Job Information
Michigan State University(MSU) Farm Manager II in East Lansing, Michigan
Position Summary
Manage the daily operations of the Plant Pathology and the Entomology Research Centers located on South campus consisting of 167 acres of fruit trees, small fruit, vegetable, and other specialty crops. Responsibilities include performing general Farm Operations, conducting Administrative Duties related to the two Centers, and managing Research Logistics at the Centers. The position requires working closely with researchers and their staff with an expectation of creating a positive environment which supports research and extension activities. Specifics of the position include but are not limited to maintaining operational records; assisting with oversight of maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment; assisting with research logistics from implementation, management, and maintenance of all projects; interviewing, hiring, and supervision of temporary staff; interacting with the faculty, researchers, students, vendors, and community; and requires a Commercial Certified Pesticide applicators license. The position will be supervised by the Assistant Director of AgBioResearch, within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
40% Farm Operations
25% Administrative Duties
25% Research Logistics
10% Other Duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which is normally acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Horticulture, Entomology, Agriculture and/or Crop and Soil Science; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in supervision, management, and crop production; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and a Pesticide Applicators license.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Summary of Physical Demands
Lift over 25 pounds.
Summary of Health Risks
Lifting over 25lbs and pesticide application.
