General Information
Job Description | AGRICULTURE SUPV 1 | Working Title | Greenhouse Supervisor 1 |
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Job Code | 008879 | Grade | 21 |
Department Name | Agricultural Operations - D01044 | Department Head | Peggy Mauk |
Supervisor | Peggy Mauk | Effective Date | 08/29/2022 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code | Title | FTE |
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009561 | NURSERY TCHN SR | 3.0 |
009617 | SRA 2 NEX | 1.0 |
Generic Scope
Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of operational or technical employees. A portion of time may be spent performing individual tasks related to the unit; however, supervisory activities must constitute a primary part of the job. Supervises unit operations to ensure compliance with departmental or organizational policies, procedures, and defined internal controls. Ensures accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental standards and procedures. |
Custom Scope
Closely oversees day to day agriculture field operations and infrastructure maintenance, including but not limited to construction and maintenance of all structures, irrigation systems, pesticide applications, and roads. Supervises ongoing operations, plans, budgets and makes recommendations regarding future inventory and staffing needs. Trains and supervises staff to maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient operation. Responsible for performance management. Supervises land, labor, facilities and other resources for current and proposed research projects. Participates in safety training and ongoing reviews. |
Department Custom Scope
Responsible for issues relative to greenhouse personnel, security, budget, maintenance, and space usage. The supervisor serves as safety officer for the greenhouses and is responsible for pest management, and environmental controls, Policy will be set by CNAS and the Greenhouse Oversite Committee and implemented by the greenhouse supervisor under their direction. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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High school diploma or equivalent certification. | Preferred |
Batchelors degree in Plant Sciences, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Vitaculture, Pomology, nematology, or related area, or equivalent experiences/training. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
Experience | Requirement |
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4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
Experience and knowledge with aspects in greenhouse operations, growth chambers, and related head house and lab equipment | Required |
Experience and knowledge of integrated pest control methods including biological, mechanical, and organic methods. | Preferred |
Experience with office computers, ability to use spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office suite. | Required |
License Requirements
License | Requirement |
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CA Drivers License | Required |
QAC or be able to obtain within 6 months | Required |
Certification Requirements
Certification | Requirement |
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Fork lift certification | Required |
Educational Condition Requirements
Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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Handles more complex issues raised by subordinates.
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55 |
Directly supervises administrative staff, and provides significant input to staff performance and development, team building and communications, resolution of issues and conflicts, review and approval of work, and hiring and training employees. | 20 |
Pest Control, safety, security programs: Oversees the safety for facilities, provide safety training for greenhouse staff, inspect areas, distribute safety information, & coordinate activities with Environmental Health & Safety. Working with applicator, oversee pest control program. Integrate knowledge of pesticide efficacy on target organism(s), pesticide rotation schedules, cultural practices, compatible biological control organisms, and phytotoxicity information to control pests on a wide variety of constantly changing plant species to meet the needs of clients and their research. Oversee, maintain, design security system for greenhouses & related facilities. Manage Space in CNAS Greenhouse facilities: oversee, implement and track space assignments to optimize greenhouse utilization; Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulation/policies. Provide consultation to potential clients in design and and implementation of research projects. | 15 |
Participates in developing and monitoring operational and budget processes, staff FTE, finance, human resources and space planning.
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10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
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Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, delegate work assignments, and evaluate results. | Required |
Communication skills; both verbally and in writing. | Required |
Interpersonal skills to effectively supervise, train, evaluate, and motivate others. Skills to evaluate issues and identify resolution. | Required |
Ability to qualify for a respirator. | Required |
Ability to move up to 40 pounds with assistance. | Required |
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. | Required |
Ability to efficiently organize work, determine priorities, and supervise in a positive bias-free manner. | Required |
Working knowledge of all applicable UC, Collective Bargaining, and government policy and safety regulations. | Preferred |
Skills to operate farming and specialized construction equipment. Working knowledge of chemical applications appropriate for irrigated pastures, right-of-ways, and rangelands. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
Plant growth facilities located on campus and on the west campus. |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
Is Critical Position: Yes |