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Temporary Variety Testing Assistant - Mailhot

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Posting Number:

G/R19323P

Working Title:

Temporary Variety Testing Assistant - Mailhot

Department:

CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

Location of Vacancy:

Griffin Area

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

Monday-Friday; work hours will vary.

Advertised Salary:

$12.75

Anticipated Start Date:

09/19/2022

Posting Date:

09/12/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Summary:

This is a part‑time (up to 20 hours per week) position. The assistant will be working in the Variety Testing program, performing seed lab activities and sometimes field work. This position will report to Daniel Mailhot, Program Director.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Supporting seed lab activities including inventory, packaging, quality evaluations and ginning of cotton samples. (60%)

Supporting field activities including planting, data collection, and harvest. (30%)

Cleaning of workspace and state vehicles. (10%)

Relevant/Preferred Education:

High School Graduate.

Contact Daniel Mailhot at daniel.mailhot@uga.edu for a review of qualifications prior to applying.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:

Good time management skills. Ability to remain productively engaged in work activities.

Physical Demands:

Driving. Occasionally lift 30‑lb bags, sitting, standing, reaching, pulling, bending and walking. Tolerance of outdoor working conditions including sun, heat, humidity, insects, and potentially dust. Indoor exposures include dust and potentially noise.

*Includes some exposure to peanut and wheat allergens.

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 driving a requirement of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does This Position Have Security Access?

Yes

Background Investigation Policy:

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. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact:

Daniel Mailhot

Email:

daniel.mailhot@uga.edu

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@uga.edu).

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