Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor (AP 24-20) County Locations : Lake County, Mendocino County Date Posted : November 18, 2024 Closing Date : January 6, 2025 Position Overview The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor at the Assistant rank. The successful candidate will implement an extension education and applied problem-solving research program in livestock production systems and range management on both private and public lands for Mendocino and Lake Counties. The advisor will conduct a locally based extension, education, and applied research program to address high priority issues with a focus on livestock production practices, rangeland management, and marketing. Location Headquarters : UCCE Mendocino County Office, 890 N. Bush St., Ukiah, CA Position Details The Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor will serve clientele in the Mendocino and Lake Counties with a general focus on livestock production systems including grazing management, pasture management, livestock nutrition, herd health, animal husbandry, genetic selection, reproduction, harvesting/processing, and marketing. Rangeland livestock production is the primary land use in the region and continues to be one of the leading agricultural commodities. Cattle is the largest segment of the local livestock industry, but goats, sheep, poultry, and swine are also present and are growing in numbers. Nearly all the cattle produced in the region come from cow/calf operations that operate on a complex and diverse mix of private and public land. The advisor is expected to implement a variety of extension activities to address local needs. This information can be disseminated through workshops, seminars, field days, short courses, newsletters, and lay publications, in coordination with local public agencies. This is an exciting opportunity to do research and provide research-based education on livestock management practices to enhance production efficiency, ranch profitability, and the ecosystem services associated with rangeland livestock production. Key clientele groups include livestock producers, public resource management agencies, nonprofit conservation organizations, tribes, and youth groups. Collaboration with these groups will identify issues and opportunities for extension of livestock and land management information. Applied research and creative activity are expected to be aligned with the position description and determined by clientele needs, and include collaboration on projects, securing grant funding from public agencies, private foundations, and commodity groups, and publications in relevant topical journals. Research will be synthesized and popularized in ANR publications, academic journals, the internet, and other outlets as appropriate. Counties of Responsibility This position will serve Mendocino and Lake Counties. Reporting Relationship The Cooperative Extension advisor serves under the administrative guidance of the University of California Cooperative Extension County Director for Mendocino and Lake Counties. It is not a remote position; the candidate must be available to work onsite at the headquarters location and travel to and be present in other counties with programmatic responsibilities. Qualifications and Skills Required Required Qualifications Education: The successful applicant will have a minimum of a master’s degree in animal science, range management, or a closely related field and coursework or a degree in agricultural economics. In lieu of a range management degree, the applicant would have the minimum coursework to be a Certified Rangeland Manager. Key Qualifications: Coursework or a degree in agricultural economics. Certified Rangeland Manager license or minimum coursework to obtain license as a Certified Rangeland Manager. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability and property damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Extension experience and demonstrated excellence in the areas of applied research is desired. Coursework and experience in range management, livestock production including small and large ruminants, fuels management, and natural resource management. Training and experience in interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary research and collaboration is preferred. Familiarity with California’s natural resources will be beneficial. Knowledge and demonstrated use of remote methods of conducting outreach and delivery are a benefit. Additional Skills Required Interest in and a desire to pursue a career in UC Cooperative Extension. Technical Competence and Impact: The candidate should understand key concepts to optimize engagement and development and be able to design and implement a program that leads to positive changes and impact within the community and beyond. Communication: Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, interpersonal and information technology communication skills. Collaboration, Teamwork and Flexibility: The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as a team member with key external stakeholders and county-based staff. Lifelong Learning: There is an expectation that Advisors evolve and grow across their career and respond to changes in the industry, clientele, and organizational change. Salary & Benefits Salary: The salary range for this Cooperative Extension Advisor position is Assistant Rank, Step I ($85,600) to Step VI ($105,200). Step placement in the Advisor series is based on applicable experience and professional qualifications. Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, two days per month paid vacation, one day per month paid sick leave, and paid holidays. This position is eligible for sabbatical leave privileges as per the terms of the University policy. How to Apply If interested in this position, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/ and choose “applicants” (refer to position 24-20). An in-person finalist interview may be required as part of the search process. Closing Date: To ensure full consideration, complete application packets must be received by January 6, 2025 (open until filled). Questions? Contact Mikyla Perez, email: mikperezucanr.edu The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited. J-18808-Ljbffr
