UCCE Area Director - Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties - Salinas, CA, Job ID 73526
Company: University of California Agriculture and Natural R
Location: Salinas
Posted on: April 17, 2025
Job Description:
UCCE Area Director - Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties -
Salinas, CA, Job ID 73526
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Job Description
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC
ANR) is seeking a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Area Director to
provide leadership in support of applied research and outreach
programs across Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. Our
mission is to bring the resources and expertise of UC directly to
Californians through research and education programs that
support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and
delivery
- Economic success in the local and global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
The UCCE teams in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties are
comprised of committed, component, and self-direct academics and
staff. Their integration and orientation with local communities and
clientele are strengths that contribute to overall program success
and impact. The Area Director will have the exciting opportunity to
support and advance ANR's mission working collaboratively with
these team members, as they develop and deliver research and
extension programming.
Purpose: The Area Director is responsible for the coordination and
overall operation of UCCE programs in cooperation with county
government in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a liaison between UCCE and County Departments, Boards of
Supervisors and County Administrative Officers as appropriate
- Serve as a county department head for the University of
California Cooperative Extension department in all counties.
- Secure county budgets and resources that grow UCCE presence and
efforts in the region
- Build relationships and synergies to deploy UCCE research to
address regional needs
- Supervision and/or oversight of county employees
- Understand and communicate value of UCCE impact to county
partners and others
- Oversight and administration of UCCE educational and applied
research programs
- Hire and manage personnel
- Provide direction and leadership to UCCE academic and support
staff
- Mentor, manage and evaluate academic personnel
- Supervision of UC ANR employees
- Maintain positive working relationships with partnering public
and private agencies
- Expand collaborations and funding sources.
- Comply with University of California and county policies.
- Partner with the Agricultural Commissioner's office in each
county to build relationships and support
The Area Director oversees management of the physical plant and
human resources. They will increase the visibility of UCCE through
community engagement, including but not limited to, needs
assessments, representing UC ANR in local and/or regional
initiatives, participation in relevant policy development, and
communicating the positive impacts and benefits realized by the
citizens and workforce of the local counties, region and state from
the activities and contributions of local UCCE programs.
UCCE is administered by the University of California, Division of
Agriculture Natural Resources. UCCE brings the knowledge of
University of California research through its agriculture, natural
resources, youth development and nutrition programs to address
local questions and to help solve local problems. UCCE academics,
staff, and volunteers live and work in the communities they serve,
helping identify, respond to, and resolve local challenges. UC ANR
connects Californians to UC, leading the way to science-based
solutions.
Location Headquarters: This position will be headquartered in
Monterey County (Salinas).
This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.
Pay Scale: $112,200.00/year to $164,300.00/year
Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive
benefits including vacation, sick leave, and approximately thirteen
paid holidays per year. For more information, refer to the UC
Benefits website at:
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- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and
delivery
- Economic success in the local and global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
The UCCE teams in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties are
comprised of committed, component, and self-direct academics and
staff. Their integration and orientation with local communities and
clientele are strengths that contribute to overall program success
and impact. The Area Director will have the exciting opportunity to
support and advance ANR's mission working collaboratively with
these team members, as they develop and deliver research and
extension programming.
Purpose: The Area Director is responsible for the coordination and
overall operation of UCCE programs in cooperation with county
government in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a liaison between UCCE and County Departments, Boards of
Supervisors and County Administrative Officers as appropriate
- Serve as a county department head for the University of
California Cooperative Extension department in all counties.
- Secure county budgets and resources that grow UCCE presence and
efforts in the region
- Build relationships and synergies to deploy UCCE research to
address regional needs
- Supervision and/or oversight of county employees
- Understand and communicate value of UCCE impact to county
partners and others
- Oversight and administration of UCCE educational and applied
research programs
- Hire and manage personnel
- Provide direction and leadership to UCCE academic and support
staff
- Mentor, manage and evaluate academic personnel
- Supervision of UC ANR employees
- Maintain positive working relationships with partnering public
and private agencies
- Expand collaborations and funding sources.
- Comply with University of California and county policies.
