Student Assistant (Work Study) (SFA Gardens) - Stephen F. Austin State University : Job Details

Job Title Student Assistant (Work Study) (SFA Gardens) General Description

This is a work-study student position responsible for assisting gardens technicians in maintaining the SFA Gardens and/or plant nurseries in a manner that ensures the health of the plant collection and the safety of visitors. Assists with special events and projects as assigned. Performs repetitive manual work in the performance of various physically demanding tasks. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Job Duties

1. Assists in maintenance of garden beds, including planting, mulching, weeding and trimming under the direction of supervisor.

2. Maintains safe trails, including brush and debris removal and blowing leaves.

3. Assists in lawn maintenance using equipment including but not limited to zero-turn lawn mower, weed-eater, and tractor.

4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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1. Assists in greenhouse and plant nursery productions, including plant propagation, weeding and watering.

2. Assists in landscape maintenance, including planting, weeding, and watering.

3. Assists in gardens operations, including inventory and recordkeeping.

4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Ability to understand and follow instructions.

2. Ability to learn new skills quickly.

3. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

4. Ability to perform work in varying environmental conditions outdoors year round, including heat, cold, rain, and other inclement weather conditions.

5. Ability to work in areas with insects and wildlife.

6. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.

Required Qualifications

The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

A student must be awarded and accept a Work-Study Permit for each semester the student will be working.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of and ability to perform plant identification.

Experience working outdoors or in a garden setting.

Experience with plants and landscaping.

Experience with power tools including but not limited to zero-turn lawn mower, weed-eater, and tractor.

Physical Demands

Moderate physical exertion required; intermittent periods of frequent standing and occasional heavy lifting.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2024-199 Number of Vacancies 6 Posting Open Date 08/30/2024 Review Start Date Posting Close Date Work Schedule Flexible Min Pay Rate $10.00/hour Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-###-####.

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Department Information

Department Agriculture Contact Name Jordan Cunningham Contact Phone (936)###-#### Contact Email [email protected] Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) ###-####