Underwood CD Wildfire Resilience Specialist

Underwood CD Wildfire Resilience Specialist Position Description The Wildfire Resilience Specialist will serve as an integral member of a team of conservation professionals, working in both the field and the office, and will be responsible for wildfire-related conservation services and projects, namely: Forestry-related technical assistance Community outreach/education Mobile chipper service coordination, and Fuels-reduction projects implementing “Firewise” principles and other best management practices. Additionally, the Wildfire Resilience Specialist will assist and support District staff in carrying out various other tasks under the District’s annual plan of work. Compensation Starting at $25-32 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is expected to average 40 hours per week. The UCD office schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30AM until 5:00PM, and either FLSA exempt or non-exempt status allows for approved flexibility of scheduled work hours. The position requires schedule flexibility to accomplish its objectives. Funding for this position is provided by grants and relies on successful future grant applications. This is a regular, full-time position. Per district policies, this position is at-will and receives all UCD holidays, annual leave, PERS retirement plan, and has the option to enroll in UCD’s health, dental, and vision insurance benefit package, as well as legally mandated benefits (unemployment insurance, labor &industries insurance, Medicare, and sick leave). Application Information Submit application and one-page resume with three references to Dan Richardson, UCD Forest & Wildfire Resilience Program Manager. Materials found here: Open until filled. First review round will occur for applications submitted by 4pm, January 26, 2026 . #J-18808-Ljbffr