Assistant to the President at Slow Foods USA

For more information visit: www.goodfoodjobs.com

Slow Food USA is a non-profit organization working to create a just and sustainable food system. With 225 volunteer-led chapters across the country, representing more than 25,000 members and reaching a network of 250,000 people, Slow Food USA advocates for food and farming policy that is good for the public, good for farmers and workers, and good for the planet; creates youth programs to bring the values of eating local, sustainable and just food to schools and campuses; and preserves and promotes vanishing foods and food traditions. The Slow Food USA national headquarters is located in Brooklyn, NY.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Assistant to the President and Manager of Special Projects will work closely with the president to aid him in moving forward Slow Food's strategic objectives. In addition, through managing, overseeing, and/or supporting select special projects, the position will be instrumental in moving forward key initiatives, some directly linked to the president, some in coordination with other staff. The work will be a combination of administrative support, coordination, and project management. It will be a fast paced job that will put you at heart of the food movement. While there will be some intense administrative functions, at its core, it willnot be a purely administrative job. The Assistant will be on a team, with the president, working to make sure we get done what needs to get done so that Slow Food can be successful in serving its members and leaders and changing our relationship to food and farming. Lastly, the position will require excellent judgement, discretion, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a commitment to do whatever it takes to move forward Slow Food's mission.

Academic Specialist/Outreach at C.S. Mott Group

For more information visit: www.mottgroup.msu.edu

Play a lead role in coordinating and submitting large research grant proposals on behalf of the C.S. Mott Group for Sustainable Food Systems (C.S. Mott Group); Serve as the point of contact for inquiries about the C.S. Mott Group's research and/or outreach programs; Coordinate development and expansion of the C.S. Mott Group's web site, posting research and outreach project results as well as marketing of the C.S. Mott Group's programs; Play a lead role in coordinating and submitting large outreach grant proposals on behalf of the C.S. Mott Group; Check in regularly with staff and faculty affiliates to stay abreast of project opportunities and provide support on existing grants where needed; Provide presentations on the C.S. Mott Group's research and outreach programs to MSU and non-MSU audiences as needed; Serve as coordinator for C.S. Mott Group's advisory board meetings. Required: A Master's in Business Admin, Communications science, or related food, agriculture, and health disciplines.

Director, Animal Law LL.M. Degree Program at Lewis & Clark

For more information visit: www.jobs.lclark.edu/postings/2770

As second-highest manager of a nationally recognized animal law program, and the director of the world’s first Animal Law LL.M. degree program, the person in this position is responsible for the day to day management of the Animal Law LL.M. degree program; maintaining the program’s quality and reputation through personal contact with prospective and current students and alumni; working diligently and creatively to identify and develop additional resources to grow the program; and maintaining the program’s national presence by marketing both the overall animal law program as well as the specific Animal Law LL.M. program through organizing and speaking at national conferences and workshops. When time permits, this person will teach one animal law seminar per academic year.

Lewis & Clark College will conduct background checks on the finalist(s). Lewis & Clark College is an equal opportunity employer.

Family Farm Food Safety Program Manager at CAFF

For more information visit: www.caff.org/about/job-ops/

Job Description: The Manager of the Family Farm Food Safety Program will develop a food safety program at CAFF that is focused on advising California specialty crop farmers on developing farm-level food safety plans, particularly small- and medium-scale family farmers engaged in direct marketing. Many such farmers have no experience with food safety issues. The idea is to create a position that is not simply a food safety auditor but is instead an advocate and advisor for California family farmers. The Manager will become familiar with all relevant food safety GAPs and outreach programs, including USDA and state programs, specialty crop-specific programs, private auditing firms’ programs, UC recommendations, as well as programs developed by the Produce Safety Alliance at Cornell. The manager will also be familiar with food safety requirements of California retailers, food service companies, processors, and other potential purchasers of family farm specialty crops. In collaboration with project partners from the University of California and other organizations, the Manager will conduct workshops for farmers and will be available for personal one-on-one consultations and farm visits with the target specialty crop farmers, in order to assist them in developing their own farm food safety plans. The Manager will also participate in a variety of conferences and other public processes related to food safety.

