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Landscape SpecialistThe Landscape Specialist will work under the supervision of the Farm Manager and will be responsible for edging grass/sidewalks, mowing, trimming hedges, pruning trees, maintaining ornamental areas, planting flowers/plants/shrubs, removing grass from flower beds, and general grounds upkeep for the 1890 Research and Extension buildings. The selected candidate will also assist in maintaining research plots and the daily care of farm animals.Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus four years of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance or related area.Salary Information: $40,000Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeSpecial Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position): Please submit your resume and list of 3 professional references under Resume' on your application.Recruitment Contact Information: Sharron WilliamsAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site do not send to listed recruitment contact.Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports CheckThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Constant Physical Activity: Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity: N/AOccasional Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, N/A, Repetitive MotionBenefits Eligible: Yes

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