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At the Oiled Wildlife Care Network, every role contributes to a shared mission: ensuring that California’s wildlife receive the best possible care during oil spills and environmental disasters. From wildlife care and research to logistics and communications, our team brings together diverse expertise to make a difference. Explore our current openings and find your place in this vital work.

Associate Director - Operations

The Associate Director of Operations keeps the Oiled Wildlife Care Network running smoothly and ready to respond. Based at UC Davis, this role oversees day-to-day management of the OWCN headquarters team, coordinating expertise in animal health, field operations, and logistics. Working closely with the Director and Associate Director of Network Management, this position supports and coordinates planning, preparedness, and deployment efforts that enable California’s world-class oiled wildlife response.

Application Deadline: January 15, 2026 at 11:59PM Pacific Time

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