What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agricultural Expert for Sustainable Livestock Production position at University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources?
Job Description
The Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor will serve Mendocino and Lake Counties by implementing an extension education and applied problem-solving research program in livestock production systems and range management. 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.
The successful candidate will work closely with key clientele groups including 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 using methods such as workshops, seminars, field days, short courses, newsletters, and lay publications.
The Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor 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 is required at time of appointment. Key qualifications include coursework or a degree in agricultural economics, Certified Rangeland Manager license or minimum coursework to obtain license as a Certified Rangeland Manager within 5 years of hire, and ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed.
The position requires excellent written, oral, interpersonal and information technology communication skills, collaboration, teamwork and flexibility, lifelong learning, technical competence and impact. The successful 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.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people and communities in California through science-based solutions.
