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Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week20-40

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationGrand Junction and Fruita, CO

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

Description of Work Unit

The Western Colorado Research Center ( WCRC ) consists of three research stations that collaborate to advance knowledge in the agricultural, biological, soil, and water-related sciences, while also promoting regional engagement in community development, food systems, and natural resources projects. The three sites are: Orchard Mesa (Grand Junction, CO), Rogers Mesa (Hotchkiss, CO), and the Grand Valley (Fruita, CO).

The WCRC – Orchard Mesa ( WCRC – OM), located southeast of Grand Junction, CO focuses on tree fruits, wine grape production, ornamental horticulture and mixed vegetables. WCRC -OM is also home to the Community Food Systems Program that supports distribution of fruit and vegetables to schools and hunger relief organizations and offers hands-on service learning for K-12 students.

The WCRC - Rogers Mesa ( WCRC -RM), located west of Hotchkiss, CO, focuses on applied organic agricultural research on regional crops such as apples, peaches, grapes, and mixed vegetables. Research areas include plant disease prevention and treatment, measuring soil health through management practices, organic integrated pest management, variety and rootstock trials, and community initiatives.

The WCRC – Grand Valley ( WCRC – GV) is located northeast of Fruita,CO. Research at the WCRC – GV addresses challenges associated with conserving and efficiently using agricultural water. WCRC – GV also supports studies of integrated cropping systems, reduced tillage operations, cover crops, single season inter-cropping, as well as research on alternative crops and forages. Additional to these efforts, the station hosts crop variety trials in partnership with industry and other universities.

The position will be based at WCRC -OM in Grand Junction, CO and WCRC -GV in Fruita, CO and will regularly travel for work to the WCRC -RM in Hotchkiss, CO

Search Contact Emailgigi.richard@colostate.edu

Position Summary

This position will perform general labor and research farm support at the three research stations: WCRC -OM, WCRC -RM and WCRC -GV. Duties may include weed removal, planting, harvesting, equipment maintenance, irrigation management, plant measurements, orchard management, fruit thinning, and data collection.

The position will support WCRC research and farm activities in the field, greenhouse, laboratory, and office. The applicant must be willing to work outside for extended periods. To avoid the heat in the summer months, hours may be in early mornings and potentially evenings.

The applicant must have a current driver’s license and a personal means of transportation to/from WCRC -OM and WCRC -GV. Employee will travel regularly to WCRC -RM. This position may include occasional negotiated time on weekends. The employee will be expected to attend weekly meetings with station personnel.

Position Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others, as a team member.

• Ability to work in environmental conditions such as inclement weather and to meet daily functional demands such as strenuous and repetitive field tasks, including lifting 50 pounds.  

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in farming or gardening (at least one year).

• Strong desire to work in agriculture and/or to pursue agricultural research.

• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.

• Capable in computer applications for word processing and spreadsheet management.

Posting Details

Working TitleResearch Field Technician - WCRC-Rover

Posting Number202400528T

DepartmentWestern Colorado Research Center

Salary Range$16-$18 per hour to start

Employee Benefits

Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit areas:https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/02/benefits-summary-hourly.pdf

Close Date08/02/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Apply by emailing your current resume to:gigi.richard@colostate.edu (sri.pinnamaneni@colostate.edu) . Please also include contact information for 1 to 3 references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.

Diversity Statement

Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryField Support

Duty/Responsibility

• Weed control

• Perform planting, irrigating, cultivating, harvesting, storing crops and various tasks important to the research initiatives and farm operations at the three stations.

• Data collection, processing, and entry

Percentage Of Time100%

References

Minimum References Required1

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents