UC Cooperative Extension Outdoor Recreation Advisor Serving Plumas, Sierra and Nevada Counties (25-19)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Application Window
Open date: December 15, 2025
Most recent review date: Thursday, Feb 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position descriptionThe University of California division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a
UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Outdoor Recreation Advisor, in the Assistant Rank, serving Plumas, Sierra and Nevada Counties. The advisor will work at the local level and regionally with other community groups to leverage their assets associated with outdoor recreation opportunities. Outdoor recreation is an important local economic activity. These counties are known for their unique combination of high-elevation forests, alpine lakes, volcanic geology, and remote scenic valleys that create a distinct Sierra Mountain experience, focused on hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, OHV riding, and skiing to cycling, birding, and water-based recreation on lakes and rivers.
UCCE Advisors are responsible for applied research and the extension of knowledge. Research activities are needs-based, mission-oriented, and focused on addressing our communities' challenges. Extension activities are educational practices advisors use to share research results directly with their clientele and communities. Increased knowledge and understanding of science-based research helps to support and promote the adoption of practices and technologies that solve problems. Extension methods may include individual consultations, presentations, organization of educational workshops and short courses, field demonstrations and site visits. Information may also be disseminated via webinars, fact sheets, policy briefs, news blogs and social media. Publications are expected in various formats, such as newsletters, articles for the popular press, curriculums, conference proceedings, and peer-reviewed publications. Successful research and extension programs result in new information that improves knowledge or understanding and adoption of new skills, practices, changed attitudes, policies, and improved environmental, health, agricultural, economic, and/or social conditions. UCCE Advisors are evaluated through an academic advancement system based on four criteria: extending knowledge, applied research and creative activity, professional competence and activity, and University and public service.
Location Headquarters:This position will be headquartered in the UCCE Office for Plumas-Sierra Counties, located at 208 Fairground Road, Quincy, CA 95971
Position DetailsThe advisor will address UC ANR's value statements and condition changes by promoting the economic prosperity of California while protecting our natural resources and providing sustainable opportunities to foster outdoor recreation and tourism in the local communities. The advisor is expected to conduct an innovative research and outreach program focused on outdoor recreation and the economic benefits to the local communities in the area. Many opportunities exist to collaborate with local groups involved in environmental stewardship, workforce and economic development, local natural resource planning efforts, youth development, recreational facilities enhancement, increased utilization of outdoor recreational opportunities and other topics.
Major duties and responsibilities include: Develop and implement a collaborative research, education, and outreach program to build and strengthen the outdoor recreation and tourism economy in Plumas, Sierra and Nevada Counties. Provide research, data analysis, and technical guidance to create, validate, and report on economic and community indicators of local tourism and outdoor recreation activities. Support strategic planning to implement sustainable recreation and tourism development projects by working with multiple community partners, local colleges, funding agencies and organizations and community groups, including outdoor recreation user groups and advocacy groups in the local areas. Work with tribal partners, Latino communities, and other underrepresented communities as partners in planning and implementation for sustainable recreation and tourism. Support research, extension and outreach efforts through grants, gifts and other funding opportunities. Extend knowledge on outdoor recreation through different modalities and approaches, which may include extension publications, newsletters, web pages, blogs, policy briefs, UCCE Advisor meetings, on-site visits to partner locations, and clientele workshops. Collaborate with UCCE Advisors and Specialists, UC ANR statewide programs, institutes, and program teams to support local plans for enhancing the region's outdoor recreation and tourism industries. Publish in relevant UCANR outlets, county-based publications, and external peer-reviewed journals appropriate for the field of outdoor recreation.
Counties of Responsibility: This position will serve Plumas, Sierra and Nevada Counties.
Reporting Relationship: The Outdoor Recreation Advisor will serve under the administrative guidance of the UCCE Area Director for Plumas, Sierra and Nevada Counties. It is not a remote position; the candidate must be available to work onsite at the headquarters location and travel to and be present in Nevada County to cover programmatic responsibilities. Specific expectations for maintaining office hours and fieldwork in the geographic area covered by this position will be outlined upon hire by the Area Director.
Qualifications and Skills Required Required QualificationsEducation: A minimum of a master's degree in outdoor recreation, tourism, economic development, or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
Key Qualifications: Experience in conducting applied research in outdoor recreation, tourism, economic development, or a related field. Experience delivering educational and outreach programming. Experience in program and/or personnel management. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability, and property damage insurance on the vehicle used is required. Must possess or obtain a valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University Vehicle. 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. A background investigation will be required for the successful candidate, including fingerprinting and a criminal history clearance by the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This position is subject to the requirements and compliance of the California's Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). Employment within UC ANR is contingent upon securing written acknowledgement to comply with California law. This is not a remote position.
Additional Skills Required Applicants need to meet appointment criteria for the respective University of California academic title series and evidence for success in meeting required academic advancement criteria as per UC Academic Personnel Manuals . Applications need to document relevant research, extension, teaching experience, and appropriate scholarly achievements. Interest in and desire to pursue a career in UC Cooperative Extension. Technical Competence and Impact: The candidate should understand key concepts related to outdoor recreation, tourism, economic development and other related topics suitable for the area. Communication: Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, interpersonal and information technology communication skills. Collaboration, Teamwork and Flexibility: The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as a team member with key external stakeholders and county-based staff, as well as with other colleagues within UC ANR. Lifelong Learning: There is an expectation that advisors evolve and grow across their career and respond to changes in the industry, clientele, and organizational change. 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.
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