Viticulture Assistant

Full Time
Grand Junction, CO
Posted
Job description

Classification Title
Temporary Hourly

Employment Category
Temporary

Is this an Hourly position?
Yes

Work Hours/Week
25-40

Overtime Eligible?
Yes

Position Location
Grand Junction, CO

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?
No

Description of Work Unit
The Viticulture Program at the Western Colorado Research Center in Grand Junction is part of the Western Colorado Research Center, encompassing the Orchard Mesa Research Station, Organic Agricultural Research Station at Rogers Mesa, and the Grand Valley Research Station (Fruita).

Search Contact Email
Horst.Caspari@colostate.edu

Position Summary
Perform all seasonal vineyard tasks (e.g. planting new vines, vine training, re-training of cold-damaged vines, canopy management, shoot thinning, crop thinning, irrigation, cover crop maintenance, harvest, etc) and assist in viticultural research projects including data collection.

Position Minimum Qualifications
Ability to lift 40 lbs
Valid Colorado Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with field research in viticulture/horticulture/agriculture

Posting Details

Working Title
Viticulture Assistant

Posting Number
202300273T

Department
Western Colorado Research Center

Salary Range
$15 per hour

Employee Benefits

Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/02/benefits-summary-hourly.pdf



Close Date
04/26/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants
Apply by emailing a cover letter and your current resume to: Horst.Caspari@colostate.edu. Please also include contact information for 1 to 3 references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.



EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.


The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.


The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.



Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category
Research Field Work

Duty/Responsibility
Assist with seasonal vineyard tasks
Assist in viticultural research projects including data collection

Percentage Of Time
varies

References

Minimum References Required
1

Maximum References Required
3

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