Eligible applicants must possess the following skills and experience:
• Farming experience, specialty crop experience desirable
• Food safety farm program implementation in one or more specialty crops and/or auditing experience, preferably both
• Interest in and familiarity with organic, biodynamic and sustainable agriculture
• Strong writing and verbal communications skills
• Self-directed, entrepreneurial and collaborative work style
• Willingness to travel in state as needed
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
• A strong desire to defend the interests of family farmers

Terms: This is a full time salaried position with health benefits. The position will be located in Davis at Glide Ranch. The position is funded for two years, 2012 and 2013, by a Specialty Crop Block Grant award from CA Department of Food and Agriculture/USDA. Its continuation beyond 2013 will be contingent on securing additional funding. CAFF provides a competitive benefits package, and is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three references to info@caff.org. The position will be open until filled.

County Extension Director at WSU in Olympia, WA

For more information visit: www.goodfoodjobs.com/jobs/8316/county-extension-director

Official title: County Extension Director, Extension Educator, rank E-4, E-3, or E-2 (equivalent to professor, associate professor, or assistant professor, respectively) full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track faculty position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position will function as an integral part of the Thurston County WSU Extension team and the Small Farms Team, to develop and implement small farms education and research programs. The Extension Educator will be expected to have strong outreach and communication skills, research skills, and grant-writing experience.

This position is responsible for leading WSU Extension programsand serving as administrator for local WSU operations in Thurston County. In addition to the County Director, the WSU Extension personnel for Thurston County provide programming in the areas of 4-H Youth Development, Natural Resources, and Nutrition Education.

General responsibilities:

• Develop programs contributing to local, university, state, national, and international recognition of WSU Extension as an essential education and applied research resource.
• Contribute to the recognition of WSU as a premier Land-Grant University and the Extension profession.
• Work cooperatively with other faculty, industry representatives, grower groups, and other professionals across the Pacific Northwest.
• Become knowledgeable about and promote the entire Extension program.
• Contribute an accurate, consistent, and positive message about Extension to funding partners, participants, and the wider community.
• Serve as the Unit Lead for the Community Services Division (WSU Thurston County Extension, Fair, and Recreation) housed in the Thurston County Department of Resource Stewardship; provide administration oversight, program leadership for outreach, education and public engagement, and facilitate collaborative opportunities linking the WSU Extension mission with advancing county goals
• Support the community's burgeoning small farm community by providing guidance related to agriculture regulation and participating on the County's Agriculture Advisory Committee.
• Provide administrative leadership for County Extension staff and faculty; ensure the timely preparation of narrative and fiscal reports; participate in the department's budget development exercises and support staff development by identifying training opportunities from both WSU and Thurston County.

Project Manager at BRWIA in N.C.

For more information visit: http://www.brwia.org/files/BRWIA%20Project%20Manager%20Job%20Description_1.pdf

Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture (BRWIA) is dedicated to strengthening the High Country's local food system by supporting women and their families with resources, education, and skills related to sustainable food and agriculture.

Position Summary:
Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture (BRWIA) seeks to hire a Project Manager to coordinate the Heifer International Seeds of Change Initiative in the Appalachian Region (Alleghany, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes County, NC, and Johnson County, Tennessee). The Seeds of Change Initiative aims to increase access to healthy, local food, increase household income and conserve natural resources in the High Country. Coordination of this initiative involves recruiting stakeholders, designing a governance structure for a coalition of stakeholders, facilitating the assessment of community needs, and leading fundraising efforts.

Earth Justice Project Attorney -Tallahassee, FL

Project Attorney

Earthjustice

Job Location:

Tallahassee, FL, FL, United States

Job Status: Mid Level
Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description

The Gold Ridge Resource Conservation District is currently seeking applications for a highly motivated, self directed and enthusiastic Executive Director to oversee all aspects of District operations including the xecution of Board policy and program oversight and development. The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the district and acts as the direct liaison with the Board of Directors, also serving as the face of the District with the agricultural, regulatory and environmental communities as well as with the public at large.

The Executive Director is an exempt, full-time position based on a flexible weekday schedule. Job-related travel is required and some weekend and overnight travel may be necessary. Approved travel expenses incurred while conducting official RCD business will be paid on a reimbursable basis. A valid California driver's license is required.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have experience in nonprofit management and organizational development, and will have demonstrated success in fundraising, primarily securing and managing grants.

Candidates must possess a strong desire to identify new partnerships and programs, and sustain and expand existing ones.

The successful candidate will have the ability to embrace and achieve the mission of GRRCD by developing and sustaining programs to provide technical assistance and education to growers and landowners, helping them voluntarily conserve natural resources.

