Attorney Advisor, USDA, Washington D.C.

 USDA is looking for an attorney to provide legal advice, research, analysis and interpretation of federal, state and local laws, as well as litigation, oral and written opinions, memoranda, pleadings, briefs and legal support of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, the Food Safety and Inspection Service, and the Agricultural Marketing Service, and other legal services as assigned. See here for more information: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/666219500. Deadline to apply is August 17, 2022. 

Attorney Advisor, USDA, Mountain Region

 USDA is seeking an attorney advisor to provide legal advice and counsel to agencies of the USDA, to include the Forest Service, Farm Service Agency, NRCS, and Rural Development in the Mountain Region (AZ, CO, ID, KS, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, SD, UT, WY). See here for more information: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/663649300. Deadline to apply is August 2nd. 

Attorney Advisor, USDA, Washington D.C.

USDA is seeking an attorney advisor and senior counsel attorney advisor to provide legal advice and counsel to agencies of the USDA. Deadline to apply is August 7th. See here for more information: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/665651800 and https://www.usajobs.gov/job/665652800. 

Fulbright Scholar Opportunities

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers over 800 awards in more than 135 countries for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research and carry out professional projects around the world.  College and university faculty, as well as artists and professionals from a wide range of fields can join over 400,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections, and greater mutual understanding.

We are now accepting applications for 2023-24. The application deadline is September 15, 2022, 11:59 pm PST.  Visit the Fulbright Program Scholars webpage for additional information.

Deputy Division Director and Attorney, Iowa Dept. of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

This position serves as Deputy Division Director and Attorney for the regulatory divisions of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. The position drafts policy and serves as an advisor to the Secretary of Agriculture, Deputy Secretary, and Division Director regarding regulations, including federal and state standards, and renewable fuels. For more information click here. 

Policy Director, Organic Farmers Association

Organic Farmers Association is seeking a Policy Director to lead our farmer-driven policy program, including conducting in-depth analysis of federal policy and programs and developing and coordinating legislative and regulatory campaigns to ensure the programs effectively support the needs of organic farmers. This position offers a great opportunity for the right candidate to interact with deeply committed, expert organic farmers across the United States and make sure their policy priorities are communicated to federal agency staff, political officials, non-profit partners and other diverse stakeholders.

This is a part-time, independent contractor position. OFA’s administrative office is in Spirit Lake, Iowa, but this position is fully remote. DC-based candidates are strongly encouraged, but not required. The Policy Director collaborates closely with the Executive Director.

For more information click here.

Attorney Advisor (General), Department of Agriculture

 The incumbent serves as an attorney providing legal advice, research, analysis and interpretation of federal, state and local laws, as well as oral and written opinions, memoranda, pleadings, briefs and legal support of all USDA programs and litigation, and performs other legal services as assigned.

For more information click here.

Manager, Climate Resilient Food Systems, Environmental Defense Fund

Under the leadership of the Senior Director, Climate Resilient Food Systems, the Manager will use experience and knowledge to independently conduct research and policy analyses, develop partnerships, and engage with community members, NGOs, government agencies, multi-lateral development agencies, and other food system actors. This role can be performed either 100% remotely or on a hybrid arrangement out of any EDF office within the United States or European Union. For more information click here.