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Director, Quail Ridge Reserve

Job ID: 34308

Job Title: Field Researcher 3 (Quail Ridge Director)

Full-time

Salary: $49,400/yr to $99,000/yr

Location: UC Davis

Application deadline: May 24, 2022

Learn more and apply at UC Davis Careers; current UC Davis employees should visit via UC Path (requires login)

Under the direction of the Director of the UC Davis Natural Reserve System (NRS), the Quail Ridge Director will manage, coordinate, and support field programs at the Quail Ridge Reserve. Oversees all reserve use and ensures safety and regulatory compliance. Takes the lead in developing and implementing programmatic goals and reserve use policies. Oversees creation and implementation of reserve management plan. Represents the University to the public, including (but not limited to) negotiating on the University’s behalf with local, state, and federal agencies; conducting public and K-12 educational outreach; and seeking and cultivating prospective donors. Plans implements new reserve facilities; supervises and performs maintenance and improvements of existing facilities and infrastructure. Experience desired in academic program management, natural resource management, environmental research and education, and design and construction of buildings and utilities.

Department Description

The UC Davis Natural Reserves – Bodega Marine, Jepson Prairie, Lassen Field Station, McLaughlin, Quail Ridge, and Stebbins Cold Canyon – encompass over 10,000 acres and are part of the UC Natural Reserve System (NRS) administered by the Davis campus. These reserves provide research and instructional facilities for resident and campus-based faculty, researchers, and students. Primary research emphases are integrative biological sciences including but not limited to ecology, behavior, and conservation, with additional use from engineering, humanities, physical and social sciences.

Physical Demands

• Work outside in a wide range of temperatures throughout the reserve.
• Hike rough terrain, steep hillsides, rocks and cliffs, carrying tools, sprayers, and/or research equipment
• Work in the presence of natural hazards such as poison oak and biting or stinging insects and wildlife.
• Sit or stand at desk for long periods of time
• Lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• Work at the Quail Ridge Reserve in Napa, California
• Responsible to follow all safety protocols at all times.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to meet operational needs.
• Limited time off during peak periods.
• Occasionally travel to attend meetings off-campus or out of state.
• Participate in Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. Valid CA driver’s license required.
• Provide clear information on reserve policies and procedures, support and provide scientific guidance to scientists, teachers and students.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with neighboring landowners, resource agencies, stakeholders, and various administrative groups.
• Work independently with minimal direction and take initiative to complete projects and assignments.
• Make informed, independent judgments on a wide variety of project-related activities.
• Make sound scientific decisions for setting policy on reserve use in coordination with NRS Director and Associate Director.
• Effectively interpret UCD policies and procedures for personnel, risk management and fiscal administration.
• Wear appropriate safety clothing: including hat, gloves, eyewear and shoes
• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:           

• Background and/or experience in, environmental sciences, natural sciences, or related fields
• Experience applying for extramural funding from state, federal and/or private sources.
• Experience managing reserve budget.
• Experience in land stewardship, including knowledge of techniques used in natural land management and knowledge of invasive plant species, control methods, and re-vegetation techniques.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and promoting outreach educational opportunities for K-12 grad students, teachers, and the general public
• Experience coordinating interns and volunteers

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Knowledge of sampling, collecting, and monitoring techniques in natural systems

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education/Experience:           

• PhD or equivalent combination of education and experience in environmental science field
• Experience working in university/academic environment
• Experience with coordination and management of reserve activities, health and safety issues, and animal care regulations.
• Experience with donor cultivation, including creating potential donor lists and other strategies
• Experience developing various media products, including authorship and editing of articles (scientific and popular), interviews, advertisements and/or multimedia products

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) :

• Ability to present scientific information and NRS academic activities to a variety of groups, including campus administrators, faculty, students, stakeholders, and the general public.

Cooks, White Mountain Research Center

White Mountain Research Center is seeking seasonal cooks for its Owens Valley Station, located in Bishop, as well as its Crooked Creek Station and Barcroft Station on White Mountain. Applicants with experience in catering, cooking, and food service are desired. Candidates should have a good driving record and basic computer skills. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to create high-quality meals for visitors to science research stations.

Appointments run roughly from May through October 2022. Compensation is $18.68-$24.00/hr., with shift differential, UCLA Health medical benefits for full-time and part-time positions. Housing is negotiable.

Applicants should email a resume and three references to WMRC Operations Managers Steven DeVanzo at sdevanzo@ucla.edu. 

Communication and Outreach Coordinator, Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves

Job Code: 004723

Job Open Date: 03/14/2022

Job Close Date: Open untill filled

Application Review Begins: 03/29/2022

Department Code-Name: NRSS

Percentage of Time: 40%

Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU): CX

Grade Type/Grade: Steps

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location: Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves, Mammoth Lakes, CA

Pay Rate/Range: $21.28-$24.72/hour (Commesurate with experience)

Days/Hours: M-F, Occasional Night and Weekend Work

Benefits Eligibility: None

To learn more and apply: Go to www.jobs.ucsb.edu. You may need to establish an account first.

Department Marketing Statement

The seven UC NRS Reserves managed by UCSB are used by thousands of researchers, students and public visitors each year as they investigate and learn about the natural world. Reserve users come from throughout California, the U.S. and the world to study the Reserve’s diverse natural systems and native flora and fauna.

Brief Summary of Job Duties

Serves as the Communications and Outreach Coordinator for the UCSB Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves. Manages and coordinates reserve outreach and communications platforms, including the reserve website and social media, public use, and volunteer activities. Provides support for outreach and special events and resource management projects. Prepares quarterly and annual activity reports and maintains bibliographic information related to research. Assists with fundraising activities.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to work concurrently on a variety of tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, and with a diverse audience
• Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate warmly and clearly in person, over the phone, and through email.
• Computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Office, Dropbox and Google.
• Experience using Drupal or other content management software for web editing.
• Experience managing social media accounts and creating posts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
• Solid writing and editing skills, graphic design, and experience developing public information materials.
• Desire to learn and acquire new skills

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors Degree, 1-3 years Experience with operations at a remote field site, 1-3 years experience in fundraising or donor development, 1-3 years English-Spanglish, bilingual skills.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull-Notice Program. 
• This is a limited position working less than 1000 hrs. 
• Satisfactory conviction history background check.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment. 

Special Instructions

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Job Functions/Percentage of Time/Duties

Administrative Assistant, Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves

Job Code: 004723

Job Open Date: 3/4/22

Job Close Date: Open until filled

Application Review Begins: 3/21/22

Department Code-Name: NRSS

Percentage of Time: 40%

Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU): CX

Grade Type/Grade: Steps

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-exempt

Work Location: Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserve, Mammoth Lakes, CA

Pay Rate/Range: $21.28 – $24.72

Days/Hours: M-F, Occasional Night and Weekend work

Benefits Eligibility: None

To learn more and apply: Go to www.jobs.ucsb.edu. You may need to establish an account first.

Department Marketing Statement

The seven UC NRS Reserves managed by UCSB are used by thousands of researchers, students and public visitors each year as they investigate and learn about the natural world. Reserve users come from throughout California, the U.S. and the world to study the Reserve’s diverse natural systems and native flora and fauna.

Brief Summary of Job Duties

Serves as the Administrative Assistant for the UCSB Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves, and acts as first point of contact for reserve users, including scheduling use of reserve facilities and orienting users. Responsible for answering phones and emails, and managing reservations and scheduling use and general upkeep of reserve facilities. Assists with financial duties including invoicing users and organizing donations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Functions/Percentage of Time/Duties

Required Qualifications

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work concurrently on a variety of tasks

Ability to communicate warmly and clearly in person, over the phone, and through email

Ability to communicate warmly and clearly in person, over the phone, and through email

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree From Accredited Four-year college or equivalent

Land stewardship or management or natural resource management

Experience in fundraising or donor development 

 English-Spanish bilingual skills 

Special Conditions of Employment

• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull-Notice Program. 
• Satisfactory conviction history background check.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment. 
• Work outdoors subject to changing conditions, flexible schedule, work cancellations due to weather. Work will be at two reserve sites: Valentine Camp and SNARL.

Special Instructions

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Seasonal Steward, Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves

Job code: 008213

Job Open Date: 3/3/22

Job Close Date: Open until filled

Application Review Begins: 3/25/22

Percentage of Time: 40% time

Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU): SX – Service

Grade Type/Grade: STEPS

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location: Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserves, Mammoth Lakes, CA

Pay Rate/Range: $19.43 – $21.47/hour

Days/Hours: M-F hours will vary with occasional nights and weekends

Benefits Eligibility: No Benefits Eligibillity 

For more information and to apply: Go to www.jobs.ucsb.edu. You may need to establish an account first.

