Select Milk Producers — Legal Counsel (Dallas, TX)

Select Milk Producers is seeking a Legal Counsel to support a wide range of legal matters across commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, and corporate operations within a multi-site dairy and manufacturing environment. This role works closely with the General Counsel and business leaders to provide practical legal guidance that supports operations while managing risk.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, supporting contract lifecycle management, advising on corporate governance and subsidiary structure, and providing day-to-day legal support across operations, supply chain, quality, and finance teams. The role also involves supporting compliance with food safety, labeling, transportation, and other regulatory requirements, monitoring legal developments, coordinating with outside counsel, and assisting with dispute resolution and risk management.

Candidates should have a J.D. and 4–8 years of legal experience, with strong experience in commercial contracting. Active bar admission is required, with Texas preferred. The ideal candidate brings strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills, along with a practical, business-focused approach. Experience in food, agriculture, manufacturing, or other regulated industries is preferred.

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Caterpillar Inc. — Government Affairs Manager (Austin, TX)

Caterpillar is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to represent the company’s interests before state policymakers and regulators, with a focus on Texas and a broader regional portfolio. This role plays a key part in shaping public policy, advancing legislative priorities, and advising senior leadership on regulatory and political developments that impact the company’s operations.

Responsibilities include building relationships with state officials, advocating on behalf of business units, monitoring legislative and regulatory activity, and identifying emerging policy risks and opportunities. The role also involves advising senior management, coordinating with internal stakeholders, engaging in coalitions and industry groups, and supporting political and public affairs strategy. The position requires direct interaction with high-level policymakers and responsibility for influencing legislative outcomes.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or J.D. and significant experience in government affairs, with strong knowledge of state legislative and regulatory processes, particularly in Texas. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and policy analysis skills are required, along with the ability to manage complex issues and represent corporate interests effectively.

Salary range: $159,120 to $238,680.

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Detroit Food Policy Council — Executive Director (Detroit, MI)

The Detroit Food Policy Council is seeking an Executive Director to lead efforts advancing a more equitable, sustainable, and community-driven food system across Detroit. This role operates at the intersection of community engagement, government relations, and systems change, guiding policy strategy, partnerships, and organizational leadership.

Responsibilities include leading strategic planning, supporting board governance, advancing local, state, and federal food policy advocacy, and coordinating stakeholders across government, nonprofit, and private sectors. The role also involves overseeing research and data initiatives, supporting urban agriculture and local food economy efforts, managing fundraising and grant compliance, and serving as the organization’s primary public spokesperson.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of leadership experience in nonprofit management, public policy, community development, or a related field. Experience working with government entities, coalitions, and fundraising is required. Strong knowledge of food systems, public health, urban agriculture, or food equity issues is preferred, along with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Salary range: $85,000 to $95,000.

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Project Bread — Chief Policy Officer (East Boston, MA)

Project Bread is seeking a Chief Policy Officer to lead the organization’s policy and advocacy strategy focused on ending hunger in Massachusetts. Reporting to the President/CEO and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, this role oversees policy campaigns, government affairs, coalition strategy, and team leadership at a critical moment of organizational growth.

Responsibilities include developing and executing policy strategy, leading advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels, managing the Make Hunger History coalition, and integrating research, grassroots organizing, and community input into policy priorities. The role also involves supervising senior policy staff, managing departmental budgets, engaging the Board of Directors, supporting donor relations, and serving as a public spokesperson with policymakers, partners, and media.

Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 or more years in senior policy leadership within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization. Strong experience leading policy campaigns, managing teams, and navigating the Massachusetts policy landscape is required. Experience working on hunger, food insecurity, or related public policy issues is strongly preferred.

Salary range: $170,000 to $190,000.

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Tyson Foods — Manager Labeling & Regulatory Compliance (Springdale, AR)

Tyson Foods is seeking a Manager Labeling & Regulatory Compliance to lead a team of analysts supporting regulatory affairs and product data management across the enterprise. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with USDA and FDA requirements while supporting product innovation, packaging development, and speed to market across a large and complex product portfolio.

Responsibilities include leading regulatory and data analysts, providing guidance on current and emerging regulatory requirements, supporting packaging claims and label compliance, and partnering with marketing, R&D, FSQA, operations, and innovation teams. The role also involves overseeing product data systems, protecting proprietary information, resolving critical compliance issues, and supporting new packaging platforms and product launches across numerous facilities and product codes.

Candidates should have experience with USDA and FDA regulations, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional projects and teams. A bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field is preferred, along with relevant industry experience in food manufacturing, regulatory compliance, or data systems.

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Ocean Spray — Attorney (Lakeville, MA)

Ocean Spray is seeking an Attorney to provide legal counsel across a wide range of matters for its farmer-owned cooperative and global consumer packaged goods business. This hybrid role supports business operations through strategic legal advice involving contracts, litigation, compliance, intellectual property, and risk management.

