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POSITION:
PVP Crop
Specialist
Monsanto has an opportunity for a
PVP Crop Specialist in Woodland, California.
At Seminis, a vegetable
seed business unit of
Monsanto, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the
best individuals through our team-oriented culture that
encourages creativity, decision-making and entrepreneurial
spirit. Seminis is the largest developer, grower and marketer of
fruit and vegetable seeds in the world. We lead the development
of hybrids that improve nutrition, boost crop yields, limit
spoilage and reduce the need for chemicals. Research is the
heart of Seminis and its future as we are committed to
consistently introducing innovative products for our customers.
It's amazing to consider that improving human health, promoting
environmental stewardship and fostering greater economic growth
for the agricultural community can all start with something as
small as a seed.
The PVP Crop Specialist will assist the Plant Variety Protection
(PVP) Crop Specialist with all aspects of PVP. This includes
planning, scheduling, planting, data collection and harvest. The
successful candidate must be able to perform a wide variety of
administrative tasks that are complex in nature where
independent action and a high degree of initiative are required
in resolving problems and developing recommendations with the
ability to meet required deadlines. He or she must be able to
work with minimal supervision, handle multiple projects at once
and deal effectively with last-minute requests and changes. The
candidate needs to be detail-oriented with excellent
organizational skills and the ability to perform a broad scope
of multiple tasks in a fast- paced environment.
Other Responsibilities:
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Supervise crews of people with
diverse backgrounds.
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Keep accurate records of all
data collected.
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Manage supplies and inventory.
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Pay close attention to
deadlines.
Required
Experience/Education/Attributes:
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Bachelor’s degree in an
Agricultural field.
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Excellent organizational
skills.
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Proficient in Microsoft
Office-Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, etc.
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Ability to multitask.
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Must work well under pressure.
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Positive attitude and detail
oriented.
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Must be able to work outdoors
for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions.
Overtime and weekends seasonally.
Desired
Experience/Education/Attributes:
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1-3 years of agricultural
research experience.
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Research background is a plus.
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Bi-lingual in English and
Spanish is a plus.
To view a more complete and
detailed job description of this exciting position, please visit
our website at
www.monsanto.com/careers and to apply online select req. #
mons-00009757.
We offer very competitive salaries and an extensive benefits
package.
Monsanto values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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