<p>Posting Number 0801808 Classification Title Agroforestry Technician Working Title Department JWG 1890 Land-Grant Department Contact Email srichardson2@centralstate.edu Job Summary/Basic Function</p> <p>Job Summary:</p> <p>The Agroforestry Technician is a 3-year, grant-funded role to assist with a NIFA 1890 Capacity-Building Grant project to design, install, and maintain a research and demonstration agroforestry farm on Central State University's campus in Wilberforce, OH. The technician will work closely with Extension and Research professionals to develop, implement, and maintain a healthy, agroforestry ecosystem. Due to the nature of the tasks, this position requires in-person presence and will report to work Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.at the Central State University main campus in Wilberforce, Ohio. Remote options are not available for this role. CONTINUATION OF THIS POSITION IS EXPECTED TO 10/31/2028; HOWEVER, IT IS CONTINGENT ON THE ANNUAL REVIEW AND RENEWAL OF FEDERAL FUNDING.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Assist with agroforestry site design and project planning. </li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain necessary systems for research and demonstration plot management, including irrigation and trellising. </li><li>Assist with design and installation of pest-exclusion methods </li><li>Work with agroforestry installation contractor to install plantings and plant protection hardware (tree tubes, electric fencing, etc.) </li><li>Daily maintenance of the research and demonstration site, and other on-campus agroforestry plantings, including, but not limited to, mowing, tree pruning, pest management, removing undesirable trees, and similar tasks. </li><li>Harvest crops as they become available. </li><li>Work with CSU staff, faculty and students to collect and interpret data, assisting with the production of research and Extension publications related to agroforestry. </li><li>Help project leaders organize and host field days onsite. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Associate's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Agroforestry, or a related field; OR equivalent work experience in tree crop agricultural systems </li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently </li><li>Well-developed verbal and written communication skills </li><li>Demonstrated organizational and record keeping skills </li><li>Ability to successfully work with people at all organizational levels and diverse backgrounds </li><li>Ability to plan and maintain a flexible work schedule, including evening and weekend work to meet time demands and/or special needs of program management. </li><li>Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds </li><li>Valid U.S. driver's license </li><li>Proficient in the use of desktop publishing, word processing, and data processing software. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree or higher in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Agroforestry, or a related field. </li><li>At least 1 year of experience working in a research setting </li><li>At least 2 years of work experience on a working orchard, tree farm, nursery, or similar tree-focused agricultural operation. </li></ul> <p>Posting Date 04/07/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants</p> <p>Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.</p> <p>All offer of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.</p> <p>Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.</p> <p>Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.</p> <p>Position Category Staff - Monthly (Exempt) Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience</p>