University of California - Santa Barbara
Limited Lab Assistant 1
University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101
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Job ID 80400
Location UCSB Campus
Full/Part Time Full Time
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Job Posting Details (External)
Position Number(s):
40185870/40185872
Payroll Title:
LAB AST 1
Job Code:
9605
Job Open Date:
8/15/25
Application Review Begins:
9/2/25
Department Code (Name):
CBER (CTR BIO&ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION)
Percentage of Time:
100
Union Code (Name):
TX - Technical Professionals
Employee Class (Appointment Type):
4 - Staff: Limited
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program):
PSS
Salary Grade:
STEPS
Pay Rate/Range:
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $19.78 - $22.94/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $19.78 - $22.94/hr.
Work Location:
HARDE-578; various field sites
Working Days and Hours : M-F, 8:30 AM-5 PM; occasional weekends
Benefits Eligibility:
Mid-Level Benefits Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable:
N/A Special Instructions: For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement: The Vernon and Mary Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration is a a center under the Office of Research. The Cheadle Center fulfills the University's mission of education, research, and outreach through its stewardship and restoration of campus lands, and preservation and management of natural history collections. The Cheadle Center promotes teaching diverse undergraduate courses in EEMB, Environmental Studies, and Geology. It supports faculty, staff, and student research interests by providing field and lab-based resources. In addition, the Cheadle Center houses regionally focused collections of terrestrial plants, algae, and vertebrates, as well as an extensive plant anatomy collection. The Center satisfies the University's obligation to provide stewardship of campus lands, rich in biodiversity. Through the ecological restoration program, the Center encourages land restoration on and near campus. The Kids in Nature outreach program fulfills K-12 educational goals, while staff and faculty curators provide scientific information and advice to private entities. Benefits of Belonging Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards.
Learn more about the benefits of working at UC Brief Summary of Job Duties: Under close supervision by the Project Manager and Restoration Coordinator, the Restoration Ecology Assistant will assist with a broad array of activities for the implementation and maintenance of NCOS restoration project and other Cheadle Center restoration project sites as needed. Responsibilities include a wide variety of field activities related to habitat restoration including: assisting with leading student interns and volunteer workforces; invasive weed control by various methods; native plant installation and seed collection; site preparation activities; assisting with plant propagation at the restoration nursery and greenhouse; and other duties related to monitoring and education/outreach. All tasks are frequently reviewed for quality and completeness. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree 1-3 years: Prefer applicants with experience in ecological restoration with knowledge of native and non-native plants and invasive species management skills. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are important, as are leadership and mentorship skills. Special Conditions of Employment: Satisfactory criminal history
background check Must maintain valid CA DL, a satisfactory DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull-Notice Program UCSB is a Tobacco-Free Environment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Job Functions and Percentages of Time: Site Duties - 75%:
Assists with routine duties involving the implementation and maintenance of the restoration site(s), including but not limited to: weed eradication, planting irrigation, and erosion control under the close supervision of senior staff. Greenhouse Duties - 10%:
Assists with routine native plant propagation efforts at the restoration nursery and greenhouse, including: seed collection, seedling germination, transplanting, organization, and general greenhouse maintenance under the close supervision of senior staff. Monitoring - 10%:
Assists with aspects of the monitoring program for the restoration site including routine data collection and data entry under close supervision of senior staff. Education/Outreach - 5%:
Participates in educational responsibilities and supports the Cheadle Center's mission of environmental outreach aimed at the campus community and the general public. UC Vaccination Programs Policy:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California
Policy
on Vaccinations Programs. As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations -
doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
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.
Reasonable Accommodations:
The University of California endeavors to make
https://
www.jobs.ucsb.edu
accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Katherine Abad in Human Resources at
or email
. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Privacy Notification Statement
Privacy Notification Statement and Notice of Availability of the UCSB Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Disclosures
Application Status:
If you would like to check the status of your application, please log into the Candidate Gateway where you applied and click on 'my activities'.
