Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor: Commensal Rodents and Urban Wildlife
Quick answer
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources is hiring an Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor to develop an applied research and extension program addressing commensal rodents and urban wildlife in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Mateo/San Francisco Counties, California, paying $89,100 - $113,000 per year.
- Role
- Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor: Commensal Rodents and Urban Wildlife
- Organization
- University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Location
- Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Mateo/San Francisco Counties, California
- Work setup
- On-site
- Compensation
- $89,100 - $113,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking an Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor to develop an applied research and extension program addressing commensal rodents and urban wildlife in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Mateo/San Francisco Counties.
What you'll do
- Develop an innovative, multi-county applied research and extension education program
- Focus on human-wildlife interactions and vertebrate pest management in urban and peri-urban environments
- Work with public agencies, pest control operators, and other practitioners
- Conduct extension activities and train-the-trainer programs
- Publish research results in various formats
What it takes
- Master's degree in wildlife management, pest management, applied vertebrate ecology, or a closely related field
- Experience in wildlife management involving rodents or other animals that cause human-wildlife conflicts
- Experience in conducting applied, impact-oriented research
- Technical competence in integrated pest management
- Strong communication skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
What you'll bring
How we treat you
2 days of paid vacation per month, 1 day of paid sick leave per month, paid holidays, sabbatical leave privileges
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Mateo/San Francisco Counties, California.
Is the job remote?
This is not a remote position; the candidate must be available to work onsite at the headquarters location and travel to and be present in other counties with programmatic responsibilities.
What is the compensation?
The salary range for this position is Assistant Rank, Step I ($89,100) to Step VI ($113,000).
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a master's degree in wildlife management, pest management, applied vertebrate ecology, or a closely related field, experience in wildlife management involving rodents or other animals that cause human-wildlife conflicts, and experience in conducting applied, impact-oriented research.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources recruitment website by October 30, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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