18 Agriculture or Farm or Ranch jobs

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. As a member of the Nevada Tahoe Resource Team, this position is responsible for conducting inspections and implementing urban forestry projects on nearly 500 state-owned parcels in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Through collaboration and cooperative efforts with an interdisciplinary team, this position administers, coordinates, and oversees forest management activities of the Urban Lots Program including but not limited to hazardous fuels reduction and prescribed burning, debris and trash removal, weed identification and removal, and revegetation to promote sediment and erosion control, biodiversity, and wildlife habitat enhancement. Duties of the position include performing inspections, installing protective measures (e.g. signs, parking barriers, fences), writing forest management plans, initiating solicitations and contracts, preparing and maintaining budgets, planning and conducting data collection, coordinating crews for project work, monitoring crews and contractors for project compliance, writing comprehensive reports and assessments, and securing and managing external sources of funding for project implementation. This position requires excellent public relations and outreach skills due to the nature of natural resources work in the urban environment at Lake Tahoe. The position makes frequent contact with landowners to address complaints and questions, and documents and facilitates resolutions for violations, encroachments, and hazardous conditions on state lands. The position also provides information to homeowners and residents on best management practices for natural resource protection including forest health, stewardship, wildlife habitat, defensible space, fuels reduction, and fire-resilient landscapes. The position represents the Nevada Tahoe Resource Team and Division of State Lands at various meetings, workshops, events, and site visits regarding forest health and natural resource issues. The position provides technical assistance to federal, state, tribal, and local governments, and private landowners on hazardous fuels management, urban and community forestry, and watershed and forest stewardship. The duties of the position require the incumbent to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and agreements with agencies and organizations involved in resource management, fire protection, and emergency services. Project management activities and inspections require regular travel throughout the Lake Tahoe region, the ability to work independently, and involve work in arduous terrain and inclement weather. Incumbent must pass the moderate pack test walking two (2) miles with a twenty-five (25) pound pack within thirty (30) minutes or less. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. *** Closing Date/Time: 01/28/2021

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Forestry's mission is to provide professional natural resource and wildland fire management services to enhance, conserve and protect forest, rangeland and watershed values, endangered plants and other native flora. Under the supervision of the Southern Region Resource Management Officer, the position is responsible for implementing the natural resource program in the Nevada Division of Forestry's Southern Region. This position will, through collaboration and cooperative efforts, provide technical assistance to private landowners and state, tribal, and local governments, through natural resource program areas including but not limited to fuels management, biomass utilization, post-fire rehabilitation and restoration, urban and community forestry, rangeland watershed and forest stewardship, protected plant management, and restoration plant materials. This position will make landowner contacts, create project plans, conduct archaeological surveys and threatened and endangered species clearances, obtain all necessary landowner waivers and permits/variances, coordinate crews for project work, and monitor crews and/or contractors for project compliance. Project management activities will require regular travel throughout the region, the ability to work independently, and may involve work in arduous terrain and inclement weather. This position will also provide technical training on currently accepted natural resource management techniques to general public, professional, and internal staff audiences. The position is state general funded and will be filled in either Pioche or Las Vegas. For additional information, please refer to http://forestry.nv.gov/ndf-jobs/full-time-jobs/. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time:

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. This position is an underfill for the Forester 2 and will be stationed at one of three Nevada Division of Forestry Conservation Camps: Carlin, Ely or Wells. The Division of Forestry's mission is to provide professional natural resource and wildland fire management services to enhance, conserve and protect forest, rangeland and watershed values, endangered plants and other native flora. Under the supervision of the Northern Region Resource Management Officer, the position is responsible for implementing the natural resource program in the Nevada Division of Forestry's Northern Region (Elko, White Pine, Lander and Eureka counties). This position will, through collaboration and cooperative efforts, provide technical assistance to private landowners and state, tribal, and local governments, through natural resource program areas including but not limited to fuels management, biomass utilization, post-fire rehabilitation and restoration, urban and community forestry, rangeland watershed and forest stewardship, protected plant management, and restoration plant materials. This position will make landowner contacts, create project plans, conduct archaeological surveys and threatened and endangered species clearances, obtain all necessary landowner waivers and permits/variances, coordinate crews for project work, and monitor crews and/or contractors for project compliance. Project management activities will require regular travel throughout the region, the ability to work independently, and may involve work in arduous terrain and inclement weather. This position will also provide technical training on currently accepted natural resource management techniques to general public, professional, and internal staff audiences. The position is state general funded. For additional information, please refer to http://forestry.nv.gov/ndf-jobs/full-time-jobs/. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time:

