University of California, Davis · 17 hours ago
Associate Director, Operations (PROJECT POLICY ANL MGR 1)
The University of California, Davis is seeking an Associate Director of Operations for the Oiled Wildlife Care Network (OWCN). This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, coordinating emergency response efforts, and managing physical assets related to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
40% - Leadership and Administration
30% - Content Management and Training Support
15% - Asset Management
15% - Other
Qualification
Required
Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
Bachelor's Degree and 4 or more years of experience in emergency response, wildlife rehabilitation, wildlife field research, or related field
4+ years of demonstrated supervisory experience
Experience with incident command/emergency response
Experience teaching and conducting training in informal or formal settings
Collaborative and team-oriented, detail-oriented and able to set priorities and meet timelines; capable of making decisions in a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment
Ability to travel on a monthly basis around California for routine partner visits and to deploy with limited notice for emergency response activation; comfortable with flexible working hours
Exceptional writing and communication skills with basic financial analysis and budgeting skills
Preferred
Advanced degree (DVM/PhD)
Experience working in an academic or state/federal government setting
Experience in wildlife care operations or wildlife field operations, ideally in emergency situations
Program management experience, ideally in an academic or state/federal government setting, with large grant-funded projects and demonstrated financial analysis and budgeting skills
Program monitoring and evaluation skills
Benefits
High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans.
Company
University of California, Davis
UC Davis was founded in 1908 to serve the state of California. We do and we always will.
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2023-10-27
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