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Temporary Research Garden Assistant - Griffin

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Posting Information

Posting Number: G/R17426P

Working Title: Temporary Research Garden Assistant – Griffin

Department: CAES–Griffin Campus

Employment Type: Employee

Schedule: Monday\-Friday; work hours will vary to meet the summer schedule

Anticipated Start Date: 06/01/2022

Advertising Salary: $12.00

Location of Vacancy: Griffin Area

About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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@uga.edu).

Key Responsibilities

Plant and maintain flower beds (50% of time)

Water container gardens (30% of time)

Mow grass when needed (20% of time)

Qualifications

High School Graduate

Knowledge of gardening/plants

Ability to work outdoors, light lifting, bending

Driving required

Must hold a security access designation (public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Additional Information

FLSA status: Non‑Exempt

FTE: 0.50

Position Classification: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Is this position required to have operation, access or control of financial resources? No

Is this position required to have a P‑Card? No

Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes

Background Investigation Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the recruitment contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: Ben Fields Recruitment Contact Email: bwf1@uga.edu

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