- Partner with the Agricultural Commissioner's office in each
county to build relationships and support
The Area Director oversees management of the physical plant and
human resources. They will increase the visibility of UCCE through
community engagement, including but not limited to, needs
assessments, representing UC ANR in local and/or regional
initiatives, participation in relevant policy development, and
communicating the positive impacts and benefits realized by the
citizens and workforce of the local counties, region and state from
the activities and contributions of local UCCE programs.
UCCE is administered by the University of California, Division of
Agriculture Natural Resources. UCCE brings the knowledge of
University of California research through its agriculture, natural
resources, youth development and nutrition programs to address
local questions and to help solve local problems. UCCE academics,
staff, and volunteers live and work in the communities they serve,
helping identify, respond to, and resolve local challenges. UC ANR
connects Californians to UC, leading the way to science-based
solutions.
Location Headquarters: This position will be headquartered in
Monterey County (Salinas).
This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.
Pay Scale: $112,200.00/year to $164,300.00/year
Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive
benefits including vacation, sick leave, and approximately thirteen
paid holidays per year. For more information, refer to the UC
Benefits website at:
This job is open until filled. To ensure full consideration, the
first application review date will be 11/7/2024.
Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
(DEI). In submitting your application packet, please pay particular
attention to your Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) statement.
This statement is an important part of recruitment. Why? The
University of California community values diversity which embraces
inclusion, and honors excellence. Scholarship, research,
creativity, innovation, and service flourish when all members of
the community are welcomed, supported, and respected. UC ANR's
mission and public statements continue to fulfill these values. UC
ANR is committed to removing barriers preventing full expression of
our potential and reflecting the population of California in all
our personnel, especially those who have been systematically and
historically underrepresented. Please submit a 1-page Statement of
your Contributions to DEI showing past and/or potential
contributions to diversity through personal experience,
professional activity, and/or service. This should include how you
would ensure that all potential clientele have access and benefit
from the UCCE programs in your geographic region. Please attach
your DEI Statement to your CV.
Administration of Cooperative Extension Unit - 25%
- Provides leadership to academics and staff to ensure assessment
of clientele needs.
- Ensures priority goals for the CE unit are developed and
support program implementation.
- Sets a standard for our CE unit to measure outcomes and impacts
and communicate these to our local clientele and stakeholders.
- Sets an example of University and County policy and procedure
compliance related to the CE units and its program(s).
- Uses personal knowledge and professional experience to envision
the future, anticipate change, capitalize on opportunities and
develop innovative options that further the strategic direction of
the organization.
- Demonstrates the ability to analyze situations or problems,
make timely and sound decisions, construct plans and achieve
optimal results.
- Values and delivers high quality, professional, responsive and
innovative service.
- Provides oversight of educational extension and applied
research programs.
- Uses merit, promotion, and evaluation processes to mentor,
educate and provide feedback to support my success.
- Understands and uniformly applies UC and County Administrative
policies.
- Takes timely action to meet UC and County deadlines and works
with staff in advance of deadlines for required records and
reports.
- In collaboration with CE unit academics, responds to
regulatory, state and federal agencies, external groups, industry
organizations and the mass media on issues related to applied
research and extension projects.
- Has developed an organizational structure to optimize the use
of human resources in the unit.
- Participates in the development of vacancy announcements, and
in the recruitment and retention of advisors and staff.
Leadership to Cooperative Extension Unit Team Members - 25%
- Demonstrates an ability to share a vision, inspire, and
motivate others.
- Encourages and openly explores new ideas, innovative changes,
and fostering of positive transformations.
- Provides evidence of ongoing support to CE unit members in
conducting quality research and extension programs.
- Demonstrates effective management of personnel, including
oversight, annual evaluations, merits and promotions.
- Shows investment in the future success of the CE unit, its
programs, team members and community.
- Shares and receives information using clear oral, written and
interpersonal communication skills.
- Models and promotes the University of California Principles of
Community and complies with UC policies on Diversity and
Non-Discrimination.
