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Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development Advisor for Workforce Development Serving Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties (AP 22-04)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Posted: 25-Apr-26
Location: Hanford, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 7107206
Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development Advisor for Workforce Development Serving Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties (AP 22-04)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Application Window
Open date: April 23, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Jun 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Sep 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Position Overview
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a UC Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development Advisor for Workforce Development serving Tulare, Fresno, and Kings counties. The Advisor will develop and deliver a program that will provide all youth meaningful personal development opportunities and prepare them for workforce and career opportunities.
UCCE Advisors are responsible for applied research and extension of knowledge. Research activities are applied, needs-based, mission-oriented, and focused on addressing our communities' challenges. Extension activities are the educational practices Advisors use to share research results directly with clientele and communities. Increased knowledge and understanding of science-based research helps to support and promote the adoption of practices and technologies that solve problems. Extension methods may include individual consultations, presentations, organization of educational workshops and short courses, field demonstrations, and farm and site visits. Information may also be disseminated via radio outreach, webinars, fact sheets, policy briefs, news blogs, and social media. Publications are expected in various formats, such as newsletters, articles for the popular press, curriculums, conference proceedings, and peer-reviewed publications. Successful research and extension programs result in new information that improves knowledge or understanding and adoption of new skills, practices, changed attitudes, policies, and improved environmental, health, agricultural, economic, and/or social conditions. UCCE Advisors are evaluated through an academic advancement system based on four criteria: extending knowledge, applied research and creative activity, professional competence and activity, and University and public service.
Location Headquarters: UCCE Kings County, 680 N. Campus Drive, Ste. A or UCCE Tulare County, 4437-B S. Laspina St., Tulare, CA 93274 if available.
Position Details
The Advisor will implement an innovative extension education and applied research program to address issues related to workforce readiness and career pathway development. Using a positive youth development framework for workforce and career pathway development, this position will create opportunities for youth to participate in agricultural technology, agricultural engineering; STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Math); animal science; veterinary science; agronomy; and entrepreneurship or business development, with an emphasis on career awareness, skill development, and learning by doing. The advisor will provide academic oversight of the 4-H community club program and educational leadership to county based 4-H staff, educators, volunteers, and community members, supporting program quality, coordination, and community engagement.
This position is positively situated to integrate ANR's research and extension education efforts across communities to improve youth workforce readiness across the region. This is an opportunity to develop and deliver relevant program content that leads to meaningful impacts in local communities throughout California, including:
There are excellent opportunities for the new advisor to establish extension and research partnerships with a variety of stakeholders and collaborators. The workforce development emphasis creates meaningful opportunities to partner with Workforce Investment Boards, Economic Development Corporation groups, industry stakeholders, and school districts across the region, strengthening alignment, visibility, and long-term program impact. The advisor joins a team of highly motivated UCCE colleagues who are passionate about their work and are dedicated to making a difference within the communities and throughout California. The potential for collaborative projects within the UC ANR system is nearly limitless.
Counties of Responsibility: This position will be headquartered in the UCCE Kings office, CA and have activity in Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties. The position will also provide support to the statewide network of 4-H Youth Development community educators in Youth Leadership, Community Engagement and Development.
Reporting Relationship: The CE Advisor serves under the administrative guidance of the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Area County Director of UCCE Tulare and Kings Counties, and programmatically under the 4-H Statewide Director. 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. Specific expectations for maintaining office hours and fieldwork in the geographic area covered by this position will be outlined upon hire by the respective directors and supervisors.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Required Qualifications
Education: A minimum of a master's degree in an area related to youth and/or adult education (Psychology, Out-of-School-Time Programming, emphasizing Youth Learning theory, Workforce Development, Career Pathway Development, Agricultural Science, Curriculum and Instruction, Social Work, Environmental Systems, Public Administration or related areas) is required at the time of appointment.
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Additional Skills Required
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About UC ANR
UC ANR is a division of the University of California (UC) system that bridges the gap between local issues and the expertise of the UC system by providing research-based information, educational programs, and technical expertise to the public in areas such as agriculture, natural resources, nutrition, and youth development. UC ANR is part of a nationwide Cooperative Extension network, which began in the early 20th century to connect research from land-grant universities with the everyday needs of people in communities across the United States. Today, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers, diverse communities, youth and adult educators, and policymakers to address local and statewide issues related to food systems, water, climate change, and sustainable agriculture through a statewide network of campus-based researchers, county-based Advisors, and community educators. Our mission is to cultivate thriving communities, sustainable agriculture, resilient ecosystems, and economic prosperity in California and globally through equitable generation and sharing of collaborative, science-based solutions. Over 180 UCCE Advisors conduct applied research and extension education from county-based UCCE offices serving all 58 counties from 70+ locations. By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the resources UC has to offer. Our vision is that UC ANR will be valued in every California community for meaningful engagement and making a positive difference in people's lives.
About Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties
Tulare, Fresno and Kings Counties are in the south-central portion of California's San Joaquin Valley and have a growing combined population of over 1.5 million people. The fifth largest city in California is Fresno, the county seat of Fresno County, with approximately 550,000 people. The city of Visalia is the county seat of Tulare County, and it has a population of 127,000 and Hanford as the county seat of Kings County with a population 57,000.This area is the gateway to the Sierra Nevada mountain range with peaks of more than 14,000 feet in its Eastern half, comprised primarily of public lands within the Sequoia National Park, National Forest, and the Mineral King, Golden Trout and Domeland Wilderness areas. In addition, Yosemite National Park is in close proximity to Fresno. Meanwhile, the extensively cultivated and very fertile valley floor in the Western half has allowed these areas to become the top producer of agricultural commodities in the United States.
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Salary & Benefits
Salary: The salary range for this Cooperative Extension Advisor position is Assistant Rank, Step I ($85,600) to Step VI ($108,600). Step placement in the advisor series is based on applicable experience and professional qualifications. For information regarding Cooperative Extension Advisor salary scales, please refer to the University of California Salary scale
If the successful candidate is currently a UCCE Advisor, the candidate will be offered the position without change to the candidate's current rank, step, salary and/or appointment terms; and if applicable, is eligible to retain indefinite status.
This position is eligible for indefinite status, subject to terms noted in Section 315 of the ANR Policy and Procedure Manual. If the successful candidate is currently a UCCE Specialist with indefinite status, the candidate will be offered the position commensurate with applicable experience and professional qualifications with eligibility to retain such indefinite status.
Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive benefits, including two days per month paid vacation, one day per month paid sick leave, and paid holidays. This position is eligible for sabbatical leave privileges per the terms of University policy. ANR is part of UC's Family-Friendly Policies. For more information, refer to the UC Benefits website Benefits.
How to Apply
If interested in this position, please visit UC Recruit and choose 'applicants' (refer to position #22-04). An in-person finalist interview may be required as part of the search process.
Closing Date: To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by June 2, 2026 - (open until filled)
Questions?
Contact Kahla Wallace at kahwallace@ucanr.edu
University of California Cooperative Extension
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Cover Letter (Optional)
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Statement of Research - Statement of Research and Extension
Please submit a 2-page Statement of Research and Extension Interests including how your current and/or past research and extension experience could contribute to, or be applicable to, the needs of the local community. Provide examples of potential goals and outcomes from your research and extension activities.
College Level Transcripts - Electronic transcripts or legible scanned copies (PDF) of original transcripts will be accepted. Transcripts must identify course work completed, grades earned, degrees conferred and confer dates. Please DO NOT send transcripts that are password protected.
References - Please provide 3 references: names, titles and contact information.
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
3 required; 2 optional (5 total)
About UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Job location
Hanford, CA
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/JPF00387
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About University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) consists of a network of scientists and educators working in partnership across the California. We are committed to developing and supporting healthy food systems, healthy environments, healthy communities, and healthy Californians. UC ANR administers UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE), which is responsible for program development and delivery in the counties throughout the state of California.
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