Associate Director, Agriculture

2 weeks ago

Normal, United States Heartland Community College Full time
Location : Normal, IL

Job Type: Full-time

Unit: Academic Affairs

Division/Department: Career and Technical Education

Opening Date: 04/11/2024

Description

We seek applicants for a full-time position to support all aspects of the College's agriculture complex and laboratories. The Associate Director will manage daily greenhouse operations, assist with department budget planning, and coordinate the maintenance and purchasing of instructional lab supplies and technical equipment.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinate the hiring, scheduling, training, and day-to-day supervision of part-time and student laboratory technicians
  • Administer and oversee instructional and preparation activities related to the agriculture complex and agriculture courses, including those held at offsite locations
  • Maintain laboratory inventory of chemicals, instructional supplies, and equipment including OSHA laboratory safety standards and record Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
  • Plan and schedule crop production and plant sales including recordkeeping in collaboration with the Associate Dean and agriculture faculty members
  • Maintain greenhouse, food forest, student test plots, and plant collection for the department and laboratory areas, both inside and outside
  • Perform weekend and holiday maintenance related to the Agricultural complex
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in agriculture or a closely related field
  • Appropriate Illinois State Pesticide Applicators' Licenses or commitment to complete within 6 months of hire
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and holiday hours as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain a greenhouse and associated equipment
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree in agriculture or closely related field
  • Supervisory experience
  • Proven ability to collaborate successfully in a team setting
  • Demonstrated sound scientific judgment and laboratory technical skills
  • High degree of safety consciousness and responsibility
  • Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) software specific to greenhouse operations


Applications submitted by May 3rd, 2024 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.

Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.

HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.

EMPLOYEE LEAVE
Vacation: 20 days per year with a maximum annual carry-over of 40 days
Sick Leave: 12 days per year with unlimited annual carry-over
Holidays: 12 designated paid holidays plus 3 paid floating days
HCC is closed from Christmas Eve Day through New Year's Day generally resulting in 2-3 additional paid days

EMPLOYEE INSURANCE COVERAGES
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Term Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Other benefits include flexible spending plan, educational supports, and retirement benefits.

Specific benefits may be dependent upon employment classification, duration of employment, and full-time or part-time work status.

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