Nursery Supervisor

Agricultural Research Manager (NS) Position Number: 60032252 | Grade: NC15 Duty Station: 762 Claridge Nursery Road, Goldsboro, NC 27530 Job Summary This position is responsible for managing the production and day‑to‑day operations of a major, multi‑species bareroot and container forest tree seedling nursery. It interacts with landowners and tree‑planting contractors to coordinate in‑state and out‑of‑state seedling deliveries, troubleshoots product problems, investigates and resolves customer complaints, and provides program management and oversight in the absence of the Nursery and Tree Improvement Program Head. Key Responsibilities Manage production and day‑to‑day operations of a major, multi‑species bareroot and container forest tree seedling nursery. Coordinate in‑state and out‑of‑state seedling deliveries with landowners and tree‑planting contractors. Troubleshoot product problems and investigate and resolve customer complaints. Provide program management and oversight in the absence of the Nursery and Tree Improvement Program Head. Compensation Recruitment Range: $55,221 - $96,639 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of North Carolina Forest Service programs and services. Experience in forest tree nursery or agriculture management. Working knowledge of forest tree seedling nursery practices in the Southern United States. Knowledge of state budgets as well as purchasing and contract procedures. Ability to provide excellent customer service and administrative responsibilities. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree related to the assigned program area and two years of general research experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)