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| Departmental Openings | r Position Title: (posted 2/19/2008) Computer Specialist Position Available. Responsibilities include upgrading and maintaining departmental computer graphics and teaching laboratories. Perform systems analysis, planning, evaluation and design work on facility. Install, update and maintain the software, hardware, and license records of the laboratories to assure computer services are available at all times to students and faculty. Facilitate computer-assisted learning. Provide technical expertise to faculty developing distance learning projects; on-line, web-based information and interactive multimedia presentations to extend OSU's learning environment beyond the traditional classroom. Evolve and improve software development techniques and processes. Provide instruction and training to departmental faculty, staff and students on the use of network, OS and applications software and related computer hardware. Provide workstation support services and technical problem resolution to departmental users. Maintain network services to departmental users. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent and one year experience with software analysis, design, computer programming, and technical writing is required. Experience can be substituted for certifications such as Microsoft, Cisco, etc. Written and oral communication skills, ability to work with people and fostering student learning are essential. Apply on-line at jobs.okstate.edu, position 04155. Application deadline is March 14, 2008, or until a suitable applicant is found. OSU is an AA/EEOE-Verify employer committed to multicultural diversity. r Position Title: (posted 1/07/2008) Extension Associate Position at Oklahoma State University Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture is open for applications. Responsibilities include 4-H and Youth Programs staff specialist and Horticulture 4-H liaison. Successful candidate will provide horticulture programming and training for use in: public schools and 4-H related youth programs via development of educational materials, delivery of training workshops, conferences, short courses, distance education, career events, etc. A B.S. degree in Horticulture is required, M.S. degree is preferred. Apply online at jobs.okstate.edu, position 04028. If you need assistance with the on-line application process, call 405.744.7401. Application deadline is February 4, 2008, or until a suitable applicant is found. OSU is an AA/EEO/E-Verify employer committed to multicultural diversity. r Position Title: (posted 10/30/07) Assistant Professor, Herbaceous Ornamental Crop Development and Production Specialist, 11-month, 75% teaching, 25% research appointment.Click here for full description, responsibilities, qualifications, salary, etc. Review of applicants will being on February 10, 2008 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. r Position Title: (posted 10/30/07) Assistant Professor, Turfgrass Science, 11-month, 30% extension and 70% research responsibilities.Click here for full description, responsibilities, qualifications, salary, etc. Review of applicants will being on January 15, 2008 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. r Position Title: (posted 10/22/07) GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP: Have you ever thought about graduate school? Did you know you could get paid while pursuing a M.S. degree in the Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Department? CHECK US OUT at http://www.hortla.okstate.edu/hortla/graduateprogram.htm ! Further your education at Oklahoma State University under the direction of nationally recognized faculty located in the state's premier education community. Stillwater, Oklahoma is one of America's top micropolitan areas offering excellent schools, low crime rate, low cost of living, recreational and cultural opportunities. Half-time M.S. graduate assistantships are available to study in the following areas:
Out-of-state tuition is waived and medical benefits are available at no cost to the students. Stipends begin at $15,000/year. Additional performance-based enhancement scholarships are also available. Additional information concerning the department and faculty is available at http://www.hortla.okstate.edu/. Contact Dr. Jeff Anderson for additional information at Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, email jeff.anderson@okstate.edu, phone 405-744-5422. Information concerning O.S.U. Graduate College and an online application is available at http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/. Information concerning the city of Stillwater is available at http://www.stillwater.ok.us/. r Position Title: (posted 9/23/07): Graduate Assistantship. A ½-time graduate assistantship is available to work on nitrogen and nickel nutrition of pecan. The research will involve both greenhouse and field studies that contribute to understanding nitrogen absorption, partitioning, recycling and losses in pecan. Nickel is a recently recognized essential element. Work related to nickel will develop baseline information related to the sufficiency of nickel in Oklahoma pecan orchards. In addition, the role of nitrogen and nickel in a physiological kernel disorder "kernel necrosis" will be investigated. The assistantship is available for either M.S. or Ph.D. candidates. Out-of-state tuition is waived. The stipend is $20,000/year, plus a scholarship is available to support travel to one professional meeting per year. Additional information concerning the department and faculty is available at http://www.hortla.okstate.edu/. Contact Michael Smith for additional information at Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, email mike.smith@okstate.edu, phone 405-744-6463. Information concerning O.S.U. Graduate College and an online application is available at http://gradcollege.okstate.edu/. Information concerning the city of Stillwater is available at http://www.stillwater.ok.us/. | ||
