Position Details Position Information RecruitmentPosting Title: Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Cooperative Extension Fruit IPM Program Posting Number: 26TM0064 Department: Pest Management
Overview The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research extension and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban suburban and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.
The Rutgers Cooperative Extension Fruit Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program is an educational service program for commercial agriculture in New Jersey. Driven by environmental monitoring and field scouting, and relying on up-to-date research, the program strives to help growers produce high-quality fruit while minimizing inputs such as pesticides and fertilizers and maximizing honey bee and pollinator health. The program seeks to optimize the use of reduced-risk strategies, computerized phenology models of insects and diseases, mating disruption, and other biological intensive management practices, and GIS technologies.
The program works cooperatively with researchers, demonstrates new technologies, and measures the impact of reduced-risk IPM practices. The work is used to manage over 180 million dollars of crop value, reduce the environmental impact of traditional agricultural systems, and minimize non-point source pollution.
Posting Summary Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is seeking Seasonal Agricultural Workers for the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Fruit IPM program. Under the guidance and direction of either the Sr. Program Coordinator or Program Associate of the Fruit IPM program at the Rutgers Agricultural Research and Extension Center, off-Campus farm, these positions perform assistance to the IPM program with field and laboratory work.
Key Duties • Performs regular data collection 1-2 times per week per site, identifying pest presence, identifying beneficial arthropods, completing IPM reports for participating growers, mapping pest presence, entering data into a database, using GPS receivers and GIS databases where appropriate, and plant tissue and soil sampling when needed. • Works in commercial blueberry fields, vineyards, and orchards, and/or with honeybees. • Shares duties on field research projects with entomology and plant pathology specialists.
Salary Details The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including but not limited to the candidates 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 universitys 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
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours 40 hours or less
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 or vocational school education or equivalent experience.
Certifications/Licenses A valid drivers license is required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • High school or vocational school education or equivalent experience • Certifications/Licenses • A valid drivers license • Competence in MS Excel and web-based Google software is helpful
Preferred Qualifications • Coursework in environmental studies, agriculture, biology, chemistry, entomology, plant pathology, and/or GIS databases • Additional experience and/or community college training with agricultural production
Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment During the growing season, technicians spend almost 100% of their time outside in field conditions. Travel is required to and around assigned farms.
Special Conditions Clean Driving Record
Multiple Vacancies
Posting Details Posting Open Date: 02/19/2026 Posting Close Date: 08/19/2026 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Off Campus City Multiple New Jersey locations State NJ Location Details 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 candidates offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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