Department Marketing Statement

The seven UC NRS Reserves managed by UCSB are used by thousands of researchers, students and public visitors each year as they investigate and learn about the natural world. Reserve users come from throughout California, the U.S.and the world to study the Reserve’s diverse natural systems and native flora and fauna.

Brief Summary of Job Duties

Under supervision of the Reserve Director, employee maintains and repairs infrastructure, equipment, and grounds of theValentine Eastern Sierra Reserves. Employee also assists in logistical support of projects, programs, and visitors using the Reserve.

Job Functions/Percentage of Time/Duties

Required Qualifications

• Experience in the performance of semiskilled maintenance/mechanical work.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• A self-starter with good organization skills and willingness to work in a team as well as independently
• Basic skills in equipment operation, maintenance and repair including a wide range of power and hand tools
• Basic vehicle operation and maintenance including trucks, ATVs, excavators, and heavy equipment
• Experience maintaining utilities including water and septic systems
• Experience with basic building maintenance and repair
• Fence construction and repair
• Preparing grounds for fire safety inspections
• Computer skills including email and word processing
• May have to work outside of normal business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining scientific equipment including weather stations and webcams
• Maintaining photovoltaic installations
• Experience with vehicle repair
• Experience in land stewardship or management or natural resource management
• Familiarity with the Natural Reserve System
• Experience with operations at a remote field site

Special Conditions of Employment

• Master key access to University-owned residence and/or other facilities
• Satisfactory Background Check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment. 
• This is a limited position not to exceed 1000 hours

Special Instructions

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Assistant Director, James San Jacinto Mountains Reserve

Campus: UC Riverside

Position Name: Museum Scientist

Job Number: 25644521

Apply online only at https://jobs.ucr.edu/, Recruitment #25644521

Full position description

Complete job description

Application deadline: Open until filled

Under the general direction of the Reserve Director (also known as a Reserve Manager), assists with daily operational aspects of the Reserve Sites; James San Jacinto Mountains Reserve and Oasis de Los Osos, including administration and user management, building and vehicle maintenance, facilities and information systems, database management, museum collections, public outreach activities, and research and educational programs.

Education Requirements

Graduation with BS degree with specialization in biology, botany, zoology, geography or comparable field and one year experience, and curatorial work or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education

M.S. degree in biology, botany, zoology, geography or comparable field.

Experience Requirement

Proven experience in collecting, analyzing and publishing scientific data. Working knowledge of statistical software. Computer experience with word processor, spreadsheet and database operating systems and commonly used office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Filemaker Pro, PowerPoint, Internet, email).        

Preferred Experience

• Basic understanding and experience in trail construction and maintenance           
• Computer knowledge and experience to develop and manage Reserve website
• Previous experience in reserves management
• Previous budgetary analysis experience

Minimum Requirements

• Basic understanding of state and federal agencies and regulatory policies that apply to research and land management issues. Ability to learn names of plants, animals, geological formations, places and basic natural history of area surrounding the reserves. Knowledge of management of museum data collections.
• Demonstrated abilities in writing for basic science and general subjects (e.g., articles, letters, brochures).
• Must be able to work independently with little direction. Ability to guide volunteers and others in reserve work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and must be able to drive manual transmission vehicles, and tractors.
• Ability to perform work outside, under adverse weather conditions. Knowledge of basic maintenance techniques for electrical, plumbing, fencing, roads and physical plant. Able to stay overnight at reserve site when necessary. Must be able to operate and/or willing to operate all kinds of equipment needed to perform duties.
• Skills in interpersonal communication and oral presentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• General knowledge of, or willingness to learn, alternative technologies (e.g. solar power)

Vaccination Requirements

Vaccination Requirements:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.

Manager, La Kretz Center for Research at Sedgwick Reserve

Campus: UC Santa Barbara

application link

Position Information

Job Code: 009611

Payroll Title: Staff Research Associate 3

Job Open Date: 02/14/2022

Job Close Date: Open until filled

Application Review Begins: 03/02/2022

Department Code-Name: NRSS Natural Reserve System

Percentage of Time: 100% 

Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU): RX – Research Professionals

Grade Type/Grade: STEPS

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Work Location: Sedgwick Reserve

Pay Rate/Range: $60,500.33 – $70,858.64

Days/Hours: M-F, 9am – 5pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

The UC Natural Reserve System is a network of 41 protected natural areas located throughout the State that provide undisturbed environments for research, education and public outreach programs.  It is the largest university-administered reserve system in the world encompassing more than 775,000 acres of diverse habitats from the ocean to the mountains to the inland deserts, and with access to more than a million acres of public lands.  The Natural Reserve System contributes to the understanding and wise stewardship of the Earth.