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. These positions are responsible for planning and implementing vegetation and fuel management projects to reduce the risk of catastrophic loss to communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems in moderate to high wildfire risk priority areas. The positions will coordinate the implementation of wildfire hazard mitigation, prevention, and restoration through contracting hand crews and equipment from Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF), partnering agencies, and private contractors to manage the surface vegetation utilizing appropriate techniques to manage and maintain healthy forests, rangelands and watersheds. The position also provides the lead administrative role for the resource program and direction in the northern region, consisting of Elko, White Pine, Eureka and Lander counties. The resource program implements primarily rural forestry assistance, forest health, endangered plant protection, forest practice regulations and wildland fire rehabilitation. The position is expected to work across programs in the Division to ensure that the agency is strategically accomplishing strategic goals and objectives. Project management duties include all aspects of project planning, budget development and management including estimating and tracking budgets and supplies for in-house and contracted activities, preparing contract solicitations, grant applications, overseeing field implementation, reporting, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. Additional information, including a full position description, can be found by going to NDF's Job Page at http://forestry.nv.gov/ndf-jobs/full-time-jobs/ . This position will be filled in Elko. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time:

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. These positions are responsible for planning and implementing vegetation and fuel management projects to reduce the risk of catastrophic loss to communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems in moderate to high wildfire risk priority areas. The positions will coordinate the implementation of wildfire hazard mitigation, prevention, and restoration through contracting hand crews and equipment from NDF, partnering agencies, and private contractors to manage the surface vegetation utilizing appropriate techniques to manage and maintain healthy forests, rangelands and watersheds. Project management duties include all aspects of project planning, budget development and management including estimating and tracking budgets and supplies for in-house and contracted activities, preparing contract solicitations, grant applications, overseeing field implementation, reporting, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. The position is expected to work across programs in the Division to ensure that the agency is strategically accomplishing strategic goals and objectives. Additional information, including a full position description, can be found by going to NDF's Job Page at http://forestry.nv.gov/ndf-jobs/full-time-jobs/. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time:

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. These positions are responsible for planning and implementing vegetation and fuel management projects to reduce the risk of catastrophic loss to communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems in moderate to high wildfire risk priority areas. The positions will coordinate the implementation of wildfire hazard mitigation, prevention, and restoration through contracting hand crews and equipment from NDF, partnering agencies, and private contractors to manage the surface vegetation utilizing appropriate techniques to manage and maintain healthy forests, rangelands and watersheds. Project management duties include all aspects of project planning, budget development and management including estimating and tracking budgets and supplies for in-house and contracted activities, preparing contract solicitations, grant applications, overseeing field implementation, reporting, and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. The position is expected to work across programs in the Division to ensure that the agency is strategically accomplishing strategic goals and objectives. Additional information, including a full position description, can be found by going to NDF's Job Page at http://forestry.nv.gov/ndf-jobs/full-time-jobs/. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.*** Closing Date/Time:

Foresters perform professional duties in forestry, natural resource management and conservation, fire prevention and suppression, and related areas. This position will be stationed at one of three Nevada Division of Forestry Conservation Camps: Carlin, Ely or Wells. The Division of Forestry's mission is to provide professional natural resource and wildland fire management services to enhance, conserve and protect forest, rangeland and watershed values, endangered plants and other native flora. Under the supervision of the Northern Region Resource Management Officer, the position is responsible for implementing the natural resource program in the Nevada Division of Forestry's Northern Region (Elko, White Pine, Lander and Eureka counties). This position will, through collaboration and cooperative efforts, provide technical assistance to private landowners and state, tribal, and local governments, through natural resource program areas including but not limited to fuels management, biomass utilization, post-fire rehabilitation and restoration, urban and community forestry, rangeland watershed and forest stewardship, protected plant management, and restoration plant materials. This position will make landowner contacts, create project plans, conduct archaeological surveys and threatened and endangered species clearances, obtain all necessary landowner waivers and permits/variances, coordinate crews for project work, and monitor crews and/or contractors for project compliance. Project management activities will require regular travel throughout the region, the ability to work independently, and may involve work in arduous terrain and inclement weather. This position will also provide technical training on currently accepted natural resource management techniques to general public, professional, and internal staff audiences. The position is state general funded. For additional information, please refer to http://forestry.nv.gov/ndf-jobs/full-time-jobs/. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time:

