USDA General Counsel Positions

 USDA General Counsel Positions:  

The NRED GS-15 Supervisory General Attorney (Indian Law) position in any OGC office location will be published on August 31, 2022 through September 21, 2022. The announcement can be accessed by clicking the link below:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/674243600

The NRED GS-11 Attorney Advisor (General) position in any OGC office location will be published on August 31, 2022 through September 21, 2022. The announcement can be accessed by clicking the link below:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/674301600

 

 

 

Manager, Government Relations, National Grocers Association, Washington D.C.

The National Grocers Association is hiring a Government Relations and Policy Analysis Manager to monitor and analyze grocery related legislative and regulatory activities, participate in industry coalitions, lobby on NGA federal issue priorities, develop communications for the GR team, and participate in organizational event planning and execution. This is a junior GR position with opportunities for growth at NGA. For more information, click here: https://grocerycareer.org/jobs/view/manager-government-relations-and-policy-analysis/65248052/. 

Teaching Position: Idaho College of Law / Dept of Ag Econ and Rural Sociology

 THE UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO COLLEGE OF LAW and Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology seek a tenure-track Agricultural Law faculty member beginning Fall 2023, with a tenure home in the College of Law. Entry-level and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. The faculty member would teach an Agricultural Law course, one additional course in the College of Law in a related field, and one course in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology. Candidates must have a: (1) J.D. from an ABA-accredited school or equivalent; (2) M.S. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or closely-related field; or five years professional experience in business, agribusiness, or related field that requires expertise in and knowledge of advanced concepts and theory in business and economics; (3) record or promise of teaching excellence; (4) record or promise of scholarly excellence; and (5) record or promise of excellence in fostering an inclusive learning environment. Preference will be given to candidates with: (1) a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or closely-related field; (2) post-J.D. practice, clerking, or teaching experience; (3) demonstrated excellence in economics and agricultural law; (4) demonstrated excellence in water rights, water quality, and/or other specialization related to agricultural law; (5) experience engaging with stakeholder or multidisciplinary groups relevant to research, outreach or policy priorities in the western U.S.; and (6) demonstrated interest in working with multidisciplinary research teams, including seeking grant funding. The University of Idaho is a comprehensive statewide research institution. This position is located in Moscow. Information about the College of Law is available at https://www.uidaho.edu/law. Interested candidates should apply online at https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources. Questions about the position should be directed to Jerry Long at jlong@uidaho.edu. Priority consideration will be given to applications received before September 15, 2022. The University of Idaho is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Food & Beverage Litigation Associate - Mid-Level, Portland

Food & Beverage Litigation Associate 

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a mid-level associate attorney with a minimum of three years’ experience to join its commercial litigation group in DWT’s Portland office.  This position will include working closely with DWT’s Food and Beverage industry group.  We are seeking a highly capable, driven lawyer with the desire to practice with and enhance an entrepreneurial team. We are looking for candidates with litigation experience, including responsibility for pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and arguing motions. Candidates must have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and be a team player. Clerkship and court experience is a plus. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

For more information and to apply, click on the following link: https://careers.dwt.com/food-beverage-litigation-associate-mid-level-portland/job/19050401

Clinical Instructor, Harvard Law School Food Law and Policy Clinic

Harvard Law School's Food Law and Policy Clinic (FLPC) is hiring a Clinical Instructor to assist with clinical teaching of Harvard Law School students, management of food policy projects, and policy client representation. The Clinical Instructor will be responsible for supervising, mentoring, and teaching students enrolled in the Clinic as they work on complex policy projects; will manage several high-profile FLPC projects on topics including food loss and waste and food access and security; and will develop and manage partnerships with external partners, coalitions, and communities in the food policy arena.

For more information and to apply, click on the following link: https://chlpi.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FLPC-Clinical-Instructor-Position-Summary.pdf.

Food Loss and Waste Policy Analyst, USDA

 USDA is looking for a policy analyst to contribute to the work of the USDA Food Loss and Waste Reduction Liaison. The deadline to apply is August 23rd. For more information click here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/671840200. 

Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) Deputy Director for Anti-Hunger Programs, Maryland

 Deputy Director, Anti-Hunger Programs, Maryland Hunger Solutions 

Maryland Hunger Solutions(MDHS), an initiative of the Food Research & Action Center (FRAC),seeks a highly motivated and skilled individual to join the organization as Deputy Director, Anti-Hunger Programs. The ideal candidate must be committed to addressing poverty and hunger in Maryland; be an experienced and strong advocate with both programmatic, management and staff development experience;have a proven ability to excel at working in partnerships;have experience balancing the needs of diverse stakeholders; demonstrate team leadership skills and be a self-starter. This full-time position will be in Baltimore, Maryland, with some travel around the state required. Currently, MDHS is operating remotely. When it is safe to return to the office, this position will require some in-person meetings and work. For more information, visit https://frac.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=74

Food and Regulatory Counsel, Ferrero

 Ferrero is hiring a Food and Regulatory Counsel in their New Jersey office. For more information visit: https://www.ferrerocareers.com/int/en/jobs/food-and-regulatory-counsel.

Analyst in Agricultural Policy, Congressional Research Service

The Resources, Science and Industry Division of the Congressional Research Service seeks an Analyst in Agricultural Policy. The analyst will address agricultural issues related to agricultural trade, trade agreements, and export promotion and credit, as well as international frameworks governing agricultural trade. The deadline to apply is August 22nd. For more information, visit: https://www.loc.gov/item/careers/analyst-in-agricultural-policy-vacancy-var001991/.

USDA Associate Regional Attorney: Temple, Texas

USDA Associate Regional Attorney: Temple, Texas 

Under the supervision of the Regional Attorney, the Associate Regional Attorney supervises the other attorneys and professional staff in the Temple Office in the provision of legal service to USDA agencies and officials in Oklahoma and Texas. The work in the Temple office is predominantly a commercial practice involving matters such as: lending, bankruptcy, foreclosures, crop insurance, employment law, tort claims and litigation defense involving USDA programs. 

Duties: This is a supervisory position. The person will: Supervise the Attorneys and Legal Support Staff in all aspects of the legal practice; Provide Legal Advice to USDA Agencies; Represent USDA Agencies before administrative and other tribunals; Serve as liaison between USDA agencies and Department of Justice in Judicial Litigation; and Serve on USDA-OGC Management Team. 

How to Apply: This is a federal job. Applicants should carefully follow the application instructions found on usajobs.gov and apply prior to 11:59 p.m. on August 29, 2022. https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/668188500

Two-year Paid Castanea Fellowship

At Castanea Fellowship, we champion new patterns of a just, healthy, and equitable food system by investing in extraordinary leaders. We provide leaders with space to source new ideas, engage in peer-to-peer learning, forge alliances, and most importantly, unearth reflective practices that increase resilience and provide a renewed sense of purpose. By giving all food system leaders opportunities to rejuvenate, and centering Black, Indigenous, and other leaders of color, we help combat further erasure of knowledge, priorities, and practices of BIPOC communities that are so essential to reshaping narratives, thereby eliminating systemic barriers, shifting power dynamics, ultimately creating the conditions for a more just and equitable food system for all. We’re ready to support leaders working for a racially just, culturally rooted, sustainable, and healthy food system for all communities. If you’re a leader with more than five years of experience in the food system, we hope you consider applying! Learn more and apply here https://www.castaneafellowship.org/apply/

Attorney Advisor, USDA, Portland, Oregon

 USDA's Office of the General Counsel in Portland, Oregon is looking for an attorney advisor. Deadline to apply is 08/15/2022. For more information click here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/663066000 .