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SFA Gardens Student Assistant (Work Study)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title SFA Gardens Student Assistant (Work Study)
General Description
This is a student position responsible for assisting gardens technicians in maintaining the SFA Gardens and/or plant nurseries in a manner that ensures the health of the plant collection and the safety of visitors. Assists with special events and projects as assigned.
Job Duties
1. Assists in maintenance of garden beds, including planting, mulching, weeding and trimming under the direction of supervisor.
2. Maintains safe trails, including brush and debris removal and blowing leaves.
3. Assists in lawn maintenance using equipment including but not limited to zero-turn lawn mower, weed-eater, and tractor.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

or

1. Assists in greenhouse and plant nursery productions including plant propagation, weeding and watering.
2. Assists in landscape maintenance including planting, weeding, and watering.
3. Assists in gardens operations including inventory and record keeping.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Ability to understand and follow instructions.
2. Ability to learn new skills quickly.
3. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
4. Ability to work outside in the elements year round.
5. Ability to work in areas with insects and wildlife.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

A student must be awarded and accept a “Work-Study Permit” for each semester the student will be working.
Preferred Qualifications
Skill in plant identification.
Experience working outdoors or in a garden setting.
Experience with plants and landscaping.
Experience with power tools including but not limited to zero-turn lawn mower, weed-eater, and tractor.
Physical Demands
Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
Moderate physical exertion required; intermittent periods of frequent standing and occasional heavy lifting.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA2024-022
Number of Vacancies 10
Posting Open Date 01/29/2024
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule Flexible
Min Pay Rate $10.00/hr
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11132
Department Information

Department Agriculture
Contact Name Jordan Cunningham
Contact Phone 9364684404
Contact Email mcgeej1@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you eligible for Work Study?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Have you been awarded and accepted a "Work-Study Permit" from the Financial Aid Office?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. Which of the following best represents your current student classification?
    • Entering freshman
    • Freshman
    • Sophomore
    • Junior
    • Senior
    • Graduate Student
  4. Are you able to work outdoors in the elements?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. Describe your plant identification knowledge

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. Describe your experience with power tools. (zero-turn lawn mower, weed-eater, tractor etc.)

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. Are you available to work during the Summer?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. List of References