RESTORATION AG. FARM MANAGER

One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.

Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.

Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.

Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Manages the Restoration Ag Farm at Piedmont REC. Coordinates daily farm operations that support tree, shrub, plant, and crop production goals. Operation of drone technology for data capture. Facilitates management of other areas of the Clemson Bottoms. Work may include some nights, weekends and holidays. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Operations: Plan, coordinate, and direct the daily operations of Restoration Ag Farm and multifunctional agriculture site at the Clemson Bottoms. Develop and execute short and long-term plans of work for the sites. Maintain botanical tree, shrub, crop, and annual plant populations. Responsibilities include equipment operation, planting, harvesting, and plant/crop maintenance activities, and supervision of staff. Collaborate with other CAFLS or PREC units execute mission objectives.
20% - Essential - Facilities & Resources: Maintain land space resources to facilitate crop, tree, shrub, and annual/perennial plant production. Optimize and maintain equipment and facilities use. Maintain greenhouse facility to propagate and distribute plant material. Create and propagate plant materials for potential public sale or revenue generation. Manage other areas at Clemson Bottoms multifunctional agriculture site following long-term plans and as directed.
20% - Essential - Research, Teaching & Outreach: Facilitate university, college, PI, and self-initiated research, teaching, and outreach activities. Prepare reports and material for distribution as necessary. Facilitate site tours and outreach activities as requested.
10% - Essential - Research, Teaching & Outreach: Facilitate university, college, PI, and self-initiated research, teaching, and outreach activities. Prepare reports and material for distribution as necessary. Facilitate site tours and outreach activities as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree - animal husbandry, agriculture or a related field and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. Work experience that is directly related to the area of employment may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Work Experience - 1+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Certifications - Pesticide Applicator License

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold
Exposure to dust/fumes
Wet or humid
Vibration
Mechanical hazards
Chemical hazards
Electrical hazards
Radiant energy hazards

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary: $52,100

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

February 2, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.