University of California ANR Seeks Urban IPM Area Advisor

The Urban IPM Area Advisor will develop IPM strategies to effectively manage pests in urban areas while protecting public health and the environment. Key clientele includes public agencies, pest management professionals licensed by either the Structural Pest Control Board or the Department of Pesticide Regulation, and unlicensed members of the general public.

 

This position will primarily address the UC ANR condition change of ‘promoting healthy people and communities’ but will also contribute to ‘developing a qualified workforce’ and ‘promoting economic prosperity.’ The three counties of UCCE Capitol Corridor have a combined population of approximately 2.25 million people, which is more than the total populations of 15 states.

 

Extension activities will include coordinating with local public agencies, pest management professional groups (such as Pest Control Operators of California and Pesticide Applicators Professional Association), the UC IPM Program, and faculty and CE Specialists at the UC Riverside and UC Berkeley Urban Pest Management Centers to develop, implement and participate in train-the-trainer programs and hands-on workshops for urban pest managers.

 

Research projects will focus on development of IPM programs to address high priority landscape pests (weeds, plant diseases, insects, vertebrates) or pests in and around structures (insects and commensal rodents).

 

A minimum of a master's degree in a pest management discipline, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date. The Advisor should have a deep understanding of urban integrated pest management and be able to design and implement a program that leads to positive changes and impact within the urban community and beyond. In addition, the Advisor should be able to demonstrate practical experience or training in structural and landscape pest management. Qualitative skills and experience with experimental design are required. A successful candidate should have a passion and desire to pursue a career in Cooperative Extension.

 

The beginning salary will be in the Cooperative Extension Assistant Advisor Rank and commensurate with applicable experience and professional qualifications.  For information regarding Cooperative Extension Advisor salary scales, please refer to the University of California website: https://ucanr.edu/sites/anrstaff/files/358478.pdf.  

 

This position is eligible for indefinite status following three successful reviews and subject to terms noted in UC ANR Policy and Procedure Manual, Section 315 https://ucanr.edu/sites/anrstaff/files/118501.pdf

 

 

If interested in this position, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/ and choose “applicants” (refer to position #22-39) To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by June 5, 2023 – (open until filled).

 

Contact Alma Jackson – email ajackson@ucanr.edu

 

Applicants may wish to explore the UC Davis Services for International Students and Scholars web page at https://siss.ucdavis.edu and the UC ANR Green Card Sponsorship Guidelines & FAQ's for reference.