Job ID 80400
Location UCSB Campus
Full/Part Time Full Time
Add to Favorite Jobs
Email this Job
Job Posting Details (External)
Position Number(s):
40185870/40185872
Payroll Title:
LAB AST 1
Job Code:
9605
Job Open Date:
8/15/25
Application Review Begins:
9/2/25
Department Code (Name):
CBER (CTR BIO&ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION)
Percentage of Time:
100
Union Code (Name):
TX - Technical Professionals
Employee Class (Appointment Type):
4 - Staff: Limited
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program):
PSS
Salary Grade:
STEPS
Pay Rate/Range:
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $19.78 - $22.94/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $19.78 - $22.94/hr.
Work Location:
HARDE-578; various field sites
Working Days and Hours : M-F, 8:30 AM-5 PM; occasional weekends
Benefits Eligibility:
Mid-Level Benefits Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable:
N/A Special Instructions: For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement: The Vernon and Mary Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration is a a center under the Office of Research. The Cheadle Center fulfills the University's mission of education, research, and outreach through its stewardship and restoration of campus lands, and preservation and management of natural history collections. The Cheadle Center promotes teaching diverse undergraduate courses in EEMB, Environmental Studies, and Geology. It supports faculty, staff, and student research interests by providing field and lab-based resources. In addition, the Cheadle Center houses regionally focused collections of terrestrial plants, algae, and vertebrates, as well as an extensive plant anatomy collection. The Center satisfies the University's obligation to provide stewardship of campus lands, rich in biodiversity. Through the ecological restoration program, the Center encourages land restoration on and near campus. The Kids in Nature outreach program fulfills K-12 educational goals, while staff and faculty curators provide scientific information and advice to private entities. Benefits of Belonging Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards.
Learn more about the benefits of working at UC Brief Summary of Job Duties: Under close supervision by the Project Manager and Restoration Coordinator, the Restoration Ecology Assistant will assist with a broad array of activities for the implementation and maintenance of NCOS restoration project and other Cheadle Center restoration project sites as needed. Responsibilities include a wide variety of field activities related to habitat restoration including: assisting with leading student interns and volunteer workforces; invasive weed control by various methods; native plant installation and seed collection; site preparation activities; assisting with plant propagation at the restoration nursery and greenhouse; and other duties related to monitoring and education/outreach. All tasks are frequently reviewed for quality and completeness. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree 1-3 years: Prefer applicants with experience in ecological restoration with knowledge of native and non-native plants and invasive species management skills. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are important, as are leadership and mentorship skills. Special Conditions of Employment: Satisfactory criminal history
background check Must maintain valid CA DL, a satisfactory DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull-Notice Program UCSB is a Tobacco-Free Environment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Job Functions and Percentages of Time: Site Duties - 75%:
Assists with routine duties involving the implementation and maintenance of the restoration site(s), including but not limited to: weed eradication, planting irrigation, and erosion control under the close supervision of senior staff. Greenhouse Duties - 10%:
Assists with routine native plant propagation efforts at the restoration nursery and greenhouse, including: seed collection, seedling germination, transplanting, organization, and general greenhouse maintenance under the close supervision of senior staff. Monitoring - 10%:
Assists with aspects of the monitoring program for the restoration site including routine data collection and data entry under close supervision of senior staff. Education/Outreach - 5%:
Participates in educational responsibilities and supports the Cheadle Center's mission of environmental outreach aimed at the campus community and the general public. UC Vaccination Programs Policy:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California
Policy
on Vaccinations Programs. As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations -
doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
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.
Reasonable Accommodations:
The University of California endeavors to make
https://
www.jobs.ucsb.edu
accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Katherine Abad in Human Resources at
or email
. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Privacy Notification Statement
Privacy Notification Statement and Notice of Availability of the UCSB Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Disclosures
Application Status:
If you would like to check the status of your application, please log into the Candidate Gateway where you applied and click on 'my activities'.