The seven UC NRS Reserves managed by UCSB are used by thousands of researchers, students and public visitors each year as they investigate and learn about the natural world.  Reserve users come from throughout California, the U.S. and the world to study the Reserve’s diverse natural systems and native flora and fauna.

Brief Summary of Job Duties

Under general supervision of the La Kretz Center Director and in collaboration with Sedgwick Reserve staff, provide logistical and technical support to scientists, citizen scientists, and students conducting research on the reserve. The Manager of the La Kretz Center will support the full range of center research and training activities, including meeting planning, research equipment installation or removal, field data collection, research information management and data analysis, and student and volunteer training. Communication and outreach duties include maintaining online content of the La Kretz Center website.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.

4-6 years relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree or PhD in relevant discipline.

Familiarity with the University of California Natural Reserve System or similar biological field station.

Experience in information technology and wireless networking.

Experience as a member or supervisor of a field or laboratory research project.

Experience with website content management software suc as WordPress or Drupal.

Director, Lassen Field Station and Director, UC Davis NRS Strategic Engagement

Full time

Salary range: $54,400/yr. – $109,200/yr.

Application deadline: May 27, 2022

Job ID: 30864

Apply at the UC Davis Careers site

The UC Davis Natural Reserve System has a new position that offers both independence and the opportunity to collaborate with our team of 10 dedicated land managers. Altogether, UCD NRS manages six reserves across northern California in support of our mission of research, teaching and public service. Our sites include thousands of acres of natural landscapes, from marine habitats and coastal prairies to oak woodlands and volcanic peaks. The new position has two primary roles, split equally.

The first role is as Director of the Lassen Field Station (LFS), a new partnership with Lassen Volcanic National Park. The successful candidate will lead an NSF-sponsored strategic planning process for this new field station, in coordination with UC Davis colleagues and park leadership and staff, to identify facilities needs and solutions. The candidate will lead UC Davis activities at LFS by reviewing proposals, developing policies and coordinating use of LFS facilities with park staff. The director will coordinate the submittal process for research and teaching applications to ensure compatibility with National Park Service standards. The director will seek supplemental funding for LFS through grants, contracts and/or donations, and occasionally give talks or lectures to classes, the public, and community groups.

The second role is as Director of Strategic Engagement for all six UC Davis reserves. The successful candidate will work with other NRS staff and faculty affiliates to develop public engagement strategies, coordinate events, create and curate donor lists, and provide content for NRS social media. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience securing grants or other external funds in an NGO or academic setting
• Training and/or experience in parks or field station management
• Familiarity with tribes, individuals, agencies, businesses, and community groups in the north state

Please see the official job posting linked below for the full list of job expectations. The position will require presence in both the Lassen Volcanic National Park area and on the UC Davis campus (conditions to be negotiated). We strongly encourage early-career candidates with relevant training and experience to apply.

Contact Jeffrey Clary (jjclary@ucdavis.edu) or Shane Waddell (smwaddell@ucdavis.edu) if you have any questions about the position or about the UC Davis NRS. 

Director, Sedgwick Reserve

Compensation commensurate with experience in the range of $67,500 to $92,500/yr.

For primary consideration apply by March 1, 2022. Thereafter open until filled.

Start Date:  May 1, 2022. 

APPLY ONLINE (only) at:   https://jobs.ucsb.edu   

Job ID#: 29795  

Or at the following link: https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=31&JobOpeningId=29795&PostingSeq=1

Alternate URL:  https://tinyurl.com/SedgwickReserveDirector

The Natural Reserve System (NRS) at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), invites applications for an exempt, full-time position of Director for the Sedgwick Reserve, located in Santa Ynez Valley, CA, approximately 45 miles from the UCSB main campus. The UC NRS mission is to support research, education and public service, and contribute to the understanding and wise stewardship of the Earth. Sedgwick Reserve is part of the UCSB NRS and operates within the UCSB Office of Research and the University of California Natural Reserve System. Annually, there are over 7,500 user days at Sedgwick Reserve, and users include researchers, university classes, outreach groups, volunteers and K-12 school groups. For more information about Sedgwick Reserve visit http://sedgwick.nrs.ucsb.edu/.

