County Locations: San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County, Ventura County
Date Posted: August 20, 2024
Closing Date: October 7, 2024
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Position Overview
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Area 4-H Youth Development Advisor: Career/College Readiness at the Assistant Rank in Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. The successful candidate will focus on delivering a statewide 4-H Youth Development Program at the local level that assists youth in achieving their fullest potential.
Location Headquarters: University of California Cooperative Extension Office in Ventura, or San Luis Obispo County.
Position Details
The 4-H Youth Development Area Advisor is expected to develop an extension and applied research program in positive youth development emphasizing college and career readiness programs and curricula. The Advisor's youth development program should focus on issues that are culturally relevant to youth in the communities served and be focused on improving college and career readiness, workforce development and access with populations that have been historically underserved, including youth from Latino/a/e, Asian American, Black, and Indigenous communities. The Advisor will develop and implement applied research and extension programming for out-of-school time educators, community partners and volunteers in topics such as experiential education, positive youth-adult partnerships, effective pedagogical practices with diverse youth and college and career readiness. The Advisor will work with a network of 4-H youth, volunteers, staff, community partners and academics to bridge research and practice with an emphasis on identifying systemic and local factors hindering college access and developing and testing innovative solutions. The Advisor will provide academic oversight to support the county-based 4-H youth development programs which include clubs, after-school programs, camps and other delivery modes. The Advisor will develop applied research projects locally and in partnership with the Positive Youth Development Program Team, Thriving Youth and College and Career Readiness workgroups. The Advisor will be expected to collaborate with other UCCE Advisors and youth-serving programs within the counties served. Additionally, the Advisors will be expected to develop partnerships with youth-serving agencies in the local communities, including K-12 schools, after school programs, community colleges, UC Santa Barbara, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CSU Channel Islands and other youth-serving organizations, and is expected to develop partnerships with other 4-H Youth Development Advisors around the region and state. Clientele will include 4-H youth, 4-H Adult Volunteers, 4-H Professionals, UCCE community educators, and other youth-serving organizations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of highly motivated UCCE colleagues who are passionate about their work and are dedicated to making a difference within their communities and throughout California. There is excellent potential for collaborative projects within the UC ANR system.
Counties of Responsibility: This position has programmatic responsibilities in Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. It is not a remote position; the candidate must be available to work onsite at the headquarter location and travel to and be present in other counties with programmatic responsibilities. Specific expectations for maintaining office hours in the geographic area covered by this position will be outlined upon hire by the respective directors and supervisors.
Reporting Relationship: The Area 4-H Youth Development Advisor serves under the administrative and academic guidance of the local Country Director and the UC Statewide 4-H Program Director.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Education: A minimum of a Master's Degree in youth/child development, human development, education or a related field is required at time of appointment. Experience in conducting applied research, program evaluation, education and working with youth and families from diverse backgrounds and communities are required. Strong leadership skills and experience in program and personnel management are also required.
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Salary & Benefits
Salary: The salary range for this Cooperative Extension Advisor position is Assistant Rank, Step I ($82,900) to Step VI ($105,200). Step placement in the Advisor series is based on applicable experience and professional qualifications.
This position is eligible for indefinite status, subject to terms noted in UC ANR Policy and Procedure Manual, Section 315.
Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, two days per month of paid vacation, one day per month of paid sick leave, and paid holidays. This position is eligible for sabbatical leave privileges as per the terms of the University policy. For more information, refer to the UC Benefits website.
How to Apply
If interested in this position, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/ and choose "applicants" (refer to position #24-15)
Closing Date: To assure full consideration, application packets, including a candidate research and DEI statement, must be received by October 7, 2024 (Open until Filled).
About UC ANR
UC ANR is a division of the University of California (UC) system that bridges the gap between local issues and the expertise of the UC system by providing research-based information, educational programs, and technical expertise to the public in areas such as agriculture, natural resources, nutrition, and youth development. UC ANR is part of a nationwide Cooperative Extension network, which began in the early 20th century to connect research from land-grant universities with the everyday needs of people in communities across the United States. Today, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers, diverse communities, youth and adult educators, and policymakers to address local and statewide issues related to food systems, water, climate change, and sustainable agriculture through a statewide network of campus-based researchers, county-based Advisors, and community educators. Our mission is to cultivate thriving communities, sustainable agriculture, resilient ecosystems, and economic prosperity in California and globally through equitable generation and sharing of collaborative, science-based solutions. Over 180 UCCE Advisors conduct applied research and extension education from county-based UCCE offices serving all 58 counties from 70+ locations. By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the resources UC has to offer. Our vision is that UC ANR will be valued in every California community for meaningful engagement and making a positive impact in people's lives.
About Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo, Counties
The central coast counties of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo include highly productive agricultural regions and also large urban areas, including Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Paso Robles. The area includes beautiful coastal areas, rangeland, and the Los Padres National Forest and travel time between UCCE offices can take over 2.5 hours. UCCE advisors and community education specialists in the region are innovators and problem-solvers who co-develop science-based solutions with local communities. The 4-H Youth development programs in the central coast counties are well-supported by 4-H volunteers and staff and include innovative program delivery models that incorporate collaboration with other UCCE programs and the Hansen Research and Extension Center to reach youth in underserved communities and provide hands-on learning in agriculture, leadership, civic engagement, and healthy living.
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Questions?
Contact Mikyla Perez; email: mikperez@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.
University of California Cooperative Extension
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.
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