Cooperative Extension Urban Integrated Pest Management Area Advisor - Serving Sacramento, Yolo

Cooperative Extension Urban Integrated Pest Management Area Advisor – Serving Sacramento, Yolo, and Solano Counties (AP 22-39)

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Open date:
November 7, 2025

Next review date:
Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:59pm Pacific Time. Apply by this date for full consideration.

Final date:
Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:59pm Pacific Time. Applications accepted until this date, but those after the review date will be considered only if the position remains unfilled.

Develop an innovative applied research and extension education program supporting Integrated Pest Management across Sacramento, Yolo, and Solano Counties.

Focus on high‑priority pest control issues, including landscape pests (weeds, plant diseases, insects, vertebrates) and pests around structures (insects and commensal rodents). Engage with public agency staff, licensed pest management professionals, public health and pest control practitioners.

• Plan, manage, and evaluate applied research and extension programs; set measurable goals and track progress.
• Design and deliver educational workshops, short courses, field demonstrations, site visits, and individual consultations.
• Coordinate with local public agencies, pest management professional groups, UC IPM Program, and university centers to develop train‑the‑trainer programs.
• Develop and disseminate information through trade journals, fact sheets, quick tips, and other UC ANR publications.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and popular science outlets.
• Build partnerships, manage teams, and collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Maintain office hours and conduct fieldwork across the three counties; travel flexibly as required.

• Master’s degree in pest management or a closely related field.
• Deep understanding of urban integrated pest management and experience designing and implementing impactful programs.
• Qualitative and experimental design expertise.
• Practical experience or training in structural and/or landscape pest management.
• Demonstrated project planning, team management, and applied research/outreach implementation.
• Must possess or obtain within one year a Qualified Pesticide Applicator Certificate or License before applying or supervising pesticide application.
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of liability/property damage insurance for travel.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; not sponsoring visas.

• Extension education and outreach experience.
• Partnering with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience across multiple pest disciplines.
• Multilingual communication skills (plus).

Submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (most recently updated).
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Research and Extension (2 pages) outlining current and future activities and potential community impact.
• References (3–5) – names, titles, contact information.
• College‑level transcripts (electronic or scanned PDFs); not password protected.

Assistant Rank:
Step I ($85,600) to Step VI ($108,600). Salary determined by experience and qualifications.

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, two days per month paid vacation, one day per month paid sick leave, paid holidays, and eligibility for sabbatical leave.

Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and select “applicants” (position #22‑39) or use the direct link /JPF
00347.

Application packets must be received by January 4, 2026 (open until filled).

Contact Kahla Wallace at kahwallace.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity 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 status under state or federal law.