The Reserve Director provides leadership for the Sedgwick Reserve site, and support for researchers, university classes and public service uses. The Sedgwick Reserve Director is resident onsite (housing provided) and oversees 8 staff and directly supervises 3 personnel.The incumbent reports to the UCSB NRS Executive Director, and regularly interacts with the Reserve’s faculty advisors, the UCSB NRS Director and the UCSB NRS Administrative Campus Office on all aspects of Reserve management and activities including those in support of the La Kretz Research Center at Sedgwick Reserve. The Director is responsible for all aspects of Reserve management and day-to-day operations, including administration, budgeting, purchasing, personnel, programming, environmental health and safety, facilities management, and interactions with Reserve stakeholders. These stakeholders include donors, volunteers, Reserve users, community members, and state and federal agencies. 

The successful candidate will be self-sufficient, have a high level of initiative, an advanced degree (PhD preferred) in environmental science or a related field, experience with field research, excellent problem solving skills, experience in team management and personnel supervision, project management, outstanding written and oral communication skills, the ability to engage productively with diverse user groups and stakeholders, excellent organizational skills, a willingness to assume responsibility readily, and the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Demonstrated experience in the following areas is required: administration and budget management, staff supervision, facilities and equipment operations and maintenance, field research, land stewardship and resource monitoring, acquisition of external support, experience in public and private fundraising, preparation of effective written reports, and ability to speak professionally in public including to large groups. Preferred qualifications: experience with operations at a remote field station, track record of leading successful grant proposals, written reports or manuscripts, and skills in information technology.

Pandemic Statement

The University of California is vigilantly monitoring and acting in accordance with all applicable public health directives related to COVID-19.  As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.  All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline.  New University of California employees must (a) provide proof of receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 Vaccine no later than 14 calendar days after their first date of employment and provide proof of Full Vaccination no later than eight weeks after their first date of employment; or (b) if applicable, submit a request for Exception or Deferral no later than 14 calendar days after their first date of employment.  (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit:

• UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information: https://www.ucsb.edu/COVID-19-information
• UC SARS-CoV-2 (COVID -19) Vaccination Program Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/SARS-CoV-2_Covid-19

* Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel, Students, or Trainees under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Building Maintenance Worker, Santa Cruz Island Reserve

Application review begins: 1/17/22

Percent time: 40%

Pay rate: $21.47/hour

Hours: Generally M–F 9–5, but includes night and weekend work

Campus: UC Santa Barbara

To Apply

Search for job code 008213 at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Summary of Job Duties

Under supervision of the Reserve Director and Reserve Steward (Skilled Trades Mechanic), employee maintains and repairs infrastructure, equipment, and grounds of the Santa Cruz Island Reserve Field Station. Employee also assists in logical support of projects, programs and visitors using the Reserve.

Involves the management, long-range planning, organization, coordination, oversight and / or performance of multiple operational activities and services for one or more buildings, including space planning, general maintenance, specialized facility systems and operations, call center triage and tracking of repair services, move planning and coordination, development of procedures, policies and communications related to infrastructure and safety. (For Facilities Project Management, see Facilities Development and EHS Job Function.)

Applies basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and / or equipment appropriate to area of specialization; performs routine and / or repetitive tasks; limited decision making required; generally works under close supervision; has no or limited experience; work is performed from within specific limits of established procedures and / or defined instructions.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma

Experience maintaining facilities, vehicles, and landscaping

Experience with remote field settings; experience with operating four-wheel drive vehicles, off-road vehicle operation and field safety

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Special Conditions of Employment

• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull-Notice Program. 
• Satisfactory conviction history background check.
• Must be available to work outside normal working hours. Must be able to perform duties in outdoor working ocnditions on Santa Cruz Island. requires travel by ocean vessel across the Santa Barbara Channel.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment. 

Job Functions

About the UC Natural Reserve System

The UC Natural Reserve System is a network of 41 protected natural areas located throughout the State that provide undisturbed environments for research, education and public outreach programs.  It is the largest university-administered reserve system in the world encompassing more than 775,000 acres of diverse habitats from the ocean to the mountains to the inland deserts, and with access to more than a million acres of public lands.  The Natural Reserve System contributes to the understanding and wise stewardship of the Earth.

The seven UC NRS Reserves managed by UCSB are used by thousands of researchers, students and public visitors each year as they investigate and learn about the natural world. Reserve users come from throughout California, the U.S. and the world to study the Reserve’s diverse natural systems and native flora and fauna. To learn more visit https://nrs.ucsb.edu