru Friday 8-5, some weekend and evening work may be required.

Advertised Salary

commensurate with experience

Posting Date

05/15/2025

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

06/01/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Position Information

Classification Title

Research Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This position implements the installation, maintenance, treatment, measurement, and documentation of research field plots of a large, regional, forestry field research program from Virginia to Florida to East Texas. The individual in this position follows study work plans and established protocols in executing tasks. The individual works as part of a crew and independently. Task completion often requires the individual to solve problems regarding scheduling, safety, quality, and methods. The individual contributes to improvement in work processes through critical observation and trial and error. The employee interprets results of efforts (e.g. tree measurements, plot layout, efficiency of effort) for reasonableness, accuracy, and process quality and makes modifications as warranted.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Attention to detail

Physical Demands

• Extensive work in many environmental conditions throughout the year (e.g. hot and cold weather, rain, noxious flora and fauna).
• Occasional handling of heavy materials and working in challenging surroundings (e.g. harvested sites or sites with dense forest growth).
• Handling of pesticides and fertilizers
• Extensive travel.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, treat, measure, sample, and document PMRC research field trials, working independently or as part of a crew.
• Execute field program tasks as scheduled by PMRC Research Coordinator and Field Crew Leader and following study work plans and established protocols.
• Implement competition control, fertilization, thinning, and other treatments.
• Measure and sample planted pine and secondary vegetation.
• Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in all activities.

Percentage of time

75

Duties/Responsibilities

• Complete diverse field and laboratory tasks on grant-funded projects such as destructive biomass sampling of pine trees and secondary vegetation, tree mapping in plantations, and foliar sampling.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain PMRC fleet of vehicles including trucks, SUVs, and off-road vehicles.

Percentage of time

10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Bronson Bullock

Recruitment Contact Email

bronsonbullock@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents