Assistant Director of the James Reserves

University-of-California,-Riversid; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Riverside is hiring an Assistant Director of the James Reserve to support daily operations across two Reserve sites in Riverside County. You will assist with administration, user management, facilities, and information systems, while coordinating educational and research programs.

Expect about 30% outdoor work and a salary range reflecting UC pay scales. This role requires compliance with UC policies, and no visa sponsorship is available for staff.

Qualifications

• Under the general direction of the Reserve Director, assists with daily operational aspects of the Reserve Sites.
• Requires generally 30% outdoor work and may change with Reserve needs.
• Current UCR policies and bargaining agreements apply; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage user access and programs at James San Jacinto Mountains Reserve and Oasis de los Osos.
• Oversee building and vehicle maintenance, facilities and information systems.
• Manage museum collections, public outreach, and research/educational programs.

Job description

Assistant Director of the James Reserves

Priority Application Deadline: 09/25/2026

• Job ID 37530348
• Category Science and Research
• Organization College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences
• Department Natural Reserves
• Location Riverside County
• Salary $68,466 - $110,142
• Date Posted September 11, 2026
• Application Deadline September 25, 2026
• Schedule 8AM - 5PM
• Full/Part Time Full-time (100%)
• Level of Supervision General Supervision
• Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
• Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus No
• UC Internal Job No

Position Information

Under the general direction of the Reserve Director (also known as a Reserve Manager), assists with daily operational aspects of the Reserve Sites; James San Jacinto Mountains Reserve and Oasis de los Osos, including administration and user management, building and vehicle maintenance, facilities and information systems, database management, museum collections, public outreach activities, and research and educational programs. This job requires generally 30% working outdoors and may change depending on the needs of the Reserve. The full salary range for the Assistant Director of the James Reserve is $32.79 - $52.75 hourly rate. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $32.79 - $41.58 hourly rate. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.