Temporary Technician (Bier)

Department

website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date / / 5 Posting Date / / 5 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Augusta Area EOO 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@ ). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2..1.2 and can be found online at policymanual / section8 / C / #p8.2._personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at policymanual / section6 / C3 . Duties / Responsibilities Duties / Responsibilities Preparation and field work to collect macroinvertebrates and estimate aquatic plant density including labeling sample bottles, ordering supplies, organizing field equipment, walking to field sites, wading through streams, collecting and preserving macroinvertebrates. Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Identification of macroinvertebrates including being given instruction on identification, microscopy, filling out and organizing datasheets. Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities Basic management of the supervisor’s laboratory (order and organize supplies, adherence safety protocols, basic equipment maintenance). Percentage of time 3

Position Details

Position Information Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1. Minimum Qualifications Position Summary This position is for a research support technician who will assist in the collection and identification of aquatic macroinvertebrates from stream ecosystems and aquatic plant density surveys at a constructed wetland at the Savannah River Site. We anticipate this temporary technician position to last from August th through December 5 pending funding.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies Physical Demands Field work that includes hot and humid conditions with biting insects in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter. Tasks will include wading into streams and wetlands, carrying equipment to the field sites (distance can be around a mile), lifting heavy objects (>

lbs), and viewing macroinvertebrates through a microscope at the lab bench for long periods. Is this a Position of Trust? Yes 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 Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 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) Yes 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 .

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 Raven Bier Recruitment Contact Email rbier@ Recruitment Contact Phone