What are the responsibilities and job description for the Livestock Production Specialist position at University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources?
Job Overview:
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Livestock Production Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will implement an extension education and applied problem-solving research program in livestock production systems and range management for Mendocino and Lake Counties. This is an exciting opportunity to work with local stakeholders, conduct research, and provide research-based education on livestock management practices to enhance production efficiency, ranch profitability, and ecosystem services associated with rangeland livestock production.
About the Position:
This position will serve as a key liaison between UC ANR and the livestock industry, working closely with local public agencies, nonprofit conservation organizations, tribes, and youth groups to identify issues and opportunities for extension of livestock and land management information. The advisor will develop and implement a variety of extension activities to address local needs, including workshops, seminars, field days, short courses, newsletters, and lay publications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in range management, livestock production, including small and large ruminants, fuels management, and natural resource management. Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Livestock Production Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will implement an extension education and applied problem-solving research program in livestock production systems and range management for Mendocino and Lake Counties. This is an exciting opportunity to work with local stakeholders, conduct research, and provide research-based education on livestock management practices to enhance production efficiency, ranch profitability, and ecosystem services associated with rangeland livestock production.
About the Position:
This position will serve as a key liaison between UC ANR and the livestock industry, working closely with local public agencies, nonprofit conservation organizations, tribes, and youth groups to identify issues and opportunities for extension of livestock and land management information. The advisor will develop and implement a variety of extension activities to address local needs, including workshops, seminars, field days, short courses, newsletters, and lay publications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in range management, livestock production, including small and large ruminants, fuels management, and natural resource management. Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills are essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement an extension education and applied problem-solving research program in livestock production systems and range management for Mendocino and Lake Counties.
- Develop and implement a variety of extension activities to address local needs, including workshops, seminars, field days, short courses, newsletters, and lay publications.
- Collaborate with local public agencies, nonprofit conservation organizations, tribes, and youth groups to identify issues and opportunities for extension of livestock and land management information.
- Conduct research and provide research-based education on livestock management practices to enhance production efficiency, ranch profitability, and ecosystem services associated with rangeland livestock production.
