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Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11994P
Working Title
Research Professional Weather Network
Department
CAES-Weather Network
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm
Advertised Salary
$40,000/Annual
Posting Date
04/23/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
05/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy
Griffin Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().
Position Information
Classification Title
Research Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary The University of Georgia (UGA) Weather Network is seeking applicants for the position of Weather Network Technician for the UGA Mesonet, a research-grade weather and climate monitoring network that supports agriculture and public safety across the State of Georgia. The UGA Weather Network is a statewide weather network consisting of 89 automated environmental stations that collect, archive, and disseminate over one million observations annually. The Weather Network Technician will be the second of two full-time technicians responsible for maintaining the network of weather stations, including visiting the stations on a regular basis to assess station reliability, maintain the surface area around the station, rotate or replace instruments as needed to maintain data quality, calibrate equipment in the laboratory, and record all maintenance and calibration activities in databases for historical metadata. The weather network is housed in the Associate Dean of Extension's office and provides service to Extension and the University of Georgia. The network is currently housed on the University of Georgia Griffin Campus. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies- Install, maintain, and repair weather stations and associated equipment.
- Collect and analyze weather data as requested by the director of the network.
- Maintain accurate records of metadata for weather network maintenance.
- Calibrate weather instruments on a regular schedule.
- Provide technical support to other weather network technicians.
- Maintain supplemental instruments for NADP, UVB, and other agencies at Bledsoe Farms as an occasional backup other employee.
- Stay up to date on the latest weather technologies.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Climb ladders and work at heights of up to 12 feet.
- Drive for several hours and work independently.
- Work in all weather conditions.
- Installation and maintenance of automated weather stations and related sensors for the UGA Weather Network.
- Visit all stations on a regular basis; check sensors and equipment and maintain equipment and grounds.
- Replace sensors in case of emergencies.
- Station sensors, loggers, batteries, and telephone systems are also calibrated and upgraded as needed.
- Calibration of weather station sensors and evaluation of weather data.
- Learn operation of Campbell Scientific datalogger unit and connected sensors; check daily weather reports and maps to maintain high-quality data; contact local collaborators in case of problems and take appropriate action as needed, including rapid replacement of sensors to keep stations and connected sensors operational.
- Maintain sensor database tracking changes in sensors.
- Enters changes of sensors, including serial numbers, notes on replacement and calibration, and dates of changes into the sensor database in a timely way.
- Vehicle maintenance as assigned by Mr. Edenfield. Maintain the department vehicles in a workable and clean condition.
- Service vehicles on an appropriate schedule.
- Get repairs done when needed.
- Check oil, tires, and other vehicle conditions regularly.
- Provide support for the UGA Weather Network at agricultural exhibitions, presentations to visitors and other groups as needed.
- Install weather stations, computers and other equipment if needed.
- Provide information about the network to visitors.
- Give presentations.