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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Farm Support-PPEM Research FarmThe College of Agricultural Sciences and the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology Research Farm is seeking to hire a motivated individual for farm support April-September, 40 hours per week, to not exceed 28 weeks. Duties will include: mowing grass; field research plot work such as planting, hand weeding, cultivating, harvesting, and data collection; operating various department vehicles on the farm and to and from campus; operating farm equipment; occasionally accompanying field researchers to locations around the State for work at offsite field plots. Previous experience operating farm equipment is preferred but not required. Must be able to work outside in PA weather conditions. Start and finish dates can be discussed with farm manager.This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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