Lead Steward at NRSS Santa Cruz Island Reserve

Lead Steward at NRSS Santa Cruz Island Reserve

Natural Reserve System

Summary of Job Details

Santa Cruz Island Reserve and its field station is a vital piece of research infrastructure – serving as a field research laboratory for scientists and outdoor classroom for students. Under general supervision of the Reserve Director, the Operations Manager helps support research, education and outreach activities at Santa Cruz Island Reserve (SCIR) through their local knowledge and by providing operational research facilities. Assists the Reserve Director as needed with other tasks including interacting with researchers, students, community members using the Reserve as well as Reserve partners, donors and other stakeholders of the facility. In the absence of the Director, to assume responsibilities delegated by the Director. Oversee contracted maintenance services. Must be available outside of normal working hours and residence onsite is required in housing provided by the University.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma

4-6 years Experience in land stewardship or management or natural resource management for scientific and educational use

4-6 years Demonstrated experience in management of facilities, equipment operations and maintenance, land stewardship and resource monitoring for scientific and educational use

4-6 years Experience in administrative management of research programs, laboratories, or remote field stations

4-6 years Experience operating heavy equipment

4-6 years Experience with coordinating volunteers

1-3 years Experience with project management

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines

Basic computer skills and be able to utilize mobile radio devices throughout the work day

Knowledge and understanding of electrical, heating, and ventilation systems

Strong problem solving skills

Ability to organize and implement facility management procedures

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to maintain, improve, and provide oversight for the physical plant and supporting systems, vehicles, and grounds of the Santa Cruz Island Reserve

Special Conditions of Employment

Position is located at Santa Cruz Island, one of the northern Channel Islands. May be needed for special events or to respond to emergencies outside of normal work hours. Must be able to hike distances over rough terrain and work in a dusty environment. Must be able to work in the heat as well as freezing weather conditions. May have to work on weekends and/or holidays. Required to be on call outside of normal business hours.

Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

Satisfactory criminal history background check

UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.

Days/Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm

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.

Application review begins 1/12/26

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #82915