| Agriculture Worker I (Part Time) (Gila County) |
| Posting Number |
req26069 |
| Department |
Agric Extension Administration |
| Department Website Link |
https://extension.arizona.edu/local-offices/gila-county |
| Location |
County Extensions and Farms |
| Address |
Gila County |
| Position Highlights |
This position will provide technical support to the extension agent in garden maintenance, seed saving, and mechanical assistance for agricultural operations. This includes soil and crop management, irrigation and fertility practices, weed control strategies, plant growth regulation. The role will also support proper livestock care and facility maintenance to enhance agricultural efficiency and resource stewardship. Must be able to lift, bend, work outdoors in the heat or cold. This position is located on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation.
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| Duties & Responsibilities |
Agricultural Operations:
- Assists with planting and soil maintenance on several garden projects at the elementary schools, detention center, office demonstration gardens.
- Work with gardening hand tools to perform planting, pruning, install and maintain irrigation equipment and harvesting crops carefully.
- Assists with livestock workshop event set-up and maintenance of facilities for rancher education workshops on animal husbandry, health, nutrition and hoof care.
Assist with Programming set-up and office maintenance:
- Workshop setup and preparation.
- Assists with hands-on youth activities in 4-H, STEM, soil science, and livestock education.
- Maintains safe workspaces, organizing educational materials, and assisting with operational support for outreach and agricultural programming.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Familiarity with basic farming practices and soil science, irrigation systems, fertilizing, and composting.
- Familiarity with safe pest and weed control.
- Familiarity with general livestock practices and facility maintenance.
This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
- High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
- Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to
the University Fleet Safety Policy.
|
| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience with tractors, irrigation systems, hand tools, and sometimes harvesting equipment.
- Knowledge of Crop and Soil maintenance, planting cycles, watering needs, harvest timing.
- Basic knowledge of livestock management and necessary aspects of a successful livestock operation.
- Bilingual in Spanish or San Carlos Apache.
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| FLSA |
Agricultural Exemption |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Part Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week |
16 |
| Job FTE |
.40 |
| Work Calendar |
Fiscal |
| Job Category |
Agriculture and Extension |
| Benefits Eligible |
No Benefits |
| Rate of Pay |
$16.50 - $18.75 |
| Compensation Type |
hourly rate |
| Grade |
2 |
| Compensation Guidance |
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator. |
| Career Stream and Level |
OC1 |
| Job Family |
Agriculture |
| Job Function |
Agriculture & Extension |
| Type of criminal background check required: |
Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department) |
| Number of Vacancies |
1 |
| Target Hire Date |
6/8/2026 |
| Expected End Date |
|
| Contact Information for Candidates |
Jennifer Gardner-Smith, Business Manager, Senior;
jmgardne@arizona.edu |
| Open Date |
5/26/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply |
Resume |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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| Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report |
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. |
University of Arizona
May 27, 2026