The Executive Director reports to a 5 member Board of Directors and supervises District staff, working in partnership with the District Manager. Current District staff includes a part-­time District Manager, a full-­time Lead Scientist, a full-­time Conservation Planner, a full-­time Project Manager, a ¾ time

Ecologist, a ½ time Office Manager, and a part-­time Field Technician. GRRCD also employs a bookkeeper on a part-­time, contracted basis. This dynamic team with its diverse expertise supports the Executive Director and Board in the development and execution of District programs.

Required Skills/Experience:

5 years of professional experience in a non-­profit, public agency, or similar organization.

A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in organizational management including staff, rogram, and financial supervision.

Knowledge of and/or experience with special districts or non-profit management, preferably within the natural resources conservation field.

Bachelor's degree, preferably in resource management, natural or applied science, public or business administration, or equivalent education and experience.

Highly developed experience with accessing funding sources, grant writing and management, budget development, and contract development.

Strong written and oral communication skills, including public relations, grant writing and reporting.

Highly motivated and self-directing, with the ability to prioritize and coordinate workload.

Experience engaging and collaborating with diverse groups and stakeholders, including landowners, growers, industry representatives, researchers, regulators, nonprofits, public agencies and citizens.

Experience procuring, working under and managing grants.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Certificate in Project Management and/or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, watershed management, endangered species protection, environmental law, policy and planning or a related field.

Existing positive relationships and ability to connect with leaders in the western Sonoma County agricultural, environmental and/or natural resource community.

Knowledge of production agriculture and/or natural resource conservation principles and science, specifically water quality and conservation, species recovery plans, hydrology, erosion, stormwater runoff, and/or native plant and animal communities.

Responsibilities:

General Duties:

Supervise and oversee all programmatic, financial and operational aspects of the District.

Report regularly to the Board of Directors regarding achievement of District objectives, current and projected financial status, progress updates on current projects, and other issues relevant to the Board.

Maintain transparent and effective communications with staff and serve as liaison between staff and the Board of Directors.

Supervise personnel in an efficient and effective manner including developing job descriptions, recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating, determining compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.

Maintain thorough knowledge of current and newly emerging issues affecting agricultural operations and natural resource management in western Sonoma County.

In coordination with the Board of Directors, develop and implement the GRRCD Strategic Plan and budget for RCD programs with specific goals, time frames and financial requirements.

Programmatic Duties:

Initiate and lead programmatic development and expansion by building partnerships and actively.

Seking funding opportunities, including timely and appropriate grant proposals.

Support project managers in grant and subcontractor oversight and management.

Serve as a representative for the District through public interactions with partners and the community.

Financial Duties:

Ensure District operations continue in a fiscally responsible and transparent manner.

Oversee the development of budget projections and identify needs and opportunities to ensure adequate funding to maintain existing staff and expand programs where appropriate.

Oversee financial management and reporting, including monthly financial reports to the Board of Directors, preparation of the annual budget and preparation for independent audits.

Monitor cash flow, enforcement of financial policies for expenditures, and purchase authorizations.

Compensation: Financial compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with applicable experience. The incumbent will be eligible for enrollment in RCD group health/dental insurance and retirement plans. Additional benefits include 2 weeks paid vacation per year, 12 days of paid sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.

To Apply:

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume and contact information for at least 3 professional references to Michele Rocha via email or by mail to:

Michele@goldridgercd.org

Environmental Integrity Project -Water Quality Law Fellow

Water Quality Law Fellow

DESCRIPTION

Environmental Integrity Project – Washington, D.C.

Job Title: Water Quality Law Fellow

The Environmental Integrity Project (EIP) is seeking an attorney to advance Clean Water Act protections at the federal, state, and local levels. The available position is for a one-year fellowship focusing on water pollution issues, including: Chesapeake Bay water pollution, Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations, and coal combustion waste. The fellowship has significant potential for extension beyond one year, dependent on performance.

EIP is a nonprofit organization established in March of 2002 by former EPA enforcement attorneys to advocate for more effective enforcement of environmental laws. The organization has three objectives: (1) to provide objective analyses of how the failure to enforce or implement environmental laws increases pollution and affects the public’s health; (2) to hold federal and state agencies, as well as individual corporations, accountable for failing to enforce or comply with environmental laws; and (3) to help local communities obtain the protection of environmental laws. For more information, please visit our website at www.environmentalintegrity.org.

