Santa Rosa Junior College
COORDINATOR, FARM OPERATIONS
Opening Date/Time: Thu. 09/15/16 12:00 AM Pacific Time
Closing Date/Time: 10/12/16
Salary: $4,590.00 - $5,582.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: SRJC Shone Farm: 7450 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, California
Department: Shone Farm
Filing Deadline: Wednesday, October 12, 2016
It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials are submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline.COMPENSATION:
• Salary Range: $4,590 to $5,582 per month (2016/17 Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at $5,062 per month (salary placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials).
• Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents (benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Leave/Holiday Time: Full-time classified members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing 6.67 hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after third year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (14 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).
Classified employees are required to become a dues paying member of the Service Employee's International Union SEIU), or pay a service fee.
This position requires a pre-employment physical if hired.
JOB DESCRIPTION:The Shone Farm and Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of Santa Rosa Junior College is seeking a qualified individual with demonstrated agricultural skills to join an outstanding team of faculty and staff to provide high quality services to our district, our community, and most importantly to our students. This position will be located at the Shone Farm which is located approximately 10 miles from the main campus in Santa Rosa; occasional work at the Santa Rosa Campus may also be required as needed. Under general direction, assists in performing the day-to-day operations of the Shone Farm. Participates in production of farm products; stewardship of the overall farm site; maintaining and creating a safe and orderly public farm; coordination of the field production, management and maintenance of the horticulture field, pasture, forest and landscape; design and implement planting schedules; and serves as lead worker to other classified staff. Generally, the work schedule will be between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Appointments are contingent upon funding and Board approval.
SCOPE:The Coordinator, Farm Operations is responsible for the oversight and care of landscaping, crop production and pasture management; maintains, operates and repairs irrigation systems and agricultural equipment; and provides technical assistance to faculty, staff and students.
FARM DESCRIPTION:Shone Farm, 365 acres of farmlands, pasture, vineyards, and riparian forest in the Russian River Valley, serves the department as an outdoor learning lab and includes a winery and equine facility. In addition to full-time instructors in each discipline, the department has a large pool of adjunct faculty who are experts in their respective fields.
Examples of Duties:
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.
• Coordinates the work of others in the maintenance of the farm, including vegetable, horticulture, pasture and landscape plants, irrigation systems, nutrient management and propagation methods.
• Coordinate orchard management, including pruning, thinning, harvesting, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) monitoring and application of approved materials.
• Oversees the landscape maintenance program; makes decisions regarding the care of the fields, forest, pasture and grounds; purchases tools, materials and plants.
• Operates and maintains farm equipment such as tractors, loaders, rototiller, weed-eater, power tools and mowers, hand tools and other farm implements; installs and maintains irrigation and water monitoring systems.
• Processes field records, employee timesheets, and safety training records.
• Works with faculty and staff to support class projects, laboratory exercises, and student enterprises.
• Serves as a lead worker to other classified staff.
• Coordinates daily activities, trains and supervises short-term, non-continuing and student employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
ABILITY TO:Operate, maintain, and repair equipment used in horticulture, farming and agriculture safely; issue proper tools, materials, and equipment for use by students and instructors; train others in the use of equipment and procedures; follow and understand oral and written instructions; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate interpersonal skills to communicate verbally, and in writing, in a professional manner to diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, administrators, farmers and vendors; balance the dual responsibilities of training others and production on a working demonstration and education farm; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.
Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) abilities.
KNOWLEDGE OF:Sustainable farming systems, techniques and practices; chemical control of weeds, plant and crop diseases, and insect pests; standard office productivity software; mid-sized farm tractors and the range of implements suited to row crop production; use and maintenance of small engine equipment such as chainsaws, mowers and weed whackers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by Human Resources, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)
Education:
• Graduation from high school
Preferred:
• Associate's degree
Experience:
• Increasingly responsible experience serving in a lead role in horticulture, farming, and agriculture on an organic farm.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
This classification requires the use of a personal or District vehicle while conducting District business. Ability to operate farm equipment. Must possess a valid (Class II) California driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Preferred:
• Qualified Applicator Certificate issued by California Department of Pesticide Regulation.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking. Must be able to safely operate a variety of mechanically powered rolling equipment, and manual and electric hand tools used in horticulture, farming and agriculture. Ability to complete the following trainings: forklift operations and certification, in-house OSHA and respirator training. Must also be able to work safely in an environment requiring frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasionally required to work under inclement weather conditions.
Supplemental Information:
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
In order to be given priority consideration for this position, applicants must submit the following documents by the filing deadline:
• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions. Please provide contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references.
• If applicable, completed Equivalency Form and supporting documents https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/ClassEquivApp.pdf
• A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, including how you meet the requirements and are qualified to perform the duties as listed in the "Key Duties and Responsibilities" section of this job announcement.
• Current Resume.
• If applicable, transcripts of all college level course work, including confirmation of degrees (unofficial copies acceptable (both sides), but official transcripts must be submitted prior to hiring). If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicants must provide a formal evaluation of their foreign degree(s) at the time of application. Contact the Human Resources Department for more information.
• Copy of current DMV printout showing acceptable driving record (within the last 6 months).
• If applicable, copy of Qualified Applicator Certificate issued by California Department of Pesticide Regulation.
PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.
Following the filing deadline, applications which are complete for screening will be reviewed by a screening committee. Approximately 2-3 weeks later, Human Resources will notify you whether or not you have been selected for interview. Those applicants most suitably qualified for the position/pool will be invited to interview with a Screening Committee. The Screening Committee may include representatives from the Faculty, the Administration, the Classified Staff, the Associated Students, and the Board of Trustees.
If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please contact the Human Resources Department.
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MORE ABOUT SRJC HUMAN RESOURCES
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 1988 Armory Drive
MAILING ADDRESS: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
PHONE: (707) 527-4954
FAX: (707) 527-4967
EMAIL: bhodenfield@santarosa.edu
The office is located in the Button Building on the Santa Rosa campus. All documents included in your online employment application become the property of the District. Your employment application for this opening will not automatically be considered for future openings. New employment application(s) must be submitted for each opening.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment):
• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must be fingerprinted and have background clearance (at applicant's expense); and
• Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure)
Sonoma County Junior College District's annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Sonoma County Junior College District; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can read or obtain a full copy of this report by going to http://www.santarosa.edu/police. Paper copies of the full report are available upon request by contacting Police Department Records at (707) 527-4963 or by coming to the Sonoma County Junior College District Police Department located at 2032 Armory Drive, Pedroncelli Center, Santa Rosa Campus.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SRJC attracts and retains the most qualified faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is achieved through an inclusive recruitment strategy and a rigorous, thorough hiring process that begins with the fair and consistent evaluation of each application for minimum qualifications and demonstrated skills specific to each position/assignment. Because the ability to serve students from broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds and genders is a key commitment of the District mission, SRJC actively encourages applications from candidates who recognize the value that diversity brings to a professional educational community.
The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities--including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.
The Sonoma County Junior College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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