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About this Agricultural Assistant II role at Iowa State University

Iowa State University · Onsite · Ames, IA

Position Title:

Agricultural Assistant II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Ag Asst 2 will assist in the maintenance of garden spaces, student employee and volunteer guidance, and event support related tasks.  Job responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) Garden Management such as: plant and/or plant pest identification, planting, weeding, deadheading, mulching, raking, pruning, staking, digging, protecting for winter, and watering; Grounds and Equipment Management such as leading snow removal, emptying trash cans, cleaning and sharpening garden tools, and operating garden equipment; Seasonal Staff and Volunteer Management such as leading one or several students through a small garden project of limited scope and complexity and orienting and working with volunteer groups on a specific garden task; and Event Support such as assisting with install or removal of exhibits, setting up for special events, tearing down after special events, and working during special events. The employee is also expected to greet and answer questions from garden visitors.


Required Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience


Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Horticulture
- Experience working with volunteers
- Experience working in public horticulture


Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Emergency (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

June 30, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS805

Original Posting Date:

September 24, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R19969

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

 

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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About Iowa State University

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide

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