Responsibilities include reviewing and negotiating contracts, advising cross-functional teams on business initiatives, supporting litigation involving product claims, class actions, employment matters, and commercial disputes, and counseling teams across food safety, R&D, supply chain, procurement, technology, and grower relations. The role also involves assisting with patent development, prosecution, and broader intellectual property strategy.

Candidates should hold a J.D. and have at least 3 years of legal experience. Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills are required, along with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced business environment. Experience supporting consumer products, food companies, or agricultural organizations is preferred.

Salary range: $116,300 to $159,940.

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Amazon — Associate Corporate Counsel, Food Safety Compliance (Arlington, VA / Seattle, WA)

Amazon is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel, Food Safety Compliance to support its Food Safety Operations team in North America. This role sits at the intersection of law, technology, and operations, advising Amazon’s emerging and existing food businesses on regulatory compliance while helping raise food safety standards for customers.

Responsibilities include counseling on laws governing food production, transportation, distribution, labeling, recalls, allergens, permitting, and foodborne illness response. The role also involves advising on private label products, online grocery, and health and wellness categories, supporting development of food safety technology tools, and helping design scalable traceability systems from farm to fork. The position includes engagement with regulators such as FDA, USDA, Health Canada, and state or local health departments.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of legal experience, a J.D., and active bar membership. Strong project management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently in fast-moving environments are required. Experience in a law firm, in-house, or government setting is preferred, along with interest in regulatory compliance and technology-driven solutions.

Salary range: $131,500 to $178,000.

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Research Assistant Professor - University of Arkansas School of Law

The University of Arkansas School of Law announces a non-tenure-track contract faculty position to support and enhance the law school’s LL.M. Program in Agricultural and Food Law as an Assistant Director and Research Assistant Professor.

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The AD will be expected to assist the Director of the LL.M. Program with all aspects of program needs, including recruiting, admissions, mentoring, career planning, and alumni relations. The AD will also teach agricultural and food law classes, advise the Journal of Food Law & Policy, and pursue agricultural and food law related grant opportunities. The AD will administer funded projects in compliance with professional and ethical standards while providing guidance to students who assist with the projects. The AD will work with the Program Director, the Program Manager, the LL.M faculty and the Graduate Legal Studies Committee to help chart the future direction of the LL.M. Program and related agricultural and food law work at the Law School.

The position will be 30% program administration, 30% teaching, 30% research (including grant seeking and management), and 10% service. The AD will report directly to the Director of the LL.M. Program.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Farm Aid — Project Administrator, Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network

Farm Aid is seeking a Project Administrator to support the Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network, a national initiative focused on providing technical assistance to financially distressed farmers and ranchers. This role serves as the financial and compliance backbone of a federally funded program, ensuring strong administrative systems and effective project execution.

Responsibilities include managing project budgets and financial reporting, overseeing contract administration, coordinating participant reimbursements, and supporting compliance with federal grant requirements. The role also involves assisting with evaluation efforts, supporting event logistics, and maintaining coordination across project partners and internal teams. The position requires managing documentation, tracking deliverables, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of a complex, multi-partner initiative.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in federal grants administration, including financial reporting and compliance. Strong budget management, organizational, and communication skills are required, along with experience working across teams and managing complex projects. Familiarity with USDA or related systems is preferred.

Salary range: $74,000 to $80,000.

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Hain Celestial — Sr. Associate, Regulatory Affairs

Hain Celestial is seeking a Senior Associate, Regulatory Affairs to support compliance across its food and dietary supplement product portfolio. This role focuses on ensuring that products, labels, and marketing claims meet regulatory requirements across domestic and international markets while supporting product development and commercialization.

Responsibilities include reviewing and approving labels, packaging, and marketing materials for compliance with FDA, USDA, FTC, and international regulations, managing regulatory submissions and certifications, and supporting audits and inspections. The role also involves partnering with R&D, Quality, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams, monitoring regulatory developments, maintaining compliance systems, and advising on ingredient and product approvals.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field and 3–5 years of regulatory affairs experience in food, beverage, or dietary supplements. Strong knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks and food labeling requirements is required, along with the ability to interpret regulations and translate them into practical guidance. Experience with international regulations and certifications is preferred.

Salary range: $70,000 to $92,500.

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American Farmland Trust — California Regional Director

American Farmland Trust is seeking a California Regional Director to lead strategy and program development across the state. This role focuses on expanding AFT’s impact through partnerships, fundraising, and program leadership, advancing efforts to protect farmland, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and support farm viability.

Responsibilities include building and managing partnerships with farmers, agencies, conservation organizations, and funders, leading program development and implementation, and supporting policy initiatives in coordination with national teams. The role also involves overseeing staff, managing budgets and workplans, driving fundraising efforts, and serving as a public-facing spokesperson to advance AFT’s mission.

