Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor (26-14)

Position Title: Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor AP# 26-14 Company: UC, Agriculture and Natural Resources Position Details: This is an exciting position with the opportunity to work with established clientele in Mariposa and Merced Counties. The Advisor, collaborating with other CE advisors, campus-based specialists, AES faculty, and clientele will help implement management practices that improve livestock production in the region. Key opportunity areas to address include livestock production, animal health, range and pasture improvement, meat processing and marketing, water quality, soil quality, and ecosystem health. Species most emphasized are cattle, but also include sheep, goats, and small-scale poultry. There are ample opportunities fo collaborations, including with the UC Davis Dept. of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine and ANR Program Teams (e.g., Meat Production and Food Safety, Forest and Rangeland Systems, and Diversified Farming and Food Systems) as well as other programs that may include water, natural resources and crop production. Location Headquarters: Mariposa, CA Salary: The salary range for this Cooperative Extension Advisor position is Assistant Rank, Step I ($85,600) to Step VI ($105,200).  Step placement in the advisor series is based on applicable experience and professional qualifications. For information regarding Cooperative Extension Advisor salary scales, please refer to the University of California salary scale (https://ucanr.edu/sites/default/files/2025-01/406198.pdf). If the successful candidate is currently a UCCE Advisor, the candidate will be offered the position without change to the candidate’s current rank, step, salary and/or appointment terms; and if applicable, is eligible to retain indefinite status. Application Instructions: To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7267220. To assure full consideration, application packets must be received July 29, 2026 – (open until filled)