Vermont: Rural Vermont seeks Organizer

Rural Vermont is a non-profit farm advocacy organization made up of Vermont’s community of family farmers, neighbors and citizens committed to supporting and cultivating a vital and healthy rural economy and community. We believe family farms and the local food that they provide are at the heart of thriving communities and environmental sustainability. Economic justice for family farmers is the foundation of a healthy rural economy. Towards this end we strive for fair prices for farmers and we work to counter corporate consolidation of agriculture and the food supply.

Oregon: Oregon Tilth seeks Organicology Conference Coordinator

Title: Organicology Conference Coordinator
Status: Contract, Candidate must comply with Oregon Independent Contractor Statute ORS 670.600
Salary range: 10K – 12K, Dependent on Experience and Expertise in Coordinating Events
Location: Open/ work from current location

Duration: Starts September 2010 -February 2011

Overview: 

In partnership with the Organically Grown Company, Food Trade Sustainable Leadership Association and Organic Seed Alliance, Oregon Tilth coordinates and holds the Organicology Conference in February of 2011.  For details about the conference visit www.organicology.org.  As partnering organizations, each company carries out different responsibilities and tasks in coordinating this 3 day event.  The Conference Coordinator would be in charge of managing the details of the entire event and holding the big picture while bringing their experience and expertise to the event to continue to improve on past success.

New York: Rural Health Service Corps seeks Food and Health Network Project Coordinator

Food and Health Network Project Coordinator (Whitney Point, NY):  One 907 hour position with the Food and Health Network. Support regional collaboration working to develop local food systems to realize health, environmental, food security and economic benefits.  Projects and initiatives include farm to school, improving access to locally produced food for all, food and farming education, etc.  Strong communication and organizational skills are a must.  This service involves developing written materials, web site support, etc.  Position starts in December 2010.  Living allowance of $6000, Education Award of $2362 and College Loan Forbearance.

California: Marin Primary and Middle School seeks Co-Garden Teacher and Manager

Marin Primary and Middle School is hiring for the position of co-garden teacher and manager. This person is responsible for maintaining the Outdoor Education Center garden and creating/teaching innovative curriculum to Pre-K-8th grade along with a teaching partner. The position is part time, 15 hours a week.

California: Veritable Vegetable seeks Human Resources Manager

Veritable Vegetable is the oldest organic produce distributor in the U.S.  Widely regarded as the leader in our industry, we provide full service distribution of organic fresh fruits and vegetables to retailers, restaurants, schools, corporate campuses and wholesalers.  Veritable Vegetable is a women owned business, founded on principles of cooperation, participatory management, and ethical business practices.   Located in San Francisco, California, we have been creating community alliances and promoting sustainable agriculture since 1974. Please visit our website:  www.veritablevegetable.com

After 36 Years, we are still growing, approaching 108 full time staff and continuing to pioneer sustainable food systems.  We are looking for an energetic, innovative Human Resources Manager to join our executive management team and participate in our unconventional approach to doing business.

The Human Resources Manager will serve as an integral member of Veritable Vegetable’s executive management team.  Responsible for developing, implementing and managing systems to ensure fair, consistent, legal employment practices in hiring, development , retention, health, and safety.

California: California FarmLink seeks Equity Building Programs Manager

California FarmLink seeks an Equity Building Programs Manager to work full-time at the organization?s headquarters in Sebastopol, CA. The primary function of the Equity Building Programs Manager is to maintain and build the capacity of the organization?s Individual Development Account and Farm Opportunity Loan Fund programs.

The Equity Building Programs Manager at California FarmLink (FarmLink) oversees the operation of a growing program that helps beginning and under-served farmers & ranchers by providing funds to start up or expand their agricultural operations. The goal of the program is to help participants increase assets, income, and independence through their successful ownership of independent farm or ranching operations.

DC: National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition seeks Policy Associate

Position Announcement: Policy Associate

Organization: National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (sustainableagriculture.net)

Location: Washington, DC

The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) is an alliance of family farm, food, conservation, and rural organizations that together take common positions on federal agriculture and food policies, and support grassroots efforts to win long-term policy change. NSAC is currently seeking a Policy Associate. This position is located at NSAC’s DC Office on Capitol Hill. NSAC’s Policy Associate helps develop policy and strategy for specific issue areas and advocates before the US Congress and executive branch agencies, particularly the US Department of Agriculture.

