Supervisor, Chilton Research and Extension Center

Supervisor, Chilton Research and Extension Center

Company:
Auburn University

Job Location:
Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category:
Extension and Outreach

Type:
Full-Time

Salary Range: USD $44,920.00/Yr. - USD $71,870.00/Yr.

Locations: Clanton, Alabama

Categories: Agriculture & Forestry

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Chilton Area Research Ext Ctr

Associated Division: Agriculture Experiment Station

Req ID: 8503

Overview

This position is located in Clanton, Alabama.

The Chilton Research and Extension Center of Auburn University is seeking candidates for the position of Supervisor. The individual selected for this position will provide leadership support to the daily operations of the center in collaboration with the Associate Director.

Responsibilities

Specific duties may vary based upon departmental needs and may include the following:

• Maintains a constantly growing and evolving database of all research plots and projects that are ongoing at the center.
• Coordinates with research and project leaders regarding all aspects of research from planning to installation to harvest and completion of research studies.
• Records important data throughout experiments which is then relayed to researchers; Oversees the weighing and recording of harvest data at the completion of studies.
• Operates various pieces of farm machinery including tractors, sprayers, and harvesters; possesses and uses and extensive knowledge of technology based equipment related to precision agriculture.
• Instructs and trains others with regards to implementing farm practices to better suit unique situations at the center; Guides new team members through the daily operations of the center. Consults with the Associate Director about ideas and suggestions to better maximize efficiency. Supervises temporary workers and full-time technicians with daily operations; Makes important decisions and answers questions and concerns that other employees might have.
• Recommends and integrates new ideas and techniques that prove to be vital given the unique circumstances that accompany agricultural research; Thinks "outside the box" in regards to how to achieve goals.
• Procures supplies and other items needed for daily operations.
• Records weather data from multiple locations on the property. This data is used in making decisions related to ongoing agricultural practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of experience in agricultural operations and/or agricultural research.
• Driver License

Desired qualifications include the following:

• Knowledge and experience in fruit crop research.
• Experience with maintenance and operation of equipment.
• Experience demonstrated with precision Ag technology.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Relevant work experience in fruit crop research.
• D&R commercial pesticide applicators license.

Contract Type

Continuing

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