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Seasonal Organic Farm Apprentice - Oxford College of Emory University

Job Number
145871
Job Type
Temporary Full-Time
Division
Oxford College
Department
Academic Affairs-Personnel
Job Category
Landscaping and Agriculture
Campus Location (For Posting) : Location
US-GA-Oxford
Location : Name
Oxford College
Remote Work Classification
No Remote
Health and Safety Information
Not Applicable

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Description

Located 36 miles east of Atlanta on Emory’s original campus in Oxford, Georgia, Oxford College invites applications for a Seasonal Organic Farm Apprentice.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Reporting to the Oxford College Organic Farmer/Educator, this position is responsible for ground preparation, crop planting, care, weeding, etc. in support of Oxford's organic farm.
  • Responsible for mowing, mulching, and general maintenance of grounds. Handles the picking, packing, and marketing of crops. Performs other related duties as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

  • This position is temporary from May through November

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A high school diploma, or a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Prefer knowledge of organic farming practices, marketing of produce, and the local food movement.
  • Horticulture skills of propagation, weeding, scouting, and harvest are also preferred.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).


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