Description *** Disciplines in Bold are being actively recruited. All other discipline applications will be forwarded to the department for future openings*** Part-time Associate Faculty -   s elected candidates must reside in California For salary Information, click here Placement on salary schedule is dependent upon education and/or experience.   DISCIPLINES The following disciplines require a master's degree unless otherwise noted with an asterisk. Agriculture Business and Related Services* Agricultural Engineering* Agricultural Production* Agriculture Air Cond, Refrigeration, Heating* Biological Sciences Building Codes and Regulations* Business Construction Management* Construction Technology* Engineering Engineering Technology Forestry/Natural Resources* Geography Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics* Industrial Technology* Machine Tool Technology* Manufacturing Technology* Ornamental Horticulture* Welding* *The minimum qualifications for this discipline require any degree and professional experience. Please see the link to minimum qualifications below for each corresponding discipline to see if you could be eligible.  N OTE: If you do not have a master's level education but you are still interested in teaching, you may still be eligible. Please see  click  here  to view  the minimum qualifications for each corresponding discipline to see if you could be eligible.  Overview: The intent of the pools is to create a list of qualified applicants who are interested in teaching on a temporary part-time basis in the various disciplines. Associate Faculty are employed by semester and may teach up to a maximum load of 33.5% per primary term. Representative Duties The part-time college instructor is responsible for effective performance in the following areas: A. General Scope of Responsibilities Excellence in teaching and instruction. Maintenance of professional growth and academic currency. Carrying out-of-area, departmental and/or program responsibilities. B. Teaching and Instruction - The following duties are representative of the kinds of expectations that are normally required of a part-time Butte College instructor. Certain duties are common to the everyday operational needs of the College while other activities may be required on an as needed basis. All of the duties, however, are common requirements at various times for full-time instructional positions. Plans for and is continually well prepared to teach. Provides organized delivery of instruction. Is courteous to and approachable by students. Instruction is consistent with the stated and approved goals and content of the course. Sticks to the subject matter of the course. Inspires students to engage in subject matter. Uses standards of student feedback that are clear, fair and followed consistently throughout the course. Requires levels of instructor and student effort sufficient to the mastery of the subject or skills in the course. Grades and returns student assignments and tests in a reasonable period of time. Makes effective use of teaching aids and materials required of students (e.g., texts, manuals, etc.). Prepares complete course outlines and syllabi. Revisions to course content as needed for currency. Coordinates with Department Chair to synchronize course contents and methods with other teachers in the program/discipline. Meets and assists students during office hours or by appointment or at other reasonable times (optional). C. Area or Departmental Responsibilities Is knowledgeable about and abides by College policies and procedures. This includes the accurate and timely submission of all reports, grades and paperwork. Meets deadlines and time targets. Orders instructional materials, equipment and textbooks with sufficient lead times. Exercises good judgment in the use of and/or management of facilities, equipment and supplies. Attends assigned flex meetings as requested. Works well with peers, classified staff and administration. Qualifications/Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To view the current faculty minimum qualifications, click  here . Minimum qualifications with no degree or degree without a general education component, click  here . DISCIPLINES NOT REQUIRING A MASTER'S DEGREE: Work Experience Letters:  In addition to your other application materials, please attach letters verifying your work experience. Please ensure the letter(s) note whether the experience was full-time or part-time.  For part-time experience please be sure the letter(s) include the number of hours per week worked. Bachelor's degree - Attach letter(s) verifying 2 years of related full-time work experience. Associate degree - Attach letter(s) verifying 6 years of related full-time work experience. DIVERSITY AND EQUITY QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize community college students in a manner specific to the position. Supplemental Information PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: The successful applicant will be required to complete a medical history questionnaire and must agree to undergo and pass a pre-employment physical examination, based on the physical requirements of the position, prior to employment. The physician will be selected and paid for by the District. Disabilities not related to the essential physical job requirements will not preclude the applicant from being hired. Education Code • 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis. The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position. The Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. --------Application Instructions-------- ALL APPLICANTS, INCLUDING CURRENT BUTTE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES, MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS All on-line attachment types require that you attach a document. COVER LETTER: Please describe in your cover letter how your past experience and qualifications meet the needs of this position. RESUME OR VITA: Please submit this as an attachment, not as a text resume within the application. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide a detailed account of how your skills, life experiences, work experience, education, and/or training have prepared you to effectively meet the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. Please include examples of: Teaching or training practices and/or life experiences that have enabled or would enable you to more effectively engage with and support success for diverse populations. How you have engaged in on-going self-reflection to ensure equity in the workplace and/or classroom. Please include examples of workshops, trainings, and/or life experiences. DISCIPLINES NOT REQUIRING A MASTER'S DEGREE: Work Experience Letters:  In addition to your other application materials, please attach letters verifying your work experience. Please ensure the letter(s) note whether the experience was full-time or part-time.  For part-time experience please be sure the letter(s) include the number of hours per week worked.   Bachelor's degree - Attach letter(s) verifying 2 years of related full-time work experience. Associate degree - Attach letter(s) verifying 6 years of related full-time work experience. TRANSCRIPTS OF ACADEMIC WORK: You are required to provide transcripts for coursework and/or degrees listed on the application materials you have submitted. The transcripts must include the date the institution granted the degree. Legible copies of transcripts are acceptable at this point in the process. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to hire.  For foreign transcripts please see below. FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation.  