| Horticulture Openings Careers at SavATree SavATree has exciting career opportunities and job openings for passionate students of urban forestry, horticulture, tree care, arboriculture, lawn care and related fields of study. | r Position: (posted 4/22/08) ORCHARD MANAGER I am looking for a person with pecan growing/operating experience to manage a recently planted/grafted 80 acre pecan orchard. Must have references and the ability to operate and maintain most equipment appropriate for an irrigated pecan orchard. The orchard is located approximately 5 miles north of Tulsa between Skiatook and Tulsa. Salary is negotiable and on-site housing can be provided as part of the salary package. Responsibilities will include the establishment of a new orchard on an adjacent 100 acres. Please submit your resume, salary requirements, and references to Dewey Bartlett at 1648 S. Boston Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74119. Any questions, please call at 918 587-4154 x100. r Position: (posted 4/11/08) Nursery Manager for Scapes Inc., Mustang, OK. Looking for a Nursery manager, skilled in tree and shrub identification, insect and disease, soils, sprinkler systems, and tractors. The Nursery manager oversees the dialy operations of our nursery located in Mustang, OK. Scapes Inc. is a Professional Design/Build Landscape Frim established in 1981. More information is posted on 'Hire OSU Grads' site or you can send an email , letting them know you found the position on the OSU Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Career site. Email: Jim@ScapesIncOkc.com . r Position: (posted 3/28/08) SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Location: Washington Irving Memorial Park and Arboretum, Bixby, Oklahoma, Employer: City of Bixby, Parks Department, Salary: $10 per hour, Employment Duration: Approximately 12 weeks, Start Date: Based on student's availability, Job Description: Park Employee, Job Requirements: Tree planting and general tree care i.e. mulching, watering, pruning, etc. Some general grounds maintenance, develop tree inventories, develop educational materials and other duties as required. Individual must be able to operate park equipment and have a general knowledge of botanical names and terms. Individual will be under the direct supervision of the Parks Director. Washington Irving memorial Park and Arboretum is an affiliate garden of OSU's Oklahoma Botanical Garden and Arboretum. POC: Don Cash, Parks Director; City of Bixby, P. O. Box 70, Bixby, OK 74008, Office: (918) 366-0480, Cell: (918) 344-9081, Email: dcash@bixby.com r Position: (posted 3/14/08) Keathly's Nursery and Landscaping is now hiring for spring and summer! Full and part time positions are available for the garden center, nursery and landscaping crew. We offer: Flexible hours, Weekly paycheck, Experience in horticulture and landscaping, Possible internships , If you are interested please call Lauren Branscum at 405-615-7181 or Caleb Wetmore at 580-628-7144. We are located at 3307 E. 6th st. in Stillwater. r Position Title: (posted 3/13/08) Orchard Manager. I am looking for a person with pecan growing/operating experience to manage a recently planted/grafted 80 acre pecan orchard. Must have references and the ability to operate and maintain most equipment appropriate for an irrigated pecan orchard. The orchard is located approximately 5 miles north of Tulsa between Skiatook and Tulsa. Salary is negotiable and on-site housing can be provided as part of the salary package. Responsibilities will include the establishment of a new orchard on an adjacent 100 acres. Please submit your resume, salary requirements, and references to Dewey Bartlett at 1648 S. Boston Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74119. Any questions, please call at 918 587-4154 x100. r Position Title: (posted 2/18/08) Assistant Professor and Extension Vegetable Specialist. This is a 12 month, non-tenure track faculty position, 100% Extension. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Horticulture, along with the equivalent of two years experience in extension, teaching and research. A strong background in the commercial production of vegetable crops is desirable. Application process: Interested Queries should be directed to Dr. Al B. Wagner, Jr. at 979.845.7023. Applicants should submit to the employment website (https://greatjobs.tamu.edu) a letter of application, curriculum vitae, resume, vision statement and anmes and contact information for three references. The NOV Number is 02989. Review of applicants will continue until a suitable applicant is found. Dept. of Horticulture, 225 HFSB, 2134 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-2134. http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu. r Position Title: (posted 2/05/08) Assistant Professor in Horticulture. Qualifications: An earned doctorage in Horticulture or closely related field is required. Evidence of actual or potential success in teaching, research and service is also expected. Excellent communication skills are required. Must have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Preference will be given to those with academic training and experience related to landscape design and plant materials. Responsibilitiy: Seventy-five percent teaching, tweny-five percent research appointment with service activities required for promotion, merit pay increases and tenure. Primary teachign and research responsibiliies will be in the discipline of Horticulture. Procedure: Submit letter of interest, curriculum vita, and official transcripts for all university work. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the search committee chair by references. Dr. Robert A. Lane, Search Committee Chair, Department of Agricultural and Industrial Sciences, Sam Houston State University, PO Box 2088, Huntsville, TX 77341-2088. Phone: 936-294-1225; Fax: 936-294-1232; Email: blane@shsu.edu. Review of materials will begin March 1, 2008 and continue until a suitable candiate is found. EEO/AAP employer. | ||