Candidates should have at least 10 years of leadership experience in agriculture, conservation, public policy, or related fields. Strong experience in fundraising, partnership development, and team management is required, along with knowledge of California agriculture and conservation systems. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and able to lead in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Salary range: $125,000 to $130,000.

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Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids — Legal Director, Food & Nutrition Policy (Washington, DC)

The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is seeking a Legal Director to lead its Food and Nutrition Policy Program within the Global Health Advocacy Incubator. This role oversees legal strategy, policy analysis, and strategic litigation efforts that support global advocacy campaigns aimed at improving food systems and public health outcomes.

Responsibilities include leading a team of public health lawyers, providing strategic guidance on legislative and regulatory analysis, and supporting the development and implementation of policy advocacy campaigns. The role also involves overseeing strategic litigation efforts, advising on legal frameworks across jurisdictions, coordinating with global partners, and contributing to program leadership and growth. The Legal Director will play a central role in integrating legal strategy into broader public health initiatives.

Candidates should have a J.D. or LL.M. and at least 10 years of experience in legal, legislative, or litigation work related to public health or development issues, along with leadership experience managing legal teams. International experience is required, and experience in food and nutrition policy, consumer protection, or corporate accountability is preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are essential.

Salary Range:$120,000.00 To $150,000.00

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Wild Farm Alliance — Co-Director (Remote – California)

Wild Farm Alliance is seeking a Co-Director to join the organization during a leadership transition and help guide its next phase of growth. This role operates within a shared leadership model, partnering with an existing Co-Director to oversee strategy, programs, fundraising, and organizational operations while advancing the organization’s mission to integrate agriculture with biodiversity and ecological health.

Responsibilities include co-leading strategic planning, managing programs and partnerships, overseeing fundraising and communications, and ensuring strong organizational and financial management. The role also involves working closely with farmers, conservation partners, and agencies, while supporting staff development and maintaining alignment with the organization’s mission and values. The Co-Director will help expand WFA’s impact across initiatives focused on habitat restoration, biodiversity, and resilient agricultural systems.

Candidates should have at least 8 years of leadership experience in a mission-driven organization, with a background in agriculture, conservation, or related fields preferred. Strong experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership is required, along with the ability to manage teams and build partnerships across sectors. Familiarity with California’s agricultural and conservation landscape is preferred.

Salary range: $85,000 to $100,000.

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NYC Mayor’s Office of Food Policy — Food Procurement Strategy Advisor (New York, NY)

The NYC Mayor’s Office of Food Policy is seeking a Food Procurement Strategy Advisor to lead and support strategic food purchasing initiatives across city agencies. This role focuses on aligning procurement practices with public health, sustainability, and equity goals, while supporting large-scale food programs that serve millions of meals annually.

Responsibilities include managing end-to-end procurement processes, coordinating across agencies, ensuring compliance with city and state procurement rules, and evaluating vendor performance. The role also involves developing sourcing strategies, supporting vendor engagement and education, managing food traceability data, and producing reports to assess procurement outcomes. The Advisor will collaborate with multiple city agencies and external partners to strengthen supply chains and advance policy-driven purchasing initiatives.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or contract management, with experience in food systems or related industries preferred. Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, project management, and stakeholder coordination is required, along with the ability to analyze data and support policy-driven decision-making.

Salary range: $100,000 to $110,000.

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Carbon180 — Government Affairs Advisor (Washington, DC)

Carbon180 is seeking a Government Affairs Advisor to support its mission to scale carbon removal solutions through federal policy and advocacy. This role works closely with the Government Affairs team to advance congressional and administrative strategies, with a focus on climate, agriculture, and forestry policy.

Responsibilities include tracking legislation, hearings, and policy developments, building relationships with congressional offices and partner organizations, and supporting strategic planning across teams. The role also involves managing databases and tracking engagement, coordinating meetings and events, and representing the organization in policy discussions and external engagements.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in government, nonprofit, or public policy roles, with knowledge of legislative processes and issue advocacy related to climate, energy, or environmental policy. Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Salary range: $121,959 to $130,993.

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American Farmland Trust — Illinois Farmland Protection Specialist (Remote)

American Farmland Trust is seeking an Illinois Farmland Protection Specialist to support agricultural land conservation efforts across the state, with a focus on the Chicago metro region. This role works closely with the Natural Resources Conservation Service to advance farmland protection through conservation easement programs and support long-term agricultural viability.

Responsibilities include supporting the implementation of NRCS easement programs, particularly the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, providing outreach and technical assistance to land trusts and public programs, and helping coordinate and track land protection projects. The role also involves working with partners to build capacity, ensuring projects stay on schedule, and supporting conservation practices on protected land.

Candidates should have experience in agriculture, land conservation, natural resources, or a related field, with strong communication and project management skills. Familiarity with conservation easements and the Illinois land trust landscape is preferred. The role requires the ability to work with diverse stakeholders and manage projects across teams in a remote environment.

Salary range: $65,000 to $70,000.

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