RESEARCH FARM SUPERVISOR

Research Farm Supervisor

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of eight campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture's valuable contributions to the state's economy.

The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana.

We are looking for a Research Farm Supervisor that is passionate about agriculture, research, and can lead a team conducting several projects at one time.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in research farming or in farm management; OR Four years of experience in farming; OR Eighteen semester hours in an agricultural, plant science, or animal science field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties :

As a Research Farm Supervisor, you will provide supervision of lower level research farm personnel, student employees, and / or seasonal workers to support the research faculty. In this role, you will :

• Maintain accurate attendance and research records for the Greenhouse, including billing and procuring materials and supplies in support of up to 32 research projects at a time.
• Performs advanced greenhouse and project maintenance tasks, including calibrating and adjusting sensitive equipment, calculating chemical application rates, and conducting basic laboratory tests.
• Supervises and assigns tasks to employees involved in greenhouse research projects. Oversees plant propagation, health monitoring, equipment operations, and the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Assists the Heavy Equipment Unit, including equipment oversight, task assignment, and project prioritization. Operate machinery such as bulldozers, motor graders, and excavators as needed.
• Provide technical supervision and support of other agricultural research areas, including aquaculture and general agricultural research.
• Maintains grounds and supports ongoing projects at the Aquaculture Facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details :

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply :

Contact Information :

For further information about this vacancy contact : Rebecca Smelley at rsmelley@agcenter.lsu.edu.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program :

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https : / / info.groupbenefits.org / Parental Leave Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https : / / www.civilservice.louisiana.gov / Parental-Leave / Default.aspx Holidays and Leave State employees receive the following paid holidays each year :

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to) :