Fort Valley State University
Job SummaryThe Agriculture & Natural Resource research assistant will assist with specific Cooperative Extension Program projects related to renewable energy (solar), forestry, and crop field observation/monitoring.
Duties will include data collection, reporting and presentations.
The candidate should have a background in agriculture and experience in public speaking and using software programming for data collection.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesUse of GIS software programs to analyze crop/forestry land data to create maps and output.
Use of Microsoft Office software to prepare reports and presentations.
Operate the following equipment:
Digital DSLR cameraUAV drone basic operationsDrone processing software AutoCAD software programRTK GPS related unitsMaintains conference, workshops and event registration.
Inspects and verifies completed projects meet FVSU quality standards.
Assist with tours, field days and event reports and presentations on projects.
Excellent communication and outreach efforts to the public and students.
Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent customer serviceKnowledge of Adobe software and Microsoft Office softwareAbility to work as part of a teamAbility to multitaskAbility to work weekends on occasion and travel with overnight staysPreferred:
Three years of experience in data collection and land evaluation.
Bachelor's degree required in Agriculture related fieldCompleted course in StatisticsWorking conditionsTravel is required for the position- in state and out-of-state - occasionallyEvening/night/weekend work - occasionally Working outdoors in various climates, hot and cold - occasionallyRegular office environment, climate controlledPhysical requirementsThe employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The employee must frequently stand or sit for extended periods and be physically mobile without assistance.
Start Date & Potential SalaryThis is a full-time position.
The candidate will have an effective start date of January 5, 2023, and a starting annual salary of $43,000.
Direct reportsThis employee will report to Project Investigator/Leader for assignments.
About the Company:
Fort Valley State University.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Duties will include data collection, reporting and presentations.
The candidate should have a background in agriculture and experience in public speaking and using software programming for data collection.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesUse of GIS software programs to analyze crop/forestry land data to create maps and output.
Use of Microsoft Office software to prepare reports and presentations.
Operate the following equipment:
Digital DSLR cameraUAV drone basic operationsDrone processing software AutoCAD software programRTK GPS related unitsMaintains conference, workshops and event registration.
Inspects and verifies completed projects meet FVSU quality standards.
Assist with tours, field days and event reports and presentations on projects.
Excellent communication and outreach efforts to the public and students.
Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent customer serviceKnowledge of Adobe software and Microsoft Office softwareAbility to work as part of a teamAbility to multitaskAbility to work weekends on occasion and travel with overnight staysPreferred:
Three years of experience in data collection and land evaluation.
Bachelor's degree required in Agriculture related fieldCompleted course in StatisticsWorking conditionsTravel is required for the position- in state and out-of-state - occasionallyEvening/night/weekend work - occasionally Working outdoors in various climates, hot and cold - occasionallyRegular office environment, climate controlledPhysical requirementsThe employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The employee must frequently stand or sit for extended periods and be physically mobile without assistance.
Start Date & Potential SalaryThis is a full-time position.
The candidate will have an effective start date of January 5, 2023, and a starting annual salary of $43,000.
Direct reportsThis employee will report to Project Investigator/Leader for assignments.
About the Company:
Fort Valley State University.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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