Description

External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 03/02/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 12/03/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit the following: a letter of application that describes past experience and interest in the position, and a detailed curriculum vitae (25- page limit). Candidates also need to provide names and contact information for three references.

Complete applications received by January 10, 2026 will be assured of full consideration.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
MS in entomology, a related life science field or agricultural education/communication.
Position Summary
The Department of Entomology (https://ent.uga.edu) at the University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications for a full-time Public Service Assistant/Associate (non-tenure-track position, 12-months) to direct the Pesticide Use and Safety Program (https://psep.uga.edu/) for the state of Georgia. The position is budgeted at 95% Service 5% Research.

The Department of Entomology seeks highly qualified candidates to build interdisciplinary educational programs in pesticide use and safety and worker protection standards. The core responsibility of this position is to develop and deliver interdisciplinary programs by: 1) Serving as the state Pesticide Safety Educational Program (PSEP) coordinator which may entail involvement in grants that support this educational and service mission of the Department, 2) Developing, delivering and overseeing pesticide education and safety training, 3) Serving as departmental liaison to provide college- wide Pesticide Safety Training for graduate research assistants and staff in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, 4) Developing, delivering and overseeing Worker Protection Standards Training, 5) Work with county agents and specialists to develop worker protection training modules and videos.

The incumbent will be required to travel independently across the state; therefore, comfort and proficiency in driving are essential for successful job performance.
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
MS required but PhD strongly preferred in entomology, a related life science field or agricultural education/communication. One to two years' experience overseeing similar programs is also highly desirable.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and evidence of interdisciplinary background. Outstanding communication and organizational skills together with knowledge about worker protection standards and pesticide safety are essential to the position.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Build interdisciplinary educational programs in pesticide use and safety and worker protection standards. The core responsibility of this position is to develop and deliver interdisciplinary programs by: 1) Serving as the state Pesticide Safety Educational Program (PSEP) coordinator which may entail involvement in grants that support this educational and service mission of the Department, 2) Developing, delivering and overseeing pesticide education and safety training, 3) Serving as departmental liaison to provide college- wide Pesticide Safety Training for graduate research assistants and staff in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, 4) Developing, delivering and overseeing Worker Protection Standards Training, 5) Work with county agents and specialists to develop worker protection training modules and videos.
Percentage Of Time 100

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. List of References with Contact Information

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