COMPENSATION: $46,000-$60,000 based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include generous paid
time off, healthcare and dental, and retirement contribution.
DEADLINE: AUG 6, 2021
See full job and application details at https://environment.uw.edu/career-opportunities/farm-certification-specialist/
Background
Salmon-Safe, a leading regional environmental certification nonprofit, seeks a full-time farm certification specialist for ongoing management of Salmon-Safe certification program delivery across the West Coast. Skills relating to ecologically sustainable agricultural, environmental science, and/or market-based conservation are required in this position. This position requires regional travel and can be based in Seattle, Portland or remotely in the interior Columbia Basin.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Farm Certification Program Management (30%)
4. Administer Salmon-Safe’s web-based certification management system, including database updates, report generation, quantification of results, and workflow tracking.
B. Market Connection (30%)
C. Grower Outreach & Recruitment (20%)
1. Conduct targeted direct grower outreach & recruitment across the Pacific Northwest based on sector-based and grant priorities.
D. Fundraising & grant management (20%)
1. Conduct targeted research and fundraising for agricultural program expansion including cultivation of foundation and/or individual donors.
EDUCATION, TRAINING REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
Bachelor’s degree in a field of study related to one or more of the following specialties:
- Agriculture (ecological focus)
- Environmental Science (ecology, biology, environmental management)
- Business (sustainability focus)
Minimum 2 years progressively successful business development or program delivery experience
Proficiency in web-based project management tools
Detailed oriented and strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently in a self-directed, entrepreneurial environment
Enthusiasm for and commitment to Salmon-Safe mission
TO APPLY
Send cover letter with resume as a single PDF (maximum three pages) to jobs@salmonsafe.org with “Farm
Certification Specialist” in the subject line. Please, email inquiries only about this position.
Application due: August 6, 2021