• Fruit Program Specialist

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Fruit Program Specialist

    Posting Summary

    Provide specialized technical assistance to include the development, design and implementation of extension, teaching, and research projects and activities in support of tree fruit, viticulture horticulture and pest management program. Activities include: assist with Extension programming including maintenance of statewide weather network, grower support with pest monitoring, and collection and reporting of industry production data; maintenance of research and demonstration orchards including planting, pruning, pesticide application, and harvest; assistance with design and performing of experiments; collecting and organizing data; analysis and summation of results, and; writing reports and grant proposals. Responsible for maintaining records, equipment and supplies and assist with supervision of support staff and student employees. Act as a liaison between project personnel and outside individuals/organizations.

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, plant science, or related field and one to two years of related experience. Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of and experience with computers including word processing, spread sheets, and web-based functions. Ability to drive to and from research sites. Must be able to operate and drive farm equipment. A VT pesticide applicator license (Res. & Dem.) or ability to obtain immediately upon employment will be required. Valid drivers license required must pass pre-employment driver’s license record check.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Knowledge of fruit production – in horticulture and pest management and from a research and industry perspective. Knowledge of statistics and experimental designs as they apply to horticultural and pest management research.

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $21.58- $23 per hour

     

    Other Information

     

    This position is partially funded through extramural funding.

     

    Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Non-Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

     

    Job Open Date 11/12/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Our Common Ground Statement

    The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

    Position Information

    Position Title Research Collaborator PC1 N

     

    Posting Number S5819PO

     

    Department Agricul Landscp Environmnt/51070

     

    Position Number 00027696

     

    Percent of Full-Time 1.0

     

    Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

     

    Term (months per year) 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

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