Greenhouse Coordinator
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Job no: 985817
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 10
Major Administrative Unit / College: Msu Agbioresearch
Department: Greenhouse Facilities Mabr 40001098
Sub Area: AP- Professionals
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, Labor/Service/Maintenance, Operations Services, Research/Scientific, Skilled Trades, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary
This position will play a key role in the Plant Science Research Greenhouse Facility at Michigan State University. The greenhouses have over 100,000 sq. ft. of research space and serve over 70 faculty in eight academic departments at MSU. The Greenhouse Coordinator will oversee the maintenance and care of greenhouses facilities and equipment and provide advice to researchers regarding use of the greenhouse facility and plant care.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Horticulture; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in horticulture practices, greenhouse operations or maintenance and supervision; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and may require certification as a Commercial Pesticide Applicator prior to the end of applicable trial/probation period.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume / CV
Cover letter with three professional references
Special Instructions
To apply, applicants must submit an application at the MSU Human Resources site at https://careers.msu.edu and upload two documents: 1) a resume/CV, and 2) a cover letter describing your skills and experiences as they relate to this position. At the end of the cover letter, please also submit names and contact information for three professional references who are familiar with your skills and/or experiences working in greenhouses. Letters are not initially required, but these individuals may be approached for additional information.
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
HTTPS://RTSF.NATSCI.MSU.EDU/RESEARCH-GRE
Summary of Physical Demands
The job requires significant physical effort including bending, reaching, moderate lifting of more than 75 pounds and hand/eye coordination 26 - 75% of the time.
Summary of Health Risks
Moderately disagreeable working conditions involving chemical and/or biological hazards.
Bidding eligibility ends September 17, 11:55 PM
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