| Landscape Architecture Openings | rPosition: (posted 4/28/08) Meeks Design Group, Inc. is looking for an entry level Landscape Designer to add to their current staff. Licensed in 24 states, MDG is a small staff with large projects on the horizon. If you are a motivated individual that collaborates well with others and are interested in living in the Dallas area, then contact us to find out more about the Meeks Design Team. Contact information: President, Herb Meeks, CLARB, ASLA; 1100 Centennial Blvd., Ste 270; Richardson, Texas 75081; phone 972-690-7474; FAX: 972-690-7878; email: hmeeks@mdgland.com r Position: (posted 3/28/08) Interested in advancing YOUR professional opportunities? Please consider openings in other Design Workshop offices as an avenue for your own professional growth. "Spreading the knowledge; shortening the hallways". The Aspen office is seeking a Design and Planning professional with 4-11 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in site design and planning; demonstrated ability in project management and business development; demonstrated the successful management of projects from the conceptual design through the completion of construction documents; and proven experience producing drawings from schematics through CD's. Candidates must also be self-motivated with the ability and desire to lead others in the design and construction documentation process. Jerod D. Costner , Associate ; 1390 Lawrence Street, Suite 200; Denver, Colorado 80204 303.623.2616 ext. 120 (direct); 303.623.5186 (main); http://www.designworkshop.com | ||
| Landscape ContractingSpe | r Position: (posted 4/11/08) Landscape Contractor/Installation Manager for Scapes Inc., Mustang, OK. Looking for an Installation Manager to help in the Landscape Installation Division. The ideal candidate has knowledge in: tree and shrub identification, planting techniques, an 'eye' for enhancing the overall flow of the landscape, water and soils, fertilization, and professionalism. Scapes Inc. is a Professional Design/Build Landscape Frim established in 1981. We specialize in the installation of Residential Landscapes, all around the Edmond/OKC areas. More information is posted on 'Hire OSU Grads' site or you can send an email , letting them know you found the position on the OSU Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Career site. Email: Jim@ScapesIncOkc.com . r Position Title: (posted 02/12/08) Pine Ridge Landscaping, Inc. is seeking a Landscape Designer. The successful candidate will be the prime company contact for landscape design funcitons within the organization. You will work with staff, clients and account managers to provide detailed drawings and/or designs for new landscape installations and landscape enhancement projects. Specific work functions include: Landscape design for Pine Ridge projects; Develop flower matrix book for PRL properties; Assist in property/management rsch for landscape proposals; Quality control property inspections; Assist in updating maintenance records; Assist in PR campaign, newsletter, contact database; Develop picture example book for good designs vs. poor designs; Assist in bidding of landscape projects. Education and/or Experience: This position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in landscape design or architecture and five years experience and/or training. An extensive knowledge of native and ornamental trees, shrubs, foliage and flowers, as well as growing seasons, planting environments, and plant maintenance requirements is essential. An eye for color and a creative artistic flair will round-out the skill set needed to create successful landscape designs. Visit their website www.pineridgelandscaping.com . r Position Title: (posted 02/12/08) Prairie's Edge Landscaping, Stillwater, OK. Stillwater's premier landscape contractor is looking for employees that love the outdoors and want to work with a company that has a wealthof experience and is willing to teach those that want to learn the skills that have made landscaping one of the largest growing industries in America. Call 405-372-2551 to apply. | ||
| Turfgrass Openings | r Position Title: (posted 3/26/08) Assistant Superintendent. Chenal Country Club is the premier 36 hole private club in the state of Arkansas. Both the Founders' and Bear Den courses are designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and are ranked in the top ten in the state. This assistant position will be responsible for many facets of golf course management. The Chenal Turf staff takes great pride in forming a team that consistently produces top quality conditions and service. We are looking for an individual with a positive attitude and a team mindset. With 36 holes, chances to learn and increase knowledge are at every corner. At Chenal, we actively promote from within, increasing individual career opportunities, with the goal of becoming a superintendent. Chenal Country Club is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/V/D. Course type: Private membership Open year round: Yes Annual Rounds: 35,000+ Maintenance budget: $1.6 Million Grasses Greens: