What are the responsibilities and job description for the TES - Assistant Production Specialist (Stockton Maple Project) position at Stockton University?
Stockton University is ranked among the top public universities in the Northeast with more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as continuing education opportunities. The University, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, offers unique living and learning environments throughout southern New Jersey, including the 1,600-acre Galloway campus in the Pinelands National Reserve and Stockton University Atlantic City, located in the University District, just steps from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk. Additional locations include Hammonton and Manahawkin. As a public university, Stockton provides an environment for excellence to our student body through an interdisciplinary approach to liberal arts, sciences, and professional education. Founded in 1969, Stockton held its first classes in 1971. The University’s commitment to a welcoming and vibrant community makes Stockton a great place to learn and work! Learn more about the many reasons to choose Stockton at www.Stockton.edu.
Faculty and Staff are committed to support Stockton University’s strong student-centered vision and mission.
This is an in-person on campus, non-remote position. The University has implemented a program allowing employees to work from home one day a week. Participation is subject to Divisional Executive approval depending on operational need.
TES - Assistant Production Specialist (Stockton Maple Project)
- Galloway, New Jersey
- School of Natural Science & Mathematics
- Temporary (TES)
- Opened on: Oct 31 2025
Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)
Department: School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Salary Information: $20.00 per hour
Work Hours:5 to 25 hours per week
Brief Job Overview/Summary
This position is a seasonal, part-time, job at Stockton University working on the Stockton Maple Project, performing duties related to harvesting maple sap. This position will help tap maple trees, untap maple trees, clear brush, install, replace, maintain & remove tubing systems, monitor sap flow level in tubing, pull taps at the end of the season, and clean equipment.
Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- This is outdoor work performed in part during harsh winter temperatures and conditions and includes:
- Seasonal, part-time, job at Stockton University working on the Stockton Maple Project
- Performing duties related to harvesting maple sap
- Help tap maple trees, untap maple trees, clear brush, install, replace, maintain & remove tubing systems, monitor sap flow level in tubing, pull taps at the end of the season, and clean equipment
- Help operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair vacuum pump systems, reverse osmosis (RO) systems, and related equipment
- This position may require afternoon, evening, and weekend hours for sugarbush management
- This position will report to Stockton’s main campus but will also require off-site visits to project partners’ sugarbushes for possible tubing installations
- This work may be performed in part during harsh winter temperatures and conditions and includes extensive lifting
Required Qualifications
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and repair production equipment
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with the public in a professional manner
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, including faculty, students, and external partners
- A basic understanding of maple syrup production processes is preferred
- Basic plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry skills required
Screening Information:
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu
Only electronic documents will be accepted. (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
- A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
- Current resume
Please note:
- Stockton University is an equal opportunity institution. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Stockton University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (including, but not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations as appropriate. An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process by contacting Bart Musitano, Manager for University Pensions and Benefits within the Office of Human Resources (Main Campus, J-115) at 609-652-4384, Monday-Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm
- All offers of employment are contingent upon a favorable background check, which may include social intelligence from a consumer reporting agency.
- In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
- Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act (Clery Act), prospective employees may access Stockton’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) at https://www.stockton.edu/police/crime-statistics.html. The ASFSR contains the previous three years of reported Clery Act crime statistics, fire safety information and information regarding campus and personal safety. Paper copies of the report are available at the Stockton University Police Department, building 71, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway Township, NJ, or call 609-652-4390, to request that a copy be sent via postal mail.
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