Washington State: Solid Ground seeks Community Farm Project Coordinator

JOB TITLE:   Time Limited Seattle Community Farm Project Coordinator          

DEPARTMENT:       Hunger Action Center 

SUPERVISOR:  Lettuce Link Program Manager 

STATUS:      Non-Exempt                                                                               

UNION AFFILIATION: OPEIU (Associated dues will apply)         

FTE:            .50                                                                                                              

SALARY GRADE:        25

All employees working at Solid Ground have the responsibility for developing and safekeeping a workplace that values and supports a culturally diverse work environment. Openness to new ideas and ways, compassion, flexibility, and respect are valued and encouraged attributes for our employees. We believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our mission of creating “a just and caring community, free from poverty, prejudice and neglect.” As our workforce evolves to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, our agency and workplace will be enriched and strengthened.

Pennsylvania: Northampton County Co-Op Extension Office seeks Program Associate

Position Title:             Program Associate, Start Farming (#32425)

Fixed Term, Renewed Annually

County:                      Northampton County (Base), Southeast Region

Also serves all counties in the Southeast Region

Office Location:         Northampton County Cooperative Extension Office

14 Gracedale Avenue

Nazareth, PA 18064

SUMMARY OF JOB:

The goal of this program is to increase the success of beginning farmers and ranchers in the Southeast Region of Pennsylvania. Success will be measured not only by the numbers of new farms and farmers, but also by their ability to be profitable, productive, environmentally sound and engaged in their communities. Beginning farmers and ranchers in the region will be trained in production, marketing, financial management and land acquisition skills necessary for successful farm entry. Seewww.extension.psu.edu/start-farming for details.

NYC: Slow Food USA seeks Communications Intern

Slow Food USA is searching for interns to work as a part of our communications team. This is a great time to join the team as we are heading into a really busy campaign time and there will be loads of great work to do. We are looking for people who are passionate about a just and sustainable food system and building a movement to make tangible change. Apply if you are a news junkie and can feel the pulse of what is happening and what is about to happen in politics and the world of food. Help us write news releases, backgrounders, make calls to journalists and put together PR strategies. Apply if you are into new media and online campaigning and want to help get us from 50,000 Facebook followers to 80,000 by the end of the year and engage our email list with fantastic campaigns. You will help post information to Facebook, Twitter and the Slow Food USA blog; develop, implement and track email campaigns, update the website and write content.

New Hampshire: FarmPlate seeks Interns

HELP LAUNCH FARMPLATE.COM

Paid Interns Wanted Immediately 

FarmPlate is a dynamic start-up company looking for interns to help launch a website dedicated to sustainable eating. Check out www.FarmPlate.com for more information. 

FarmPlate is looking for motivated candidates with excellent communication, organizational and technology skills and an interest in sustainable farming and foods. Must be able to juggle a variety of projects–database management, responding to queries, data analysis and special projects.  

Telecommute: The Farm-to-Consumer Foundation seeks Administrative Assistant

NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.

The Farm-to-Consumer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization created to expand public awareness about sustainably farmed food, increase choices and access to local sources and support small family farms growing and raising these foods. We do this through educational and charitable activities by educating consumers on how to obtain farm food directly from farmers; educating farmers on how to be free from harassment by local, state, and federal government interference with food production and on-farm processing; educating the general public about the importance of sustainable farming, healthy foods, and our rights to farm and obtain such foods; providing support to qualified farmer and consumer group recipients through financial aid.

Our Foundation is growing and we are seeking a part time (10-15 hours per week) Administrative Assistant to assist our president and board members with their administrative needs. This is a HOME BASED position and we will provide you with the tools you need to be successful. Ideally, we are seeking someone who has direct experience or general knowledge of sustainable agriculture and who is as dedicated to our mission as we are.

California: The Abundant Farm Table Project seeks Intern

The Abundant Table Farm Project is a young adult Christian community seeking a contemporary rhythm of life with a land based ministry in Ventura County. The goal of this internship is to connect with young adults who are attuned to the destructive disconnect between land and table in our culture. 

