Associate Coordinator - Integrated Pest Management

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Clemson University Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program is seeking applicants for an IPM Associate Coordinator Position to work with the IPM Coordinator and the South Carolina Crop Protection and Pest Management Extension Implementation Program. The IPM program provides support to statewide extension programs in IPM across a range of commodities, in addition to support to pest diagnostics facilities and IPM for pollinator health. A primary goal of the program is to transfer knowledge and competencies to South Carolina growers to implement cost-effective and environmentally friendly pest management practices.

For more information, please contact Francis Reay-Jones (IPM Coordinator; freayjo@clemson.edu).

JOB DUTIES:

20%

• Essential

• Work with stakeholder groups to obtain input into Extension IPM program planning.

20%

• Essential

• Assist with communication among project cooperators and stakeholders.

20%

• Essential

• Help with evaluation of IPM programs and writing of reports on IPM efforts.

20%

• Essential

• Develop websites and other outreach material promoting statewide IPM efforts.

20%

• Essential

• Provide further assistance as needed in the Extension Implementation Program and the row crop entomology program at the Clemson University Pee Dee REC.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• B.S. in Biology or related field

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• Master's Degree

• Entomology, Pathology, Weed Science, or related field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Comprehensive Job Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises Work of Others

• Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walk or move about

Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold

Exposure to dust/fumes

Noise

Vibration

Mechanical hazards

Chemical hazards

Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range ($45,600 - $50,000)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Florence, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

August 14, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.

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