A-1 Bentgrass; Tees/Fairways: Meyer/Cavalier Zoysiagrass; Rough: Bermudagrass/ Zoysiagrass Requirements Experience: Must have completed an internship and 2 or more seasons on golf course maintenance. Education: Two or four year degree in Turf or related field. Special skills: Must be able to obtain an Arkansas Pesticide License. Salary: annual Duties: Golf course maintenance; Flower beds; Driving range/tee maintenance; Fertilizer/chemical applications Benefits: Health insurance; Meals; Life insurance; Uniforms; 401 (k); Golfing privileges; Dues paid to local chapter membership; Vision insurance; Dues paid to GCSAA membership; Dental insurance; Expenses paid to local chapter meeting Responsible to: Head Superintendent Position Available: Immediately Application deadline: April 18, 2008 To apply send resume to: Jed Spencer, CGCS, Head Superintendent; Chenal Country Club; 18701 Chenal Valley Drive; Little Rock, AR 72223; Phone: 501-821-2077; Fax: 501-448-0076; jspencer@chenalcc.com r Position Title: (posted 3/17/08) Assistant Superintendent, The Golf Club at the Resort, 5700 The Resort Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas 76179, The Golf Club at the Resort is looking for an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. Candidates will have at least 2 years of golf course experience. 2-4 year degree in Turfgrass Management is also required. Previous management experience preferred. Champion bermudagrass experienced is also preferred. Salary will be $30,000 per year . Club pays partial health and dental. 1 week vacation after 1 year. Personal/ sick days after 6 months. Uniforms are provided. Golfing privileges. This opening is available ASAP and will stay open until filled. The Golf Club at the Resort is a 6,626-yard, Par 72, 18-Hole Championship Golf Course. It is located on the eastern shore of Eagle Mountain Lake. It is located in a gated community. We are currently daily fee play, but our long term goal is to take the club totally private. The Course was completely redesigned and renovated in 2006. All 20 greens were cored out and replaced to USGA specifications with Champion bermudagrass. 3 new holes were built along with 20 new tees and 25 additional bunkers. We will continue to improve the course with an ongoing renovation of more tees and added irrigation. Website address: www.thegolfclubattheresort.com Contact: Rick Martin, Golf Course Superintendent. E-mail: rick@centurionamerican.com r Position Title: (posted 3/11/08) Turf and Ornamental Consultant. $28,000. Candidate Requirements. Degree in Horticulture, Turf Science or related field. Seeking candidate who is hard-working, conscientious and responsible. Must be able to diagnose and treat potential turf, shrub and tree diseases. Must be able to identify turf types, tree and shrub species. Job Description: Typical daily services include: fertilizing, application of weed control, tree and shrub applications. Aeration and overseeding services done in September. Consult as needed with customers regarding problems with turf, shrubs and trees. Benefits: After completion of 4 month acclimation period employee benefits include: Paid major medical insurance, All major holidays off with pay, 1 week minimum off with pay at Christmas, 1 week vacation time per year., 6 days of sick leave per year, Bereavement Leave. Uniforms are provided and HHS will pay $75 towards work boots. Uniforms consist of (6) lightweight "hiking style" pant which zips off into shorts with collared shirt, (4) sweatshirts and (1) lightweight jacket. Cell phone or radio equivalent will be provided for paid use during working hours. About Howard Horticultural Services, Inc.: Trevor Howard founded HHS in 2002 on the principal of providing personal, yet professional service. Customer service and developing long-term relationships with our customers is our first goal. Rest assured that HHS would strive to meet the needs of our employees in the same fashion. Trevor has a B.S. in Park Resource Management from Kansas State University. He has worked in the field of turf and ornamental application since 1991. Lori Howard joined the company in 2003 coming from a management background and handles the administrative side of the business. HHS is not simply an application company, but a consultant and partner with our customers. To maintain this level of service we are building a team of professionals with the education and experience to support these needs. Howard Horticultural Services, Inc., 1505 W. Detroit Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-459-2786 how4ksu@cox.net | ||
| Local Positions | Posted April 7, 2008: Part-Time help wanted now through Fall! Retired OSU professor of horticulture wants to employ a reliable and knowledgeable student to work 8-12 hours/week (depending on seasonal needs) for lawn & lawnscape care & maintenance. Duties include: occasional vegetable garden and minor landscape constsructionn (raised beds, pathways, etc.) and swimming pool care. Experience: Knowledge of plant materials and simple home pest control methods; trustworthy and ability to think & work independently; work hours flexible; excellent hands-on learnign experience: limited access to swimming pool possible Contact: Ray Campbell, 747-0953 or email raycampbellidabel@sbcglobal.net Posted - 2/1/08. Attention Students! Looking for hard working individual with good work ethics. Full or part time available. Any automotive experience would be appreciated but not mandatory. Job description would include tire work, brake work, general mechanics and obvious shop cleaning duties. Please inquire in person at PIONEER TIRE CENTER, INC. 301 E 6TH, STILLWATER< OK 405-372-8355. |
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