General Information
| Job Description | FIELD RESEARCHER 4 | Working Title | Director, Boyd Deep Canyon Res. Ctr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 006239 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Natural Reserves - D01049 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 07/01/2017 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 008212 | BLDG MAINT WORKER SR | 1 |
| 009723 | MUSEUM SCI | 1 |
Generic Scope
| Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. |
Custom Scope
| Uses advanced concepts in environmental research and facilities management to effectively assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of operational policies for a field station(s). Provides expertise related to field station responsibility, such as wildlife biology, forestry, agriculture, ecosystem research, cultivation, meteorology, oceanography etc., or technical concepts related to the area of research being conducted at the field stations. Regularly works on highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. May serve as a team leader for other positions. |
Department Custom Scope
| This field station is located in a largely natural and pristine portion of the Mojave desert. This position requires the knowledge of arid and dry land habitats and the facilitation of teaching and research activities on the field station along with the coordination of those activities with each other. The director must also interact with the UC Riverside Faculty Director for the Natural Reserve System as well as the NRS office of the President in Oakland CA. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Ph.D. degree or equivalent post BA/BS experience in research. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
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License Requirements
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
Participates in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures for remote field stations and/or operations.
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5 |
| Oversees maintenance, modifications and improvements of deployed instrumentation and supporting physical plant infrastructure. | 5 |
| Researches, develops and implements safety procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements. | 5 |
Acts as a technical consultant in the planning of research activities.
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25 |
| Researches and prepares reports and/or plans to meet regulatory requirements and/or assist in efforts of researchers. | 5 |
| Collects information and conducts research related to facilities planning, instrumentation deployment, and design of new buildings, field station hardware and systems. | 5 |
| Contacts agencies and land owners as needed to coordinate planning. | 5 |
| Participates with other UC staff in the development of a comprehensive database of biodiversity, land-use history, and other information resources suitable for the eco-informatics systems. | 5 |
| General Administrative and Leadership including the supervision of reserve employees and visitors, coordination with the faculty NRS Director and the Natural Reserve System office of the President, the management of the reserve budget (including the approval of expenditures), the supervision of maintenance of existing facilities and infrastructure, and the development of fund raising relationships with the local communities. | 20 |
| Resource Management and Planning including: -Represent the interests of the reserve to local and regional governments and agencies. -Develop, implement, and update reserve management plan. | 10 |
| Research and Education Support: Manage and implement the small grants for users Develop and implement reserve outreach programs. | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements relative to field station responsibility. | Required |
| Knowledge of research and/or operations being conducted at field stations(s)/remote sites. | Required |
| General knowledge of environmental issues relating to reserve management. | Required |
| Demonstrated experience with applicable skills in research, collecting, analyzing and publishing scientific data. | Required |
| Demonstrated ability to articulate oral presentation and discussion. | Required |
| Knowledge of management of museum data collections. | Required |
| Knowledge and experience with basic maintenance techniques for electrical, plumbing, fencing, roads and physical plant. | Required |
| Ability to learn names of plants, animals, geological formations, places and basic natural history of region around reserve. | Required |
| Ability to execute physical characteristics of job functions, including occasional work performed outside under adverse weather conditions and be able to drive 4WD vehicles on poor roads. | Required |
| Awareness of research and management issues relating to reserves in urbanizing landscapes. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of NRS policies and procedures. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of environmental health and safety policy, both generally and specific wilderness hazards. | Preferred |
| Ability to use geographical information software. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding sampling and collection of plants and animals. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Working Environment
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Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |