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Rutgers The State University Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Farm Crew Leader in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Farm Crew Leader
Posting Number 25TM0098
Department Rutgers Gardens
Overview
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.
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.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Farm Crew Leader for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.Among the key duties of the position are the following:
  • Conducts various aspects of vegetable cultivation and distribution, including seed propagation, field preparation, planting, weeding, harvesting, and packing produce.
  • Assists with training and leading farm-based activities of students, interns, and volunteers.
  • Assists with the coordination and distribution of produce from the farm to end users (including CSA members, farmers market customers, and local food pantries).
  • Assists in the preparation, setup, operation, and clean-up of the Rutgers Gardens Student Farm vendor booth at the weekly Cook's Market farmers market.
  • Helps ensure a clean, safe working environment through appropriate clean-up and maintaining organization on the farm and at the farmers market.
  • Contributes to weekly work planning and implementation of farm tasks.
  • Assists in farm projects as necessary; including, but not limited to, farm infrastructure installation, repair, and expansion.
  • Completes generalized plant care and landscape maintenance tasks to be completed in an outdoor and/or greenhouse setting as needed.
  • Assists in the documentation of field production, harvest, and sales records.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week up to 40
Daily Work Shift Rotating
Work Arrangement
  • This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary $16.00 - $20.00/hourly
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.
Certifications/Licenses
  • Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with the following: growing diversified vegetables for commercial food production on a small-scale farm; organic, no-till production systems; pest and weed management, soil preparation, crop cultivation and harvesting; farm equipment, water/irrigation, harvest, storage, and other practical aspects of farming; operating a farmers market stand.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Equipment Utilized
  • Utility vehicles (workman), power tools, mowers, string trimmers and similar farm/landscape equipment, hand tools, seeding and harvesting equipment consistent with agricultural operations.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must have the ability to routinely work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
  • Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
Special Conditions
  • Must be available to work weekends and hours outside of a traditional workday (including early morning and/or evening hours) as scheduled.
Posting Details

Posting Open Date 03/10/2025
Posting Close Date 03/17/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City North Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

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.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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, p regnancy, 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

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