Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Hiring Senior Attorney in Tallahassee, Florida

Under the Florida Constitution the Commissioner of Agriculture is responsible for all matters pertaining to agriculture except as otherwise provided by law. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, headed by the Commissioner of Agriculture, has a broad range of powers, functions and duties under various chapters of the Florida Statutes and, in carrying these out, has employed approximately 3500 employees assigned through several divisions and various offices. To assist and guide the Commissioner and the employees in carrying out their responsibilities, the Commissioner has assigned the department's legal work to a General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, Senior Attorneys, Attorneys and appropriate support staff. 

The State of Florida is currently hiring a Senior Attorney! The Senior Attorney will represent and advise the Division of Food Safety. The Division regulates food establishments and enforces food safety and sanitation regulations. The Division also regulates the sale of hemp products for human consumption. Renders requested legal advice and counsel to Division leadership, the Commissioner, the commissioner's staff, and other employees of the department related to food safety regulation under chapters 500, 502, and 583, Florida Statutes and section 581.217, Florida Statues.

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State of North Carolina - Hiring Special Deputy Attorney General/Services to State in Wake County!

The North Carolina Department of Justice led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab the North Carolina Justice Agency and the Sheriffs' and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Division. They are currently hiring a Special Deputy Attorney General/Services to State. 

The Service to State Agencies Section provides a full range of legal service, including litigation before State and federal tribunals, to a number of State agencies or agency components, including the Administrative Office of the Courts, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of State Treasurer, the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, the Office of State Human Resources, the State Human Resources Commission, the Credit Union Division of the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the North Carolina Department of Information Technology and the Wildlife Resources Commission. The Section also provides legal services to a number of occupational licensing boards and commissions, including the Board of Hearing Aid Dealers and Fitters, the Irrigation Contractors Board, Pesticide Board, Structural Pest Control Committee, Plant Conservation Board, the Real Estate Commission, the Ethics Commission, the Marriage and Family Therapy Board, the Psychology Board and the Licensed Professional Counselors Board. In addition to serving these clients, the Section also provides legal advice to local government agencies through oral and written opinions to city and county attorneys, registers of deeds and other local elected officials.

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Congressional Research Service - Hiring Section Research Manager for Agriculture & Food Supply in Washington, D.C.!

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) works exclusively for the United States Congress, providing policy and legal analysis to committees and Members of both the House and Senate, regardless of party affiliation. As a legislative branch agency within the Library of Congress, CRS has been a valued and respected resource on Capitol Hill for more than a century.

The Section Research Manager leads analysts within, and advises the Assistant Director and Deputy Assistant Director regarding activities of, the Agriculture and Food Supply Section. The Section Research Manager ensures that section research and analysis is conducted in a fully collaborative manner, reflects the congressional agenda, and is relevant to congressional policy making. The Section Research manager facilitates the planning, organization and coordination of research, including major research projects related to sensitive or complex public policies of national or international significance. Such projects are often multidisciplinary in nature, and may include research performed by outside consultants. The Section Research Manager ensures that section research and analysis undertaken is of the highest quality and meets CRS's standards of objectivity, responsiveness, non-partisanship, balance, timeliness, legislative relevance, authoritativeness, and accessibility. As part of that process, the Section Research Manager reviews research to ensure that it complements other Service research and analyses; is accurate, well-organized, and cogent; meets professional and service standards; adheres to CRS policy guidelines; and is responsive to the legislative needs of Members and committees of Congress.

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State of Michigan - Hiring Staff Attorney for the Environment, Natural Resource, & Agriculture Division in Lansing, Michigan!

The State of Michigan is currently searching for a Staff Attorney for the Environment, Natural Resource, & Agriculture Division! The attorney will, under supervision of the Division Chief, First Assistant, or Section Head, provide legal services to the Departments of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy; Natural Resources; and Agriculture and Rural Development. The attorney’s work will focus principally on matters involving state environment, natural resources and agriculture laws and related federal laws. The incumbent will initially handle assignments that are typically of limited factual and legal complexity with substantial one-on-one supervision, including providing day-to-day legal advice to various state agencies, boards, commissions and officers, and employees, and representation in state and federal administrative proceedings and courts.

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The Farmed Animal Advocacy Clinic at Vermont Law & Graduate School - Now Hiring an Assistant/Associate Professor & Director!

The Farmed Animal Advocacy Clinic (FAAC) empowers students to become effective advocates for animals while also developing skills that can be applied in a variety of arenas throughout their careers and gaining hands-on experience with real-world matters. Students represent clients in litigation as well as legislative, policy, and regulatory matters aimed at improving the treatment and status of farmed animals. With billions of land animals and even more aquatic animals farmed for food annually in the U.S., farmed animals implicate virtually every legal institution – from local prosecutors to various state and federal agencies with overlapping authority and responsibility, and everything in between.

FAAC is currently looking to hire an Assistant/Associate Professor & Director! Click here to apply!

Indiana Soybean Alliance - Hiring Senior Director, Policy & Industry Affairs in Indianapolis, IN!

ISA is an Indianapolis based forward-thinking organization that works to benefit Indiana farmers and stakeholders. Be a part of the team that works within the highest levels of agriculture. Interact with federal and state policy makers, national communication teams, state and national organizations, and global partners in making a difference in the future of the Indiana agriculture community.

They are currently searching for a Senior Director, Policy & Industry Affairs. This position is responsible for assisting with the strategy and implementation of policy and public relations programs for the organizations with a focus on farmer-focused state policy initiatives and working with national organizations on federal policy. This includes implementation of objectives and tactics of the Indiana Soybean Alliance checkoff (ISA) and ISA membership and policy initiatives, the Indiana Corn Marketing Council (ICMC) and the Indiana Corn Growers Association (ICGA). ICMC and ICGA are managed under shared services agreements with ISA.

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Barry Callebaut Group - Hiring Legal Counsel in Chicago

Barry Callebaut leads the chocolate and cocoa industry, driven by innovation and excellence across more than 60 production facilities and 25 CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ centers worldwide. Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

Barry Callebaut is currently searching for Legal Counsel in their Chicago, Illinois office. The Legal Counsel, will manage a broad range of corporate, commercial, litigation, legal operations and compliance matters as part of a dynamic and diverse global legal team.

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Ruiz Foods - Now Hiring Corporate Counsel, Food Safety, Regulatory & Contracts in Frisco, TX!

Ruiz Foods has been family owned since 1964, is one of the largest Hispanic-owned companies in the country and is the proud maker of two #1 brands: El Monterey frozen Mexican food and Tornados roller grill taquitos in grocery stores and convenience stores across the US and Canada.

Are you looking for career development opportunities in an exciting company that cares about its team members and consumers alike? Join their team and help them continue their industry-leading track record of growth, quality, and delicious food! 

The Corporate Counsel, Food Safety, Regulatory & Contracts will practice across a wide range of disciplines, including contracting, advertising, product liability, food manufacturing, and regulation. This role provides day-to-day legal services for quality, sales, and marketing teams, and supports the food safety and environmental regulatory needs of the business.

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The Bumblebee Seafood Company - Hiring Corporate General Counsel in San Diego, California

The Bumblebee Seafood Company is currently searching for a Corporate Counsel & Compliance attorney! As Corporate Counsel & Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the company adheres to applicable laws and regulations while working as a strategic partner to support business goals. You will work closely with the General Counsel to manage compliance initiatives, review, draft, and negotiate contracts, and assist on a variety of legal issues impacting the company’s operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a legal professional to apply their expertise in compliance and contracts within a fast-paced environment. 

If you are looking for a challenging role that intersects legal, business, and compliance functions, please apply here!