RESEARCH FARM SPECIALIST 2

RESEARCH FARM SPECIALIST 2

Salary

$2,978.00 - $5,360.00 Monthly

Location

Rayne, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

R00121814

Department

LSU Agricultural Center

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

11/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

About this Job

The LSU AgCenter focuses on research, extension and teaching to make advancements that will benefit generations. The LSU AgCenter is one of nine campuses of the LSU System. With offices in every parish and research stations across the state, the LSU AgCenter is committed to serving the citizens of Louisiana. That pledge includes our dedication to agriculture and the vital work of providing innovation and support for the food and fiber sector while improving agriculture's valuable contributions to the state's economy.

Our educational efforts span nutrition and health, food safety, backyard gardening, disaster preparedness, storm recovery, youth development, managing insects and natural threats, economic development, resource conservation and so much more. The LSU AgCenter provides individuals, families, businesses, schools, industries and local governments with valuable information aimed at improving economic conditions, general wellness and quality of life. Our faculty members across the state are actively engaged in research that creates solutions for the many aspects of agriculture while serving all residents of Louisiana. For more information on the LSU AgCenter, click here: LSU AgCenter.

The H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station is hiring a Research Farm Specialist 2. More information can be found here: H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience in research farming or in farm management; OR

Three years of experience in farming; OR

Twelve semester hours in an agricultural field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

As a Research Farm Specialist 2, you will have the following job duties:

• Operates and adjusts tractors, tillage implements, mowers, land-leveling equipment, ditchers, combines, and other agricultural equipment used to prepare and maintain research fields. Performs tillage, seedbed preparation, land leveling, drainage maintenance, mowing, harvesting, and other required field operations. (50%)
• Assists with harvesting and cleaning foundation rice seed, including operation and cleaning of grain bins and seed cleaning equipment. (20%)
• Works with research and farm personnel to prepare and maintain research areas. Observes and reports field, crop, and equipment conditions that may effect research activities or results. Performs routine equipment inspections, adjustments, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs. (15%)
• Assists with laying out and establishing research plots with field observations, measurements, sampling, harvesting, and research data collection. . (15%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, M-F, with the potential for some weekend work during harvest season and special events.
• Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
• Minimum - $17.18/hour; 1st Quartile - $20.62/hour; Midpoint - $24.05/hour; 3rd Quartile - $27.49/hour; Maximum - $30.92/hour.
• Location: H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station, Rayne, La.
• This position is not eligible for remote employment.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

• No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU.
• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact: Rebecca Smelley at rsmelley@agcenter.lsu.edu.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm