Sustainable Landscape Management Specialist

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking a Sustainable Landscape Management Specialist in Riverside, CA. The role involves developing horticultural knowledge for nursery and landscape professionals, collaborating with government and non-profit organizations, and overseeing Master Gardener programs. Key responsibilities include providing educational programs on sustainable practices, supervising volunteers, and promoting green infrastructure. This is a full-time position with no degree requirement mentioned.
About the Position:
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• This position involves developing and extending horticultural knowledge to nursery and landscape professionals in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.">
• The successful candidate will work with government entities to develop and expand green infrastructures, collaborating with a wide variety of non-profit agencies and organizations invested in planting and maintaining greenspaces.">
• This role requires providing relevant, scientifically supported information to relevant audiences, based on a comprehensive needs assessment.">
• Potential areas of focus include selection, placement, and care of climate-adapted landscape trees and other plants that cool urban heat islands while conserving water, withstand heat, and enhance other ecosystem services.">
• The position involves academic and administrative oversight of the Master Gardener programs in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, ensuring accurate and objective information and education extension with over 500 Master Gardener volunteers.">
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Key Responsibilities:
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• Develop and extend research-based information on proper production, selection, placement, and care of ornamental trees and other landscape plants.">
• Collaborate with local stakeholders to identify areas of need and develop strategies to address them.">
• Provide educational programs and materials to the public on sustainable landscape management practices.">
• Work with government agencies and non-profit organizations to promote green infrastructure development.">
• Supervise Master Gardener volunteers and provide training and support as needed.">