Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Salem County |
| Posting Number |
26TM0166 |
| Department |
Agriculture & Natural Resource |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list.
Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Salem County for the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resource within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Assists extension agents in establishing, maintaining, and monitoring corn and soybean research plots focused on nitrogen and sulfur fertilizer rate trials.
- Helps prepare field plots, collect data on crop establishment and plant growth metrics, assist with soil and plant tissue sampling, and accurately record research observations.
- Assists with agronomic field research focused on nitrogen and sulfur fertilizer rate trials in corn and soybean systems.
- Performs field plot work, soil and plant tissue sampling, data collection, and basic research support tasks.
- Assists with applying crop inputs and fertilizers in field research plots under supervision, organizing and labeling research samples, and supporting plot harvest and yield data collection.
- Helps develop basic plant profiles for crops included in the trials, organize field research materials, and assist with preparation for field days and educational tours for farmers and stakeholders.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Salary Details |
$18 - $22/hourly |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours |
15 - 19.5 |
| Daily Work Shift |
Day |
| Work Arrangement |
This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- A valid driver's license would be required for this position.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately record research data and properly handling research samples.
- Ability to follow directions carefully and communicate clearly when clarification is needed.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Interest in gaining practical experience in agronomic field research and in pursuing careers or further education in agronomy, crop science, soil fertility, or agriculture.
- Agriculture operator experience and/or experience in the field of agriculture or related.
- Ability to use Microsoft programs, such as Power Point, Word, and Excel.
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| Equipment Utilized |
- Clipboards, tablets, or laptops for data entry.
- Rulers, measuring tapes, and calipers.
- Soil probes and sample bags.
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
- Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
- Ability to walk through research plots for extended periods, carry field equipment and sample bags, and perform moderate physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and collecting plant and soil samples.
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| Special Conditions |
- Safe Driving Record.
- Most of the work for this position will be conducted at agricultural field research plots in Bridgeton or Pittstown (NJ).
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
04/22/2026 |
| Posting Close Date |
05/07/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Off Campus |
| City |
Bridgeton or Pittstown |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
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life insurance, employee discount
Apr 22, 2026