Research Technician - JCRA

North Carolina State University

$ 34,320 - $ 72,734

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Sep 22, 2024

Job Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194122SP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Research Technician - JCRA
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with Experience ($42,000 - $45,000)
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday / 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (occasional nights and weekend work required)
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Horticulture - JC Raulston Arboretum
About the Department	The JC Raulston Arboretum ( JCRA) at NC State University is a renowned botanical garden operating as a nonprofit. Serving the community for 47 years, this beautiful10.5 acre garden is free to visit seven days a week. The JCRA is internationally recognized as a premier teaching, and research garden dedicated to public horticulture providing a dynamic teaching and learning atmosphere. Noted for its vast collection of over 9,000 taxa, the JCRA has a legacy of leadership within the realm of llandscape horticulture, plant evaluation, and plant introduction. It is dedicated to connecting people with plants and promoting a greater diversity of new and better adapted landscape plants. Revenue generated from educational programs, events, and venue rentals is an important revenue stream for this not for profit organization. We are a small but mighty team that prides ourselves on doing a lot with a little. Coming to work everyday feels new and exciting with lots of opportunities to learn.
Essential Job Duties	The JC Raulston Arboretum is seeking an active, confident, detail-orientated team member to join the Horticulture Team. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and positive attitude are essentials. Ideal candidate will have working knowledge of Southeastern landscape and garden plants as well as interest in working outside in a public horticulture environment interacting with the public, volunteers, and other horticultural professionals. 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
Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education	Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications	Capable of carrying up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations. 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.
Preferred Qualifications	Years of experience in landscape maintenance or public horticulture, or a comparable related education & experience. 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. Spanish and/or other language skills.
Required License or Certification	The incumbent will be required to independently drive carts, trucks, riding mowers, and skid steer. A valid drivers license is required for travel. NC drivers license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained. Valid North Carolina Pesticide License or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	07/19/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)	07/25/2024
Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions	Cover Letter, CV/Resume, Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00106336
Position Type	SHRA
Position Classification Band Title	Research Technician
Position Classification Band Level	Journey
Position Classification Salary Range	$ 34,320 - $ 72,734
Salary Grade Equivalency	GN06
Alternate Option	If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position	No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id	111503 - Horticulture - JC Raulston Arboretum
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.