Fire Academic Coordinator II (AP 26-08)

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Eureka, CA 95503

$101,425/yr

~ 25 min OnsiteFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

* As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
* Five years or more of professional experience in fire or forest management;
* Applicants must have unrestricted and permanent work authorization in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. at the time of hire, without additional sponsorship.
* Record of training or experience in the field of fire and forest science or management;
* Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability and property damage insurance on vehicle used is required.
"Must possess or obtain valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University Vehicle.":
* Interest in and desire to pursue a career in UC Cooperative Extension
* This is not a remote position. The candidate must be available to work onsite. In accordance with UC ANR Flexible Work Guidelines flexible work agreements are available upon approval by supervisors and periodic re-evaluation.
* Technical knowledge of fire science and management;
Education: A minimum of master's degree in natural resource management, fire, or a related area required at the time of appointment.
* Candidates with experience developing curriculum, teaching fire science topics, designing research and monitoring fire effects, and planning/implementing prescribed burns will be prioritized. Preference given to those with operational fire qualifications, particularly those that indicate leadership abilities, fire effects skills, and advancement toward California burn boss certification (e.g., NWCG FFT1, FIRB, and FEMO);
Key qualifications:
* Ability to communicate complex natural resource-related concepts to landowners, community members, and academics;

SmartExplore AI is experimental.