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The Idaho State Department of Agriculture has an opening for an Agriculture Investigator, Sr. with the Organics Program in the Agriculture Inspections Division

Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through education and regulation. From produce to animals to accurate measuring devices, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture plays a vital role in the many varied segments of Idaho's rich agricultural industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct investigations of organic food producers, processors and handlers for compliance with National Organic Standards.
• Evaluate organic crop, livestock, handling and processing system plans and write reports that describe compliance with organic standards.
• Evaluate materials and labels to determine compliance with organic standards.
• Identify non-compliance of organic standards and document through reports, samples, photos, and audits of records.
• Participate in the development of program documents and procedures.
• Assist the organics program in generating a broad understanding of the processing methodologies employed by industry to manufacture organic ingredients and multiple component foods, as well as, horticulture practices unused to produce relevant crops.
• Travel between various work sites is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience preparing narrative reports.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Specialty Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of the rules and laws governing organic standards.
• Completion of college level coursework equivalent to fifteen (15) credit hours in plant science, botany, horticulture, entomology, plant pathology, animal nutrition, soil science, soil fertility, or plant biochemistry OR at least one (1) year of work experience performing agriculture related investigations or one (1) year of work experience performing inspection and investigative duties in a public/private sector with similar responsibilities which required investigation, interviewing and reporting of alleged violations and keeping/maintaining records, etc. AND experience of production practices related to nursery and organic products.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience conducting organic inspection or equivalent inspection work.
• Technical expertise in food and crop systems and analysis of critical control points.
• Certificate of completion with the Independent Organic Inspectors Association recognizing crop, livestock, handling and processing training.

How to Apply:

Go to the Division of Human Resources website at http://dhr.idaho.gov and Click on Job Seekers, Current Openings, and by Titles Alphabetically. Open the Agriculture Investigator, Sr. posting and then Click on any Apply Online button and follow the instructions provided to complete the Application Checklist for this position

Posted 4/15/10

OMRI Announces Two Open Positions on Management Team

Executive Director
OMRI is looking for a proven, dynamic and entrepreneurial leader with a successful track record to help them grow quickly, yet intelligently, and meet the increasing demand.  The successful candidate will have experience with regulatory bodies, exceptional communication skills with coworkers as well as the public and  proven success developing highly functioning systems and procedures.

For complete information on how to submit an application, go to www.omri.org/job/executive-director.

To apply for the Executive Director position, you will need to submit those application materials to: bh@tacs.org with "OMRI" in the subject line by Monday, May 10th at 5:00 pm.  Or mail to: TACS, 1001 SE Water St, Suite 490, Portland, OR 97214 Attn: Bob Hazen, OMRI.  For a list of application requirements, please see the job announcement on the OMRI website.

Review Program Manager
OMRI is looking for an organized, focused and technically capable manager for their busy and dynamic input product review program.  This opening presents a tremendous opportunity to contribute to and participate in the growth of the organic industry.  The Review Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the program's daily operations, implementing OMRI policies and review criteria, and supervision of program staff.  Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to fully understand applicable regulations and identify and respond appropriately to regulatory changes. 

For complete information on how to submit an application, go to our website at www.omri.org/jobs/review-program-manager.

To apply for the Review Program Manager position, you will need to submit those application materials to: job@omri.org with "Review Program Manager Position" in the subject title by Monday, May 3rd at 5:00 pm.  Or mail to: OMRI, PO Box 11558, Eugene, OR 97440-3758 Attn: Review Program Manager Position.  For a list of application requirements, please see the job announcement on the OMRI website.

Posted 4/7/10

Scientific Certification Systems - Organic Auditor

Summary:
The SCS Organic Program is based on the National Organic Program (NOP) 7 CFR 205. The audits must be conducted in accordance to NOP requirements and SCS’s internal standards. The auditor will be involved in all aspects of the processing and administration of applications for certification.

SCS is a reputable third-party certification and assessment body headquartered in Emeryville, California, USA. SCS is committed to providing third-party environmental, sustainability and food quality certification, auditing, testing and standards development. SCS’ programs and services recognize the outstanding achievements of companies, institutions and organizations which are meeting the highest levels of performance in environmental protection, social responsibility, product safety and quality and stimulate continuous improvement on the path toward sustainability. In this undertaking, we employ a life-cycle framework, state-of-the-art science, proven analytical methods and performance metrics and professional expertise. To find out more about SCS, please visit us at www.scscertified.com.

• Review of application forms and support documents
• Identification of non-compliances
• Scheduling of evaluation visits
• Preparation of application and review of reports prior to inspection
• Perform inspections
• Provide detailed, comprehensive audit reports
• Ongoing compliance monitoring
• Assist in policy and procedure development
• Undertake general developmental tasks
• Monitor compliance with accreditation requirements
• Stay current with updates in technology and industry regulations
• Maintain a positive working relationship with clients

• Have a degree in Agriculture or Food Science or relevant work experience
• Have prior work experience in agricultural, food science related industries, preferably in a quality assurance related position
• Have specific experience in the organic sector and familiarity social initiatives, and experience related to conformity assessment
• Ideally, have a track record of working internationally
• Be able to work under minimal supervision as well as part of a team
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail
• Be fluent in both English and Spanish (high-level of Spanish proficiency will be consider acceptable)
• Be willing and able to travel extensively, approximately 50 – 75% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Compensation DOE. SCS offers a competitive benefits package including vacation, health, dental, profit sharing, performance bonuses, and 401(k).

Posted 4/6/2010

CCOF is seeking a person to fill the position of Certification Supervisor

Full info, click here.

Posted 1/18/2010

IOAS is seeking a bilingual Client Manager/Auditor to join its team

The International Organic Accreditation Service (IOAS) is a non-profit organisation based in North Dakota, USA with offices in Bulgaria , Spain and the United Kingdom.

Full job description here

Deadline to apply: January 22, 2010.

posted 12/28/09

OTA posts two job openings
OTA is accepting applications for two job openings—one in its new Washington, D.C, office and the other in its Greenfield, MA, headquarters. The first position is for a Legislative and Advocacy Manager in Washington, D.C. The second is for a New Media and Consumer Outreach Manager in Greenfield. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

posted 12/28/09