Inside Higher Ed
Assistant to Research Station Superintendent, FRS-Tifton
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604
Assistant to Research Station Superintendent, FRS-Tifton
Posting Number : S14531P
Department : CAES-Tifton Campus
Location : Tifton Area
Posting Date : 12/19/2025
Proposed Starting Date : 02/01/2026
Employment Type : Employee, Full Time
Benefits Eligibility : Benefits Eligible
Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP
FLSA : Exempt
Percentage of Time : 55% Farm Operations, 35% Timber Management, 5% P-Card Duties, 5% Miscellaneous
Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Position Summary This position is responsible for collaborating with the superintendent to manage farm maintenance of research fields, timber management, farm/heavy equipment operations, roads, buildings and other facilities. The applicant will provide research/Extension support in a variety of crops and disciplines as needed with all aspects of the research farms and associated specialized equipment; supervision of student workers; oversee harvesting and storing/transport of field crops; performing repairs and maintenance of farm buildings and equipment; facilitate installation and operation of irrigation systems such as laterals, pivots, solid sets and hard hoses; manage fire breaks in standing timber; manage farm roads. The role involves prioritizing work, troubleshooting issues, and making operational decisions to ensure efficiency and safety; taking initiative in problem solving and resource management at a high level of independence. Direction is received from the FRS superintendent. PCARD.
Responsibilities
Work with the superintendent in developing and implementing an overall plan of operations for the eight outlying farms located around the Tifton Campus, including long range plans for farm improvement and farm resource use.
Collaborate on fiscal budgets and physical resources; develop annual spending plans, forecast needs, and allocate funds for projects.
Make recommendations on soil samples, fertilizers, lime use, crops, cultural practices, and machinery maintenance databases.
Manage inventory of tools, shop equipment, and parts; recommend purchases and repairs; direct purchase requests.
Supervise installation and operation of irrigation systems such as laterals, pivots, solid sets, and hard hoses.
Attend to mowing, harvesting, storing, and transporting crops.
Direct repairs and maintenance of farm buildings, equipment storage barns, and grain bins.
Transport state property (trucks, bulldozers, excavators, motor graders, combines, large tractors, bucket trucks, forklifts, skid-steers, backhoes) safely between farms.
Develop and implement training for employees and new hires.
Collaborate with the Georgia Forestry Commission and superintendent for long-term timber management plans; handle fire breaks, prescribed burns, timber sales, and access roads.
Investigate and manage wildlife complaints; bait and trap as needed.
Serve as department P-card holder; submit approvals, complete transactions, reconcile statements, upload reconciliation packets.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Extensive knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools and equipment used for row crops and vegetable crops.
Knowledge of guidance systems.
Skill operating heavy machinery: bulldozer, excavator, forklift, backhoe.
Maintenance knowledge and skill for heavy machinery.
Proficiency in Word and Excel; maintain records and prepare reports.
Physical Demands
Heavy lifting, climbing, bending, squatting.
Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Driving and pulling trailers on public roads.
Security and Financial Responsibilities Position includes driving responsibilities, is a Position of Trust, has access to financial resources, requires a P-Card, has security access.
Credit and Background Check Policy Credit check required for positions with financial responsibilities. Background investigation includes criminal background check, credential verification, reference checks, and possible drug test. Refer to UGA Credit Background Check and UGA Background Check websites.
Contact Details Recruitment Contact:
Andy Carter
Email:
andyc@uga.edu
EEO Policy 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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Department : CAES-Tifton Campus
Location : Tifton Area
Posting Date : 12/19/2025
Proposed Starting Date : 02/01/2026
Employment Type : Employee, Full Time
Benefits Eligibility : Benefits Eligible
Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP
FLSA : Exempt
Percentage of Time : 55% Farm Operations, 35% Timber Management, 5% P-Card Duties, 5% Miscellaneous
Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Position Summary This position is responsible for collaborating with the superintendent to manage farm maintenance of research fields, timber management, farm/heavy equipment operations, roads, buildings and other facilities. The applicant will provide research/Extension support in a variety of crops and disciplines as needed with all aspects of the research farms and associated specialized equipment; supervision of student workers; oversee harvesting and storing/transport of field crops; performing repairs and maintenance of farm buildings and equipment; facilitate installation and operation of irrigation systems such as laterals, pivots, solid sets and hard hoses; manage fire breaks in standing timber; manage farm roads. The role involves prioritizing work, troubleshooting issues, and making operational decisions to ensure efficiency and safety; taking initiative in problem solving and resource management at a high level of independence. Direction is received from the FRS superintendent. PCARD.
Responsibilities
Work with the superintendent in developing and implementing an overall plan of operations for the eight outlying farms located around the Tifton Campus, including long range plans for farm improvement and farm resource use.
Collaborate on fiscal budgets and physical resources; develop annual spending plans, forecast needs, and allocate funds for projects.
Make recommendations on soil samples, fertilizers, lime use, crops, cultural practices, and machinery maintenance databases.
Manage inventory of tools, shop equipment, and parts; recommend purchases and repairs; direct purchase requests.
Supervise installation and operation of irrigation systems such as laterals, pivots, solid sets, and hard hoses.
Attend to mowing, harvesting, storing, and transporting crops.
Direct repairs and maintenance of farm buildings, equipment storage barns, and grain bins.
Transport state property (trucks, bulldozers, excavators, motor graders, combines, large tractors, bucket trucks, forklifts, skid-steers, backhoes) safely between farms.
Develop and implement training for employees and new hires.
Collaborate with the Georgia Forestry Commission and superintendent for long-term timber management plans; handle fire breaks, prescribed burns, timber sales, and access roads.
Investigate and manage wildlife complaints; bait and trap as needed.
Serve as department P-card holder; submit approvals, complete transactions, reconcile statements, upload reconciliation packets.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Extensive knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools and equipment used for row crops and vegetable crops.
Knowledge of guidance systems.
Skill operating heavy machinery: bulldozer, excavator, forklift, backhoe.
Maintenance knowledge and skill for heavy machinery.
Proficiency in Word and Excel; maintain records and prepare reports.
Physical Demands
Heavy lifting, climbing, bending, squatting.
Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Driving and pulling trailers on public roads.
Security and Financial Responsibilities Position includes driving responsibilities, is a Position of Trust, has access to financial resources, requires a P-Card, has security access.
Credit and Background Check Policy Credit check required for positions with financial responsibilities. Background investigation includes criminal background check, credential verification, reference checks, and possible drug test. Refer to UGA Credit Background Check and UGA Background Check websites.
Contact Details Recruitment Contact:
Andy Carter
Email:
andyc@uga.edu
EEO Policy 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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