- Personally demonstrates commitment to the job, the county, and
the University and their respective missions by acting in ways that
further the accomplishment of goals.
- Actively engages with CE employees to understand and advocate
for their programs.
- Inspires employees to align with the University and county
missions to maximize individual performance and meet strategic and
operational goals.
- Maintains effective communication within the University and
county government.
- Demonstrates leadership toward Affirmative Action within CE
unit by promoting a culture of acceptance.
- Provides vision, inspires and motivates others with attitude
and actions, sets a high standard for excellence, and supports a
positive team working environment.
- Provides useful and timely feedback.
- Works with academics, staff and UC ANR leadership to develop a
regional model of applied research and extension education.
- Provides support, advice, and supervision for all members of
the CE unit.
- Maintains a program of continuous self-improvement by
participating in in service training, seminars, workshops, work
group & program team meetings, short courses, professional society
meetings and other relevant opportunities.
- Coordinates with other UC ANR Directors and participates in
regular teleconferences and face-to-face meetings to support our CE
unit.
Fiscal Development & Management - 25%
- Clearly demonstrates evidence of successfully securing
resources, effectively allocating resources, monitoring the use of
resources, and reporting to funding agencies.
- Demonstrates integrity, accountability and efficient
stewardship of university and county resources in a manner
consistent with the UC Standards of Ethical conduct and other
policies.
- Works with UC ANR development officers to increase the number
of donors and average gift value to secure funding for county
extension programs outside of support from county budgets.
Partnerships and Relationships - 25%
- Cultivates, maintains, and nurtures internal UC
relationships.
- Cultivates, maintains, and nurtures political
relationships.
- Cultivates, maintains and nurtures industry relationships.
- Collaborates with colleagues to achieve results in alignment
with the operations and mission of the University of
California.
- Cultivates relationships with new and existing partners that
includes County Government to obtain the resources to build new
programs thus expanding UCCE's reach in the region.
- Represents the University as a resource and contact person to
industry leaders, producers, non-University of California academics
and the public.
- Communicates needs, successes and opportunities with Government
Affairs staff.
- Collaborates with Government Affairs staff to build relations
in state government.
- Convenes an Advisory Committee from county and city government,
NGOs, and academics, as a sounding board for ideas and strategic
planning.
- Provides active, ongoing advocacy and support for UC ANR
programs.
Requirements:
- Education: Advanced degree in public administration,
organizational development, business administration or a related
area and/or equivalent level of training and experience.
Individuals with training and experience in county government,
institutions of higher learning, management of applied research
programs or other fields such as agriculture, natural resources,
community development, and sociology will also be considered.
- Strong background in management, administration or similar
experience including, but not limited to, business operations,
budget and fiscal management, human resources, conflict resolution,
multidisciplinary teams, project management, facilities planning,
etc.
- Demonstrated experience with applied research and educational
programs, and working with academics.
- Knowledge and experience in supporting volunteer and youth
programs.
- Understanding of the UC ANR mission.
- Demonstrated record of skills in leadership, strategic
planning, program evaluation and supervisory skills that motivate
and develop staff.
- Ability to achieve goals through promoting collaboration and
teambuilding.
- Familiarity with impact of research findings and ability to
understand impacts and communicate them to broader audiences.
- Demonstrated effectiveness collaborating with elected
officials, non-governmental organizations, and diverse interest
groups.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication
skills.
- Excellent fiduciary and budgeting skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Doctorate degree in related area and / or equivalent experience
/ training.
- Working knowledge of agriculture, natural resources and/or
healthy families and communities, Cooperative Extension, academic
programs, etc.
Special Conditions of Employment:
- Must possess valid Driver's License to drive a County or
University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible
schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle
used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be
reimbursed according to University policies.
- Must live within a commutable distance of the position
headquarters during period of appointment.
- Physically be in each county one day per week for stakeholder
meetings, and schedule three full days of work in each CE office
monthly.
- Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as
needed.
- The University reserves the right to make employment contingent
upon successful completion of the background check. This is a
designated position requiring a background check and may require
fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC
ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews
information received in the context of the job
responsibilities.
- 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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