Clemson University Hiring for Agricultural Safety and AgrAbility Associate at July 14, 2023 Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:

Work Cooperatively with county and state staff to plan, teach, and evaluate Extension educational programs in the area of agricultural safety and AgrAbility. Aid with the current delivery of the Agricultural Safety program, identify and conduct rescue response demonstrations, and provide AgrAbility support throughout the state of South Carolina. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, Extension and college administration.

JOB DUTIES:

25% – Essential – Develop safety programing and in aid in safety content and curricula improvements to implement day youth programs and teacher in-service professional development program at various locations throughout the state of South Carolina.

25% – Essential – Provide AgrAbility support throughout the state through site visits with farmers and ranchers who have requested assistance. Provide guidance and reporting to aid individuals in continuing daily work tasks due to health conditions or disabilities. Work cooperatively with extension staff to provide AgrAbility program demonstrations, guest lectures, presentations, and support.

20% – Essential – Identify and conduct rescue response demonstrations with interest groups and rescue teams to schedule, plan, maintain, operate, travel, and update Grain Entrapment Simulator at various locations throughout the state of South Carolina.

20% – Essential – Train and support county extension agents. Work cooperatively with extension staff, Agricultural Education State Staff, 4H, and secondary education teachers to provide agricultural safety demonstrations, guest lectures, and presentations for related events which promote safety in agricultural.

10% – Essential – Build and maintain strong alliances with state/regional organizations and stakeholders. Maintain and update online training material and social media for both Agricultural Safety and AgrAbility.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education – Master’s Degree – Expertise or closely related field
Work Exp 3+ years

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge – Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied 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
Provides Budget Input – Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid
Noise
Mechanical hazards
Chemical hazards
Electrical hazards
Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5; Expected Salary Range ($58,000 – $63,000)

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

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

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

July 14, 2023

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 [email protected] 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.