The Abundant Table Farm Project seeks to provide an alternative model of living for young adults interested in vocational discernment around spirituality, community, and stewardship of Creation. ATFP hopes to create a space where young adults can negotiate what it means to live out the gospel message within the local community and the broader church, in our current context of human beings alienated from each other and the earth.

Oregon: Adelante Mujeres seeks Development Director

Adelante Mujeres is a community-based organization whose mission is the holistic education and 

empowerment of low-income Latina women and their families. Adelante Mujeres is committed to 

developing healthy families and communities through education, entrepreneurship, environmental 

stewardship and civic participation. Located in Forest Grove, Oregon and founded in 2002, Adelante 

Mujeres has a reputation for innovative responses to community concerns.   

Adelante Mujeres seeks a committed, energetic individual passionate about working with Spanish- 

speaking immigrant families to create a just world.  

Washington State: The Phinney Neighborhood Association seeks AmeriCorps Sustainability Coordinator

The Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) is seeking a motivated AmeriCorps member for a unique 
sustainability project. This position is a time-limited stipended position, beginning in Sept, 2010 and ending in 
July, 2011. 

The mission of the PNA is to build community by providing and promoting programs, services and activities 
aimed at connecting neighbors and fostering civic involvement in our diverse community. Our work is 
focused in northwest Seattle, primarily in the neighborhoods of Phinney and Greenwood. 

City Fruit is a PNA partner organization whose mission is to help residential tree owners grow healthy fruit, 
harvest and use what they can, and share what they don’t need. City Fruit matches fruit tree owners with 
volunteer harvesters, donating thousands of pounds of fresh, locally grown fruit to hungry people every year. 
In an effort to become sustainable, City Fruit has begun offering fruit tree care and canning classes, 
developing a membership program and planning to sell a small portion of the fruit.

New York: Rural Health Service Corps seeks Several AmeriCorps Representatives

Rural Health Service Corps is recruiting for the following 2010-2011 AmeriCorps positions…

New York: Stone Barns Center seeks Facilities Director

 

Stone Barns Center is a unique nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating, teaching and advancing community-based food production and enjoyment.  Located just north of New York City, the Center’s farm and education center serve as a vibrant public resource—a place to think about food issues, ask questions, and become involved in the production and enjoyment of local, seasonal food. The Center seeks to be a unique, leading educational resource to address a broken food system and the dire consequences it leads to for our health and our environment.   

The Director of Facilities will lead the management and day-to-day operation of the buildings and grounds for a suite of historic barns, working farm and restaurant.  S/he will be part of a 40+ person team and responsible for helping the Center to realize its mission to celebrate, teach and advance community-based food production and enjoyment.

Oregon: Multnomah County seeks Community Food Policy Specialist

Multnomah County is a great place to live and work in part due to the county’s commitment to sustainability. Multnomah County is a national leader on critical issues such as climate change, green buildings, renewable power, sustainable food systems and sustainable government operations. The Multnomah County Office of Sustainability mission is to enhance the livability of our community and to ensure that current and future generations’ needs are met. We are committed to the “triple bottom line” of sustainability –environmental protection, sustainable economic development and social equity.
 We are searching for a Community Food Policy Specialist who shares this same passion for the “triple bottom line” and wants to support major policy and project efforts to ensure that all our residents have access to a healthy, sustainable, local food system. Multnomah County recognizes the critical role of food as a social determinant of health and equity for our residents. The selected Coordinator will be a member of the county’s Office of Sustainability and will report to the Sustainability Director.

California: Marin Organic seeks Office Manager

The Office Manager is responsible for ensuring the Marin Organic office runs smoothly and efficiently. This staff member works with the directors of the organization to support them in their directorial duties, performs operational duties for the Marin Organic School Lunch and Gleaning Program and assists other staff with program support as needed. Our ideal candidate is an affable, flexible and meticulous multi-tasker with an affinity for local food and agriculture.   

NYC: GrowNYC seeks Wholesale Greenmarket Coordinator and Site Manager

GrowNYC currently has two job openings for the Wholesale Greenmarket, New York City’s only dedicated marketplace for farmer-direct sales in wholesale quantities. We hope to hire for these as soon as possible.