Help horticulture center assistant Job at Illinois State University, Normal, IL

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  • Illinois State University
  • Normal, IL

Job Description

Job no: 520139

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Extra Help Horticulture Center Assistant

Division Name: Academic Affairs

Department: Agriculture


Job Summary

This position will aid in the earthwork establishment and prairie installation on the west side of the ISU Horticulture Center. Work also involves maintenance of the gardens on the east side and basic knowledge and operation of landscape equipment. Work will take place outdoors.

Additional Information

Benefits include time away from work for eligible employees and the option to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$15.00 per hour

Required Qualifications

1. Native plant knowledge.
2. Ability to operate basic landscape equipment.

Work Hours

28 hours per week maximum. Work hours will fall between 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday with some weekend availability required.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:


1. Remain at workstation for extended periods.
2. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

April 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Reference List

Please Note : These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity


Please Note : These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior

Special Instructions for Applicants

Extra Help employees may only work up to 28 hours per week for all University employment. Employees are only paid for hours worked and do not qualify for most benefits including health insurance and retirement, with Illinois State University. However, Extra Help employees are eligible to participate in the University’s supplemental retirement savings plans (403b). Applicable retirement information is provided at the time of hire. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment. In addition, extra help employees may only work up to 900 hours total during their employment.


Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.


Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois.

Contact Information for Applicants

Breanna Crippen
Human Resources
309-438-8315
bcplese@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 04/08/2025 09:55 AM CST

Application Closes: 04/11/2025 11:55 PM CST

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Outdoor, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,

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