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    Temporary Research Specialist - Raleigh, United States - North Carolina State University

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    Description
    This position will be responsible for but not limited to:


    • Participate in daily hands-on grounds maintenance related activities such as grass cutting, weed management, planting plants, watering by hand and with irrigation, and debris removal.
    • Conduct and record fertilizer, pesticide and herbicide applications under supervision.
    • Maintain, independently and under supervision, all landscaped areas and natural areas to desired standards and to ensure the safety of all guests and provide the best possible visitor experience.
    • Lawn care including cutting, trimming, fertilization, and weed/pest control as directed. Work with a wide variety of hand tools and landscape power equipment. Manage volunteer teams on various garden-related tasks.
    • Interact with the public, JCRA members, students, and other stakeholders in a professional, personable, and appropriate manner at all times.
    • Support and participate in Arboretum special events, educational programming, sales, and projects.
    • Assist with keeping equipment, buildings and gardens presentable and functional
    • Other duties as assigned.


    This job description is not designed to be comprehensive; duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    The majority of work is done outside in varying climatic conditions that include high heat and humidity. The position requires sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. The position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time and to safely traverse uneven surfaces. The position frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs. The position works with typical landscape maintenance equipment and materials. The position involves interaction with the public, volunteers, community members, partners, donors, vendors, contractors and other constituents.


    Work Schedule:
    Monday-Friday, 40/hrs per week, some evening and weekend hours may be required

    Is Time Limited No If Yes, Appointment Length

    Department Information

    Job City & State Raleigh, NC Department Horticultural Science

    System Information

    Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional Working Title Temporary Research Specialist

    Position Information

    Requirements and Preferences

    Work Schedule 40/hrs per week Other Work/Responsibilities

    * n/a

    Minimum Experience/Education


    • 2 year degree in horticulture or related field or equivalent experience
    Department Required Skills


    • Ability to work independently as required or as part of a group
    • Understanding of and experience with general landscape maintenance practices
    • Experience with mowing equipment, powered weed trimmers, backpack blowers, and other garden maintenance equipment
    • Experience with hand tools, such as rakes, brooms, pruners, hand saws, and shovels
    • Positive attitude, good interpersonal skills, flexibility and commitment to collaboration
    • Ability to work in varying weather conditions (high heat and humidity)
    • Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel crouch and crawl
    • Ability to stand for long periods of time
    • Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. on a routine basis
    • Ability to interact with the public, volunteers, community members, partners, donors, vendors, contractors and other constituents
    Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education


    • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or other related field or equivalent experience
    • Capable of carrying heavy bags of soil, plant material and equipment
    • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, able to stand for long periods of time, and safely traverse uneven surfaces
    • Knowledge of and enthusiasm for learning about common Southeastern landscape/garden plants
    • Capable of applying pesticides or herbicides under supervision
    • Spanish and/or other language skills
    • Experience with basic small engine and vehicle maintenance and repair
    • Experience with large equipment such as mowers, skid-steers, loaders and tractors
    Required License or Certification


    • Pesticide license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire
    • Valid driver's license
    Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No

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