University of Arkansas
Assistant/Associate Professor - Wildlife Specialist
University of Arkansas, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
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Job Information Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No
Institution & Division Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas Division: University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, a statewide campus with Research and Extension Centers in every Arkansas county.
Work Environment The Division is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture and employs more than 1400 employees. It offers a vibrant work environment and a culture that promotes a healthy work‑life balance.
Application Process Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.
Students at two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You can access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” on your Candidate Home page.
To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
Department Forest Resources Director Department's Website: uada.edu
Summary of Job Duties (Responsibilities) The successful candidate will lead a comprehensive statewide extension program of excellence in wildlife management. Emphasis areas will include upland game bird management and nuisance/invasive wildlife issues in addition to wildlife management issues that address stakeholder needs and complement efforts of fellow natural resources extension and research team members. Candidates should develop educational programs for landowners, hunters, residential homeowners, natural resources professionals, county Extension agents, and 4‑H youth. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively through site visits, field tours, workshops, extension publications and online content. The incumbent will have a statewide program, integrating county agents into extension efforts, responding to agent questions in a timely manner, developing effective training programs, and demonstrating projects to support extension efforts. Close collaboration with extension and research colleagues, both within AFRC and across relevant disciplines, will also be essential. The incumbent will publish in peer‑reviewed outlets, extension publications, web‑based media, and popular press, and generate program support through extramural funding from competitive sources such as state and federal grants, foundations, and industry contracts.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. in a natural resources‑related field, with at least one degree related to wildlife or wildlife management, is required (by date of hire). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and have a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required skills include the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical information to a non‑technical audience orally and in writing, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and collegial work environment. Flexibility to travel throughout the state is required.
Preferred Qualifications Experience planning and implementing wildlife management programs with private forest landowners, state forestry or wildlife agencies, or other wildlife management practitioners; certification as a natural resource professional by The Wildlife Society or state registration board; and demonstrated knowledge of the land‑grant mission and role of Extension.
Additional Information Applicants are required to upload a Resume, Cover Letter, Official or Unofficial Transcript, and a list of three references with name, phone number and email address prior to submitting the application. Once an application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.
Salary Information Commensurate with Education and Experience.
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Optional Documents Optional documents include: vision statement regarding your extension goals for this position, detailed curriculum vitae with a summary of research and teaching activities, grant proposals written, official academic transcripts.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit letters of application and vision statements electronically through the University of Arkansas System Career Site.
Contact search chair Don White (whited@uamont.edu) or administrative specialist Karen Ford (forkk@uamont.edu) for questions regarding the process.
Recruitment Contact Information Michael Blazier Phone: +1 870‑460‑1152 Email: Blazier@uamont.edu
Pre‑Employment Screening Requirements Motor Vehicle Reports Check. The Division may conduct pre‑employment background checks, which may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. These checks are identified in the position listing.
Equal Opportunity and Disability Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Physical Activity Requirements Constant Physical Activity: Talking Frequent Physical Activity: Driving, Lifting, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Kneeling, Lifting, Standing, Walking
Benefits Eligibility Yes
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Job Information Type of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No
Institution & Division Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas Division: University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, a statewide campus with Research and Extension Centers in every Arkansas county.
Work Environment The Division is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture and employs more than 1400 employees. It offers a vibrant work environment and a culture that promotes a healthy work‑life balance.
Application Process Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.
Students at two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You can access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” on your Candidate Home page.
To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
Department Forest Resources Director Department's Website: uada.edu
Summary of Job Duties (Responsibilities) The successful candidate will lead a comprehensive statewide extension program of excellence in wildlife management. Emphasis areas will include upland game bird management and nuisance/invasive wildlife issues in addition to wildlife management issues that address stakeholder needs and complement efforts of fellow natural resources extension and research team members. Candidates should develop educational programs for landowners, hunters, residential homeowners, natural resources professionals, county Extension agents, and 4‑H youth. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively through site visits, field tours, workshops, extension publications and online content. The incumbent will have a statewide program, integrating county agents into extension efforts, responding to agent questions in a timely manner, developing effective training programs, and demonstrating projects to support extension efforts. Close collaboration with extension and research colleagues, both within AFRC and across relevant disciplines, will also be essential. The incumbent will publish in peer‑reviewed outlets, extension publications, web‑based media, and popular press, and generate program support through extramural funding from competitive sources such as state and federal grants, foundations, and industry contracts.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. in a natural resources‑related field, with at least one degree related to wildlife or wildlife management, is required (by date of hire). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and have a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required skills include the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical information to a non‑technical audience orally and in writing, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and collegial work environment. Flexibility to travel throughout the state is required.
Preferred Qualifications Experience planning and implementing wildlife management programs with private forest landowners, state forestry or wildlife agencies, or other wildlife management practitioners; certification as a natural resource professional by The Wildlife Society or state registration board; and demonstrated knowledge of the land‑grant mission and role of Extension.
Additional Information Applicants are required to upload a Resume, Cover Letter, Official or Unofficial Transcript, and a list of three references with name, phone number and email address prior to submitting the application. Once an application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.
Salary Information Commensurate with Education and Experience.
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Optional Documents Optional documents include: vision statement regarding your extension goals for this position, detailed curriculum vitae with a summary of research and teaching activities, grant proposals written, official academic transcripts.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Submit letters of application and vision statements electronically through the University of Arkansas System Career Site.
Contact search chair Don White (whited@uamont.edu) or administrative specialist Karen Ford (forkk@uamont.edu) for questions regarding the process.
Recruitment Contact Information Michael Blazier Phone: +1 870‑460‑1152 Email: Blazier@uamont.edu
Pre‑Employment Screening Requirements Motor Vehicle Reports Check. The Division may conduct pre‑employment background checks, which may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. These checks are identified in the position listing.
Equal Opportunity and Disability Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Physical Activity Requirements Constant Physical Activity: Talking Frequent Physical Activity: Driving, Lifting, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Kneeling, Lifting, Standing, Walking
Benefits Eligibility Yes
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