OPS - Agricultural Assistant

OPS - Agricultural Assistant

Job No: 539481

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Suwannee

Categories: Grant or Research Administration, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture Operations

Department: 60777000 - AG-LIVE OAK UNIT

Job Description

Classification Title:
OPS Sponsored Projects Non -Clerical

Classification Minimum Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.

Job Description:

• Assist with planting, maintenance, and harvesting of large and small research plot trials at University of Florida IFAS research farm at Live Oak and on cooperating farms in the Suwannee Valley region.
• Conduct soil, tissue, water, and pest diagnostic sampling for row crops and vegetables, including greenhouse hydroponics.
• Collect, organize, and accurately enter research data into spreadsheets and online platforms.
• Communicate with farm managers, producers, and fellow staff to coordinate on-farm activities.
• Participate in planning and execution of Extension field days and other events for farmers and the public.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the mission of NFREC-SV

Expected Salary:

Expected starting hourly wage is $16 - $20 per hour and 40 hours per week.

This is an Other Personnel Services (OPS) position.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.

Preferred:

High school diploma and one year of relevant experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your resume and a list of references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close: 15 May 2026