Urban IPM Educator - Davis, CA, Job ID 80852 (Hiring Immediately)

Urban IPM Educator - Davis, CA, Job ID 80852 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Program Description: The UC Statewide IPM Program (UC IPM) is a part of the UC Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) and helps residents, growers, land managers, community leaders, and other professional pest managers prevent and solve pest problems with the least unintended impacts on people and their surroundings. The program draws on expertise of University of California scientists to develop and distribute UC's best information on managing pests using safe and effective techniques and strategies that protect people and the environment. UC IPM works through Cooperative Extension to deliver information to clients in every California county. Web and printed publications provide a wealth of how-to information about identifying and managing pests, and the program also provides online training courses. To learn more about the program, visit ipm.ucanr.edu Position Summary: This position is part of the Urban and Community IPM unit. Under the direction of the Associate Director for Urban & Community IPM, the Urban IPM Educator will support the urban IPM outreach and education program by coordinating activities, carrying out train-the-trainer educational programs, working for with UC ANR academics and staff, developing materials, and delivering information to urban audiences throughout the state through a variety of mechanisms. The Educator participates in program planning and supports the efforts of the Associate Director to identify priorities, engage cooperators, identify and write proposals for grant funding, and disseminate resources to achieve program goals. In addition, the Educator develops or assists in the development and delivery of outreach materials and training programs and also conducts a systematic review of program materials to assure that they are up-to-date and meeting clientele needs. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. The home department is the Statewide IPM Program. While this position normally is based in Davis, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in the State of California at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. Pay Scale: $51,600.00/year to $69,300.00/year Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 9/15/2025. Key Responsibilities: 40% Educational Programs and Program Planning Coordinates workshops or educational programs related to urban pest management. Works with UC Advisors, UC Specialists, other UC ANR programs, and other partners to identify appropriate program formats, topics, and presenters. Plans and promotes hands-on and train-the-trainer programs as appropriate. Coordinates logistics for meetings and workshops, including but not limited to finding locations, event promotion, contacting speakers, organizing registration, and assuring that appropriate material are prepared and available. Coordinates and helps teach train-the-trainer programs. Assists target audiences in planning and carrying out their own educational programs locally. Organizes other educational programs throughout the state and gives presentations to clientele groups including landscapers, urban pest management professionals, retail nursery employees, and public agency pest management staff on issues related to IPM. Consults with trainees about their educational programs and needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of UC IPM urban & community training programs and materials. Designs and implements surveys and other assessment tools. Analyzes data and produces summary reports. Assists in the strategic planning process to identify program priorities. Assists and participates in regular stakeholder meetings, engaging partners, organizing notes, and meeting outcomes. Assists in identifying, writing, and reviewing proposals for potential grant funding. Attends educational programs, interacts with appropriate experts, and reads literature to build expertise and stay abreast of new developments. 30% Promotion and Outreach Works with the Associate Director for Urban & Community IPM, urban area IPM advisors, and others to develop promotion and outreach plans for the delivery of IPM messages and information throughout California. Delivers IPM messages and information to urban audiences through appropriate and creative use and promotion of outreach materials and information, including but not limited to the UC IPM website, Pest Notes, Quick Tip cards, social media, newsletters, IPM books, and pesticide compendia, and interactive presentations. Writes UC IPM-themed articles for inclusion in other partner program's newsletters, communication hubs, blogs, or other platforms as needed. Distributes outreach materials, tools, and collections to end-users for their educational programs. Maintains schedule and inventory of materials. Serves as an IPM information resource to county UCCE programs, including over 50 UC Master Gardener programs. 20% Material Development Working with UC Specialists, Advisors, Master Gardener Coordinators, and intended audiences, identifies needs for specific educational and outreach materials and coordinates efforts to develop, produce, and promote these items. Develops, reviews, and/or updates a wide variety of educational materials, including meeting handouts, newsletter and blog articles, pest cards, publications, presentations, hands-on educational modules, and website content as directed. 10% General Program Support Participates in and contributes to quarterly conference call of the Urban IPM Team. Attends meetings sponsored by public agencies, and professional or nongovernmental organizations interested in IPM for urban areas to stay abreast of issues and help identify needs for materials, outreach, or education. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Associate degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Continuing education in related field required. Demonstrated teaching or training skills. Ability to learn and apply innovative teaching methods to adapt to various educational levels of target audiences Demonstrated working knowledge of insect, weed, pathogen, and vertebrate pests; pest management; pesticides; and related environmental issues. Excellent interpersonal skills for extensive networking and collaboration on projects with partners and collaborators. Skill to effectively use Mac OS-based applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); common web browsers; file transfer programs; presentation software; calendaring and e-mail clients. Excellent analytical and research skills to analyze and review existing projects and assess future needs. Demonstrated skill and experience in writing about technical subjects for lay audiences for a clear understanding at the various levels of target audiences. Experience in writing, editing, proofreading, and copy editing and adherence to established style. Demonstrated ability to set goals, identify priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently. Demonstrated experience in the planning, collaboration, and implementation of multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. Preferred Skills: Bachelor's degree or higher in an area related to pest management. Horticultural experience or expertise. Understanding of pesticide nomenclature, classification, toxicology, chemical characteristics, and knowledge of resources for obtaining such information. Experience or training in project management. Experience with hands-on training methods and train-the-trainer programs. Experience using various social media platforms to interact with target audiences. Ability to read/write/speak Spanish. Special Conditions of Employment: Travel (in-state and occasional out-of-state travel). Occasional travel and work outside of normal business hours. Must possess valid California 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. 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. Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy.