Inside Higher Ed
Agricultural/Animal Associate II Charleston, SC
Inside Higher Ed, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Overview
Agricultural/Animal Associate II Charleston, SC — Join to apply for the Agricultural/Animal Associate II Charleston, SC role at Inside Higher Ed. Job Summary
Assists with agricultural research by operating and maintaining farm equipment. Assists with maintenance of buildings, grounds and other infrastructure used for agricultural research. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Duties
30% - Essential - Operates and coordinates farm vehicles and equipment use in research field preparation, planting, fertilizing, maintaining, spraying, harvesting and breakdown of field at end of project. Operates hand, power and shop tools for maintenance of farm equipment and general ground maintenance. Performs annual, emergency and needed maintenance for farm equipment to include farm vehicles. 20% - Essential - Assists the Farm Manager in the selection of summer, temporary and other farm staff. Provides training to new employees on tasks as well as maintenance training to farm employees. Acts as Lead by guiding the work of others who perform similar tasks. Performs supervisory duties as well as other essential duties of the Farm Manager in his absence. 20% - Essential - Assists, in coordination with Researcher's team and Farm Manager, with the establishment, maintenance and completion of research field plots. This includes layout, setup, fertilization and maintenance regimes, harvest and field breakdown at the end of project. Makes timely suggestions for field work design or improvements for farm operation to Farm Manager and Center Director. 15% - Essential - Keeps records of equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, pesticide application, and personnel training. Assists Farm Manager in recording and maintaining field operations, farm and other maintenance records. 15% - Essential - Repairs and maintains equipment and buildings with available tools using safe, efficient and effective methods. Assists Farm Manager in the management and security needs of the Research Center. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements
Education - Bachelor's Degree in animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Responsibilities
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. Supervisory Responsibilities
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work. Budgetary Responsibilities
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. Physical Requirements
5% Stand for prolonged period 20% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 45% Walk or move about 25% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 5% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 5% Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl) 10% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 10% Recognize or inspect visually 5% Move, transport, raise or lower 10% Extends hands or arms in any direction 5% Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors 70% Perceive, observe, clarity of vision Working Conditions
80% Exposure to heat or cold 5% Exposure to dust/fumes 30% Wet or humid 10% Noise 10% Vibration 5% Mechanical hazards 5% Chemical hazards 10% Electrical hazards 10% Radiant energy hazards Work Schedule
Standard Hours: 37.5 Compensation Information
Expected Salary Range: $39,764.00 - $52,100.00 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines. Location
CHARLESTON, SC Application Deadline
Apply by 3 November, 2025 Legal and Compliance
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. Veteran Preference applies as described by state policy. To claim Veteran Preference, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application. Postings and Related Roles
Other postings include: Summer Agricultural Worker - Coastal Research & Education Center (Clemson, SC), Post Doctoral Fellow roles in Agricultural Sciences and related fields. For more information and to apply, visit the official Clemson jobs site. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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Agricultural/Animal Associate II Charleston, SC — Join to apply for the Agricultural/Animal Associate II Charleston, SC role at Inside Higher Ed. Job Summary
Assists with agricultural research by operating and maintaining farm equipment. Assists with maintenance of buildings, grounds and other infrastructure used for agricultural research. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Duties
30% - Essential - Operates and coordinates farm vehicles and equipment use in research field preparation, planting, fertilizing, maintaining, spraying, harvesting and breakdown of field at end of project. Operates hand, power and shop tools for maintenance of farm equipment and general ground maintenance. Performs annual, emergency and needed maintenance for farm equipment to include farm vehicles. 20% - Essential - Assists the Farm Manager in the selection of summer, temporary and other farm staff. Provides training to new employees on tasks as well as maintenance training to farm employees. Acts as Lead by guiding the work of others who perform similar tasks. Performs supervisory duties as well as other essential duties of the Farm Manager in his absence. 20% - Essential - Assists, in coordination with Researcher's team and Farm Manager, with the establishment, maintenance and completion of research field plots. This includes layout, setup, fertilization and maintenance regimes, harvest and field breakdown at the end of project. Makes timely suggestions for field work design or improvements for farm operation to Farm Manager and Center Director. 15% - Essential - Keeps records of equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, pesticide application, and personnel training. Assists Farm Manager in recording and maintaining field operations, farm and other maintenance records. 15% - Essential - Repairs and maintains equipment and buildings with available tools using safe, efficient and effective methods. Assists Farm Manager in the management and security needs of the Research Center. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements
Education - Bachelor's Degree in animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Responsibilities
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. Supervisory Responsibilities
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work. Budgetary Responsibilities
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. Physical Requirements
5% Stand for prolonged period 20% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 45% Walk or move about 25% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc 5% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder) 5% Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl) 10% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 10% Recognize or inspect visually 5% Move, transport, raise or lower 10% Extends hands or arms in any direction 5% Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors 70% Perceive, observe, clarity of vision Working Conditions
80% Exposure to heat or cold 5% Exposure to dust/fumes 30% Wet or humid 10% Noise 10% Vibration 5% Mechanical hazards 5% Chemical hazards 10% Electrical hazards 10% Radiant energy hazards Work Schedule
Standard Hours: 37.5 Compensation Information
Expected Salary Range: $39,764.00 - $52,100.00 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines. Location
CHARLESTON, SC Application Deadline
Apply by 3 November, 2025 Legal and Compliance
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. Veteran Preference applies as described by state policy. To claim Veteran Preference, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application. Postings and Related Roles
Other postings include: Summer Agricultural Worker - Coastal Research & Education Center (Clemson, SC), Post Doctoral Fellow roles in Agricultural Sciences and related fields. For more information and to apply, visit the official Clemson jobs site. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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