Please contact the Office of Human Resources for a list of agencies providing this service or our  website . All offers of employment are contingent upon the submission of official transcripts showing completion of the degree. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Description: Dean of the College of Agriculture California State University, Chico invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Agriculture. We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual with a strong track record of administrative experience and a passion for agriculture and its broad community of regional, statewide and national stakeholders. We are seeking a dynamic dean who will lead an exciting college in its realization of its growing potential. The dean works collaboratively with college faculty and staff, to contribute and support the mission, values, and priorities of the University's Strategic Plan while demonstrating a commitment to diversity and the advancement of multicultural, international, and interdisciplinary programs throughout the college curriculum in response to an increasingly diverse student population. Responsibilities As chief academic and administrative officer for the College, the Dean reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Dean is expected to provide academic leadership in program and curriculum development, teaching, research, and the vital development of external support and fundraising. The Dean is responsible for academic policies, administration of instructional and research resources, personnel matters, fiscal and personnel management, student recruitment and retention, promotion of alumni, corporate, and community relations in the arts and humanities, and oversight of an active program of public arts events. The Dean will collaborate with department chairs and program coordinators to promote shared governance as well as supervise an administrative team. Required Qualifications • Earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree. • Demonstrated success in teaching, scholarship, and service appropriate for faculty appointment at the rank of full professor in an academic discipline in the college. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. CSU Chico has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in this search. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be submitted via the web page for this search: https://www.imsearch.com/search-detail/S7-816. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The College of Agriculture, Food & Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a full-time, Associate/Full Professor 12-month Department Head for its Animal Science Department. This position has an anticipated start date of September 1, 2021 but will be open until filled. The Department Head is a tenure-track position and will provide leadership for all programmatic and administrative functions including instruction, research, production units, and alumni and industry engagement. The Department Head leads a talented team of 18 tenure/tenure-track faculty members, 6 full-time lecturers, 8 part-time lecturers, and 16 full- and part-time staff members who engage with approximately 820 undergraduate students. This position will provide leadership for the Animal Science Department in the following areas: Department's instructional programs Faculty and staff hiring, development, mentoring and workload Academic advising for undergraduate students Program assessment Development and implementation of a strategic plan and goals for the department Development of external funds and advancement Management of budget, facilities, and departmental resources Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts The successful candidate may teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the program. The successful candidate may engage in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of professional development. Additional duties will include advising undergraduate and graduate students and participating in University, College and Departmental activities. The Cal Poly community believes in the "teacher-scholar model" which emphasizes scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, proposal writing and program development) as a complimentary component to teaching excellence. Department Head appointments and 12-month assignments are made and continue at the pleasure of the College Dean. Tenure is earned only in the faculty portion of the position, which includes teaching, research, and service. Credit towards tenure at the time of appointment may be awarded depending on the candidate's years of teaching experience, professional development, and rank. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Animal Science Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, CA invites applications for a full time, 12 month lecturer position for the 2020-21 year beginning September 1, 2020. The position involves teaching courses in swine production and other livestock production courses and disciplines appropriate to the expertise of the individual and needs of the department. The successful candidate will establish an active relationship with other university faculty and researchers, leaders in livestock production and exhibition, students, and the general public to provide information and leadership related to livestock industry issues. In addition, candidates should be able to provide practical experience and individualized student-learning opportunities such as experiential classes, undergraduate and graduate research projects and student internships. Duties may also include, but are not limited to, supervision of livestock units, undergraduate senior projects, graduate student research, student advising, and teaching graduate level courses and/or in a Master of Professional Studies or certificate program. Service activities will include participation on department, college, and university committees and instructionally related activities. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Qualifications include an M.S. in Animal Science or related discipline. Particular attention will be afforded to candidates who have productive records of teaching and scholarly activity that would strengthen current department initiatives, and those with strong demonstrated leadership experience and capability. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to diversity. Other considerations include demonstration of excellence in teaching, and effective communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to be a productive team player and to interact well with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the general public is essential. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interest in undergraduate teaching is required. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES - Full-time, academic year (9 month), lecturer position within the Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences (NRES) Department at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo. Beginning date is September 10, 2020. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Cal Poly has a tradition of excellence in teaching and our motto is "Learn by Doing." Strong interests in laboratory/field-based undergraduate teaching along with excellent written and oral communication skills are required. The successful candidate will teach environmental management courses in the NRES Department. The successful candidate will also nurture overall student development. Courses taught depend on student demand with the successful candidate having expertise to teach the following courses: Introduction to Environmental Management (NR 142), Human Dimensions in Natural Resources Management (NR 323), Ethnicity and the Land (NR 360), Ecosystem Management (NR 465), Research Planning (ESCI 501), Research Methods and Data Analysis (ESCI 502), and Environmental Sciences and Management Project (ESCI 596). These courses are taken by NRES undergraduate majors and graduate students, as well as by students from many of the departments within the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will share teaching responsibilities for these courses with tenure-track and part-time lecturers within the department. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. degree in natural resources social science or closely related fields by the starting date is required. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Agriculture Education and Communication Department, within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for a tenure-track, academic year position. The position consists primarily of teaching a variety of courses in agricultural communication with assigned time for scholarly activity. Faculty duties include: develop and teach courses in communication, such as, digital media (audio, photography, and video), social media creation, management, and metrics (apps and web) and experiential communication; advise undergraduate students; provide practical experience and individualized student learning opportunities, undergraduate and graduate research projects and student internships; participate in scholarly activities as part of professional development; and service activities including participation on department, college, and university committees and in instructionally-related activities. Duties may also include teaching graduate level courses. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching are required. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position starts January 2021. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Terminal degree in Agricultural Communications, Communication, Journalism or closely-related discipline with professional experience in digital/convergent media, print, or broadcast; and demonstrated ability and experience in effectively communicating information to a wide variety of audiences. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Animal Science Department within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at Cal Poly State University is seeking a full-time, 9-month lecturer for the 2020-21 year beginning September 10, 2020. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses, assisting in the supervision of the Cal Poly Equine Center, and serving as advisor to competitive equestrian teams. Teaching assignments may include such courses as equine science, equine management, equine behavior modification, training of young horses, equine enterprise classes and various courses within the equine minor. The position will also be expected to establish and maintain linkages with the equine industry, and assist with coordination of enterprise classes and equestrian team events. In addition, candidates should be able to provide practical experience and individualized student-learning opportunities such as experiential classes, supervision of undergraduate and graduate research projects and student internships. Duties may also include, but are not limited to, supervision of undergraduate senior projects, graduate student research, student advising, and teaching graduate level courses and/or in a Master of Professional Studies or certificate program. Service activities will include participation on department, college, and university committees and instructionally related activities. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching are required. Particular attention will be afforded to candidates who have productive records of teaching and scholarly activity that would strengthen current department initiatives. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The College of Agriculture, Food & Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a full-time, Associate/Full Professor 12-month Department Head for its Experience Industry Management Department. This position has an anticipated start date of January 2021 but will be open until filled. The Department Head is a tenure-track position and will provide leadership for all programmatic and administrative functions including instruction, research, and alumni and industry engagement. The Department Head leads a talented team of 7 tenure-track faculty members, 4-6 part-time lecturers and 1 staff member who engage with approximately 440 undergraduate students. This position will provide leadership for the Experience Industry Management Department in the following areas: Department's instructional programs Faculty and staff hiring, development, mentoring and workload Academic advising for undergraduate students Program assessment Development and implementation of strategic plan and goals for the department Development of external funds and advancement Management of budget, facilities, and departmental resources Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts The successful candidate will also teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the program. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of professional development. Additional duties will include advising undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in University, College and Departmental activities. The Cal Poly community believes in the "teacher-scholar model" which emphasizes scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, proposal writing and program development) in addition to teaching excellence. Department Head appointments and 12-month assignments are made and continue at the pleasure of the College Dean. Tenure is earned only in the instructional portion of the position, which includes teaching, research, and service. Credit towards tenure at the time of appointment may be awarded depending on the candidate's years of teaching experience, professional development, and rank. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, California, is seeking a full-time Associate/Full Professor, 12-month department head for its Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences (NRES) Department. This position has a preferred start date of September 1, 2020. The department head is a tenure-track position and will provide leadership for all programmatic and administrative functions including instruction, research, and alumni and industry engagement. The department head leads a talented team of 14 tenure track faculty members, two full-time lecturers, and four staff members who engage with approximately 750 undergraduate students and 20 graduate students. This position will provide leadership for the Natural Resources Management and Environmental Sciences department in the following areas: Department's instructional programs Faculty development and mentoring Academic advising Program assessment Development and implementation of strategic plan for department Management of budget, facilities, and departmental resources Advancement and fundraising efforts The successful candidate will also teach undergraduate courses as well as courses in the department's Master's of Science in Environmental Science and Management program. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of professional development. Additional duties will include advising undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in University, College and Departmental activities. The Cal Poly community believes in the "teacher-scholar model" which emphasizes scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, proposal writing and program development) in addition to teaching excellence. Department Head appointments and 12-month assignments are made and continue at the pleasure of the College Dean. Tenure is earned only in the instructional portion of the position. Credit towards tenure at the time of appointment may be awarded depending on the candidate's years of teaching experience, professional development, and rank. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Agribusiness Department in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full-time, Associate/Full Professor 12-month Department Head starting no later than September 1, 2021. The department head is a tenure-track position and will provide leadership for all programmatic and administrative functions including instruction, research, and alumni and industry engagement. The department head leads a talented team of 12 tenure-track faculty members, one full-time lecturer and three staff members who engage with approximately 550 undergraduate students. This position will provide leadership for the Agribusiness Department in the following areas: Department's instructional programs Faculty and staff hiring, development, mentoring and workload Academic advising for undergraduate students Program assessment Development and implementation of strategic plan and goals for department Development of external funds and advancement Management of budget, facilities, and departmental resources Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts which include addressing the needs of underrepresented minority and first-generation students The successful candidate will also teach courses as needed. In balance with the teaching and administrative responsibilities, the successful candidate is expected to participate in scholarly activities (i.e., research, publishing, grant writing) as part of professional development. It is also expected that the successful candidate will supervise senior project students and teams, and participate in University, College and Departmental activities. Department Head appointments and 12-month assignments are made and continue at the pleasure of the College Dean. Tenure is earned only in the faculty portion of the position. Credit towards tenure at the time of appointment may be awarded depending on the candidate's years of teaching experience, professional development, and rank. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Ph.D. in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Business (Marketing, Management, Finance, Accounting), Economics or closely related field with qualifications for appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure in Agribusiness Demonstrated exceptional leadership, effective management and interpersonal skills Strong professional record of academic achievement, including publications in pertinent fields Strong commitment to teaching excellence Demonstrated experience in collaborative priority setting and decision-making Demonstrated experience in carrying out the college mission through an appropriate combination of teaching, research, and advancement Demonstrated ability to manage resources in order to solve problems with creativity and innovation Ability to interact with Agribusiness stakeholders in developing research and industry initiatives of local, national and global importance Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Description: The Position: The College of Agriculture invites applications for a tenure-track, academic year position in Agricultural Education beginning in the 2021-22 academic year. The position includes the expectation the incumbent will conduct research consistent with his or her teaching assignment. Minimum Qualifications: The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a PhD or EdD in agricultural education or related areas such as agricultural mechanics, agricultural communications or agricultural leadership. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate may be considered; however, all requirements for conferral of the degree must be met prior to start date. Responsibilities: This tenure-track position carries responsibilities in the areas of teaching, scholarship and service. The successful applicant's teaching and research programs are expected to contribute to interdisciplinary approaches to agricultural education. As a member of an integrated team, the successful applicant will provide lecture and field instruction in agricultural education and teaching methods for secondary teachers; supervise student teachers; advise undergraduate and graduate students; participate in the agricultural education program; conduct research in an area related to teaching responsibilities and industry needs; serve on appropriate College and University committees; participate in outreach conferences, activities, and other programs within the College of Agriculture; work closely with the local agricultural community; and may advise student organizations. Specific teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the college. Additional requirements include the following: * Demonstrated interest and commitment to undergraduate agricultural education * Demonstrated commitment to access and equity in education for all students * Excellent written and oral communication skills in the English language * Demonstrated ability in applied agricultural education research Preferred Qualifications: Experience in undergraduate agricultural education instruction Experience in secondary agricultural education Closing Date/Time: Open until filled