Qualifications: EIP will consider attorneys with two to three years of combined experience in litigation, environmental advocacy, specialized education, or equivalent experience. Candidates must demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills and must be a member of a State Bar. D.C. Bar membership, or eligibility for waiver, is preferable. The ideal candidate should have previous experience with developing or litigating cases and/or commenting on and challenging environmental permits and rules. Additional experience in policy analysis, media outreach, and coalition building will also be considered. Prior knowledge of the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and Administrative Procedure Act is preferred.

MORE / LESSHOW TO APPLY

To Apply: The position is available immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and list of references no later than November 30^th, 2011 by email tommiller@environmentalintegrity.org.

Electronic submissions are preferred, but applications may also be submitted by mail to the following address:

Water Law Fellowship
Environmental Integrity Project
One Thomas Circle NW, Suite 900

Washington, D.C. 20005

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Environmental Defense Fund Policy Director for Land, Water, Wildlife Program

Policy Director - Land, Water, Wildlife Program

With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life.

Our distinctive approach to environmental protection emphasizes a focus on scientific and economic disciplines and on the use of market mechanisms, where applicable, to reach well-crafted, durable solutions. The organization builds teams of scientists, lawyers, and economists to investigate the scientific causes of environmental problems as well as the market forces and government policies that encourage, subsidize, and prevent environmental damage. In the full range of environmental arenas (air, water, climate, soil, toxic chemicals, and wildlife), Environmental Defense Fund seeks practical solutions, founded on science, that policymakers and industry can be urged to incorporate into practice, law, or regulation.

Overall Function

The Policy Director will play a central role in our work to create a more flexible and dynamic management system for the Colorado River that meets both human and ecological needs. The selected individual will devise and implement a strategy to engage with elected officials and members of the Administration (including the Department of Interior, the Bureau of Reclamation, the Fish and Wildlife Service, the Department of Agriculture and the Natural Resources Conservation Service) and other stakeholders to address the most critical issues facing the Colorado River. The selected individual will work with EDF staff and our allies to identify the largest solvable problems and propose policy advocacy solutions to address them. The selected individual will build durable relationships with key stakeholders in Washington, D.C. and across the country, working closely with staff and allies on the Colorado River Basin Project. The position will be based in Washington, DC, and report to EDF’s Rocky Mountain Regional Director based in Boulder, CO with dotted-line reporting to the Director of Congressional Affairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Environmental Defense Fund’s team of attorneys, experts and consultants and our allies to achieve Colorado River Basin Project program goals.
• Become fluent in the goals, objectives, strategies and tactics of EDF and our strategic partners.
• Collaborate with EDF staff on the project to complete a policy advocacy strategy that includes: (1) building and fostering key relationships with relevant policymakers and staff on the Hill and in the Administration; (2) defining meaningful and achievable policy goals and objectives that will result in progress toward reforming the management of the Colorado River; (3) searching for opportunities to advance our goals; (4) developing specific strategies to achieve such policy goals; and (5) executing such strategies.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Both a strong network of influential policymakers and staff in Washington, D.C., and significant ties to the Colorado River Basin;
• Sophisticated understanding of the policymaking process in Washington, D.C. is critical as is a good reputation among water stakeholders, including agriculture groups;
• Experience either on the Hill or in a relevant agency is important;
• Ability to think clearly and creatively about technical, scientific and legal issues;
• Good writing and communications skills;
• Demonstrated track record of working with diverse interests;
• Strong strategic sense for influencing public policy;
• Demonstrated commitment to environmental values;
• Undergraduate or Master’s degree in environmental science or policy or political science is preferred. A law degree is a plus;
• Detail oriented, organized, a self-starter, able to adapt to frequent change and prioritize effectively under constant deadline pressure;
• Excellent strategic thinking skills and judgment;
• Ability to follow guidance from and consult frequently with senior staff;
• Ability to work with a diverse range of people, both inside Environmental Defense Fund and externally.

Terms of Employment

This is a one-year term position. However, it may be extended and may expand to include other work related to river and wetland preservation and restoration and water policy.

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Application

Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume and salary requirements tojobs@edf.org. Please put job title in the subject line.

Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.

Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer

http://www.edf.org/jobs/policy-director-land-water-wildlife-program