Ecology Research Center (ERC):
Station Manager to assist the Director with the
daily operations of the ERC (~ 2 miles from Miami
campus in Oxford); provide support for research
and academic programs through the
following: Coordinate, support, & direct
activities at the ERC, including day-to-day
oversight of all activities & programs; assure
adherence to & compliance w/ University, state,
and federal laws, policies, and guidelines; hire
& supervise student workers to help maintain the
ERC grounds; work w/ faculty and students to
design, modify, and construct project-specific
research structures & specialized apparatus;
maintain records of land use practices, visits by
courses & community groups, and ensure
compatibility of various research & other
academic projects; ensure execution of yearly
agricultural procedures (till, plant, chemical
applications, harvest) in support of research
& land stewardship/income generation; perform or
oversee maintenance & repair of equipment
including that used for research activities &
land stewardship/income generation such as heavy
agricultural & grounds-keeping machinery,
trailers, boats, motors & tools; tend to grounds
& develop the landscape consistent w/ current
activities & future plans; act as the primary
liaison between University Physical Facilities
and the ERC, including working w/ architects &
state inspectors to ensure that university
standards and state codes are met; provide
recommendations to the Director regarding the
design, placement & construction of
structures/facilities; coordinate & conduct
outreach programs and tours for local schools,
non-profit organizations & community groups;
assist the Director w/ other duties & projects as assigned.
Require: Associate's degree (biology,
agriculture, natural resources, environmental
sciences, or related fields); Experience (at
least 6 months) w/ agricultural practices &
procedures, operation & maintenance of heavy farm
implements & small engines used in research &
land maintenance activities; basic
renovation/repair skills; Strong interpersonal
skills enabling effective interactions w/ faculty
researchers, graduate & undergraduate students,
contractors, physical facilities personnel & the
general public; Interest in field activities
related to environmental sciences, land
maintenance, terrestrial and/or aquatic sciences,
hydrology, and inter-disciplinary research
methods; Writing, communication, and supervisory
skills; Independent self-motivated worker; Valid driver's license.
Desire: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of field
experience w/ ag practices & procedures or a
master's degree (biology, agriculture, natural
resources, environmental sciences, or related
fields); Experience supporting field research
and/or teaching or public outreach; Knowledge of
MU Physical Facilities, local vendors & ag
services; Commercial driver license (Class A or
B); Experience in working w/ the public; Ohio
Commercial Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator
Certification; Ohio Commercial Pesticide
Applicator Certification. Submit letter of
application (including statement of experience,
scholarly and applied interests, and evidence of
commitment to meaningful service in support of
the Ecology Research Center), curriculum vitae or
résumé, and three letters of recommendation to
<file:///www.miamiujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54066>www.miamiujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=54066.
If applicant does not have access to letters of
reference, they can be sent directly to [email protected].
Questions about the position can be directed to
search committee chair, Alan Cady
([email protected]). Questions about the
application process can be directed to Chris
Makaroff ([email protected],
513-529-1234). Screening of applicants will
begin December 3, 2014 and will continue until
the position is filled. Miami University, an
equal opportunity/affirmative action employer w/
smoke- and tobacco-free campuses, is committed to
a multicultural environment & strongly encourages
applications from minorities, females, veterans,
& individuals w/ disabilities. Miamis Annual
Security & Fire Safety Report w/ information on
campus crime, fires, and safety may be found at:
http://MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html.
Hard copy available upon request. Employment will
require a criminal background check according to University guidelines.
