Policy Advocate - California Farm Bureau Federation (Sacramento, CA)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3801585523

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include to: "Serve as state legislative and regulatory representative with experience in agricultural or natural resources policy[;] Advocate for California’s farmers and ranchers before the California State Legislature, the Office of the Governor, and state agencies. Advocacy responsibilities include bill and regulatory analyses, recommending policy positions to Division Manager; communications with appropriate legislators, administration, and regulatory staff; and coordination with CFBF policy, political affairs and communications staff where appropriate."

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3801585523

Attorney/Senior Legal Manager - Driscoll's (Watsonville, CA)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.driscolls.com/about/careers/job?id=R0005951

"This position’s responsibilities include providing legal counsel, analyzing legal risk through legal research and dispute/claim analysis, leading contract structuring and negotiation, and directing, managing, and supporting legal counsel across North America, South America, Europe, China, and Australia. This is an expert generalist role, ideal for a strategic and business-minded attorney, experienced paralegal, or contracts professional with strong legal research, negotiation, and project leadership experience."

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.driscolls.com/about/careers/job?id=R0005951

Director of Economic Policy & Analysis - Farm Credit Council (Washington, D.C.)(Hybrid)

 For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3827983370

"In this exciting role at our Washington, D.C.-based, trade association, we are looking for a motivated and driven individual ready to lead efforts that support the strategic development of Farm Credit System (System) and Farm Credit Council (FCC) policies and priorities. This role will analyze legislative and regulatory proposals and support Farm Credit workgroups focused on specific agricultural and finance service industry topics. This role reports to and works closely with the Senior Vice President & General Counsel."

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3827983370

Assistant General Counsel Corporate Sustainability - Mars (McLean, VA)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/assistant-general-counsel-corporate-sustainability-at-mars-3738993580/

Mars (food/manufacturing of brands like M&M's, Snickers, etc.) believes the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, which is the vision at the heart of our Sustainable in a Generation Plan - one where the planet is healthy, people and pets are thriving, and society is inclusive. Reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, this newly created position will play a key role in providing legal leadership for corporate strategy, governance, and assurance activities on a wide range of Sustainability matters across the enterprise, as well as navigating compliance with rapidly evolving laws, regulations and global standards to enable our global business to deliver against its Sustainability commitments. The role will include close collaboration both with corporate functions and legal and business stakeholders across our business segments around the world.

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/assistant-general-counsel-corporate-sustainability-at-mars-3738993580/

Agricultural Environmental Specialist Administrative Coordinator - Dept. of Ag. & Forestry, State of Louisiana (Baton Rouge, LA)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/4364991/agricultural-environmental-specialist-administrative-coordinator

The function of work for this position is to plan, implement, and administer any one or combination of statewide quarantine and horticulture programs, such as apiary, nursery, biotechnology, cooperative plant pest survey, sweet potato programs, etc., pesticide programs, such as pesticide certification and enforcement, pesticide product registration, pesticide emergency response, and pesticide waste disposal, farm worker safety, endangered species protection, or water, food, feed, and fiber monitoring.

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/4364991/agricultural-environmental-specialist-administrative-coordinator

Deputy Agricultural Commissioner / Sealer of Weights & Measures - County of Shasta (Redding, CA)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/shasta/jobs/4298151-0/deputy-agricultural-commissioner-sealer-of-weights-measures

The ideal candidate has substantial experience in the administration of Agricultural and Weights and Measures programs as well as the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. They consistently approach their work with innovation, creativity and big picture thinking. They are an excellent communicator (both verbally and in writing) who can build productive and positive professional relationships both internally and externally, working with staff, partners, other agencies, the public and other stakeholders. They are skilled in conflict resolution and can maintain composure and compassion in challenging situations. 

Candidate must have ability to understand, interpret and apply laws and regulations pertaining to agricultural and weights and measures programs; supervise and evaluate the work of others; evaluate program operations and recommend changes in procedures and policies to improve efficiency; plan, organize, and prioritize daily assignments and work activities; help prepare and monitor the departmental budget; establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, the public, and others contacted in the course of the work; collect, interpret, and evaluate data; express ideas effectively in oral and written form; perform required mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; and work independently.

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/shasta/jobs/4298151-0/deputy-agricultural-commissioner-sealer-of-weights-measures

2024 Immigrant Justice Corps (IJC) Unaccompanied Children Program (UCP) Fellowship - Immigrant Justice Corps (Location: TBD)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://ijc.smapply.io/prog/2024_justice_fellowship/

We are expanding our footprint to meet the urgent need for legal representation. IJC recently partnered with the Acacia Center for Justice to place approximately 50 Justice Fellows with their network of legal service providers across the country as part of the Unaccompanied Children Program. Applicants with an interest in preserving the rights of migrant children are strongly encouraged to apply.

There is high demand for Justice Fellows to provide quality legal services to unaccompanied children in removal proceedings. Spanish fluency is preferred, however language supports will be provided for those working towards fluency.

All IJC Fellows serve for two years and are provided with a full salary and benefits through their host organization placement.

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://ijc.smapply.io/prog/2024_justice_fellowship/

Associate Corporate Counsel, Agricultural Regulatory & Compliance - JBS USA (Pilgrim's Pride)(Greeley, CO)

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://jobs.jbsfoodsgroup.com/us/en/job/53568/ASSOCIATE-CORPORATE-COUNSEL-AGRICULTURAL-REGULATORY-COMPLIANCE

An hour north of Denver and ideally situated between Boulder, Fort Collins, and Greeley, Pilgrim’s Pride is a publicly-owned subsidiary of JBS USA, one of the largest companies headquartered in Colorado. We are seeking a motivated and proactive attorney to join our legal team, with a focus on agricultural regulatory compliance, and the talent and adaptability to handle the wide variety of complex legal matters you’ll find at one of the world’s largest global food companies. In this unique role, you will fully immerse yourself in the business, draw upon your experience to strategically advise on regulatory compliance, ensure transactions have met legal and regulatory requirements, manage enforcement actions, and assist the business with other legal issues as they arise. You will work closely with executives, business unit leaders, department heads, and other teams across the Company to address and resolve legal matters, support business goals, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

For more information and how to apply, see here: https://jobs.jbsfoodsgroup.com/us/en/job/53568/ASSOCIATE-CORPORATE-COUNSEL-AGRICULTURAL-REGULATORY-COMPLIANCE