UCCE Local Employment Opportunities
University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Positions will promote, in all ways consistent with the other responsibilities of the position, accomplishment of the Affirmative Action goals established by the Division.
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ACADEMIC POSITIONS
Community Nutrition and Health Advisor (Applied Research and Extension) Central Sierra, Placer and Nevada Counties 21-27
Location: Jackson, Amador County
Date Posted: May 2, 2023
Closing Date: June 19, 2023
Pay Scale: $71,200.00/year to $94,000.00/year
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique opportunity for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Community Nutrition and Health Advisor to implement an innovative extension education and applied problem-solving research program for the Central Sierra (including El Dorado, Amador, Calaveras, and Tuolumne counties) and Placer and Nevada counties, a primarily rural area.
The advisor will develop a program based on priority community needs within the broad areas of healthy lifestyles, health equity, food security, Indigenous food sovereignty, nutrition, water security and safety, health, and/or climate change. Of specific current interest are the areas of farm to school programs, the social determinants of health in a rural context, partnering with Tribes and tribal communities to co-develop culturally relevant programming, and community health response to issues such as COVID and mental health.
The advisor will work with and provide a point of connection for the county, state, tribal, community, schools and other organizations to work together toward enhanced community health and resilience. The advisor’s applied research program will inform management and policy efforts across the area counties with potential for impact throughout California.
Integrated Pest Management Area Advisor (Applied Research and Extension) Job ID 22-26
Location: Placerville, El Dorado County
Date Posted: April 11, 2023
Closing Date: May 23, 2023
Pay Scale: $71,200.00/year to $94,000.00/year
Career Appointment: 100% (Full Time)
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) IPM Area Advisor.UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers and educators dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and health issues. Over 150 UC ANR UCCE advisors conduct research, outreach and education from locally based CE offices serving all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California’s reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
he Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Area Advisor will implement a dynamic applied research and extension outreach program addressing sustainable management for a wide range of pests and abiotic plant disorders affecting the diverse small farm cropping systems and associated grower communities found within the region.
STAFF POSITIONS
CalFresh Community Education Specialist 2 – Placerville, CA (2 Positions Available)
Location: Placerville, El Dorado County
Date Posted: August 17, 2023
Closing Date: Until Filled
Pay Scale: $21.07/hr. to $28.02/hr.
Job ID 57914: 50% variable (part time)
Job ID 57910: 100% fixed (full time)
The Community Education Specialist 2 will perform the full range of program implementation duties. Incumbent will be responsible for the coordination, management, and delivery of nutrition education to community-based adults and/or youth. This includes training, guiding, and supporting volunteer extenders with education, information and resources; evaluating program implementation; collecting and compiling enrollment, documentation, and evaluation data from volunteer extenders and participants; and writing reports in compliance with funding requirements.
This position's primary focus will be on conducting, managing, and evaluating a nutrition education program to improve the environment of the school and community.
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Job ID 57914: 50% variable (part time)
Job ID 57910: 100% fixed (full time)
4-H Community Education Specialist 2 - Jackson, CA, Job ID 55806
Location: Jackson, Amador County
Date Posted: July 6, 2023
Closing Date: Until Filled
Pay Scale: $21.07/hr. to $28.02/hr.
Career Appointment: 50% variable
The Community Education Specialist 2 will perform the full range of program implementation duties. Incumbent will be responsible for the coordination, management, and delivery of education to community members through a combination of direct education and volunteer management. This includes training, guiding, and supporting volunteer extenders with education, information and resources; evaluating program implementation; collecting and compiling enrollment, documentation, and evaluation data from volunteer extenders and participants; and writing reports in compliance with funding requirements.
This position's primary focus will be on conducting, managing, and evaluating an education program to improve the environment of the school and community.