Farmland Specialist - Geneseo, United States - Genesee Valley Conservancy

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Genesee Valley Conservancy, Inc.

Farmland Specialist

in

Geneseo ,

New York

Farmland SpecialistGenesee Valley Conservancy, Inc.

is seeking an individual to oversee and implement our successful andexpanding agricultural conservation activities as part of our work across the Genesee River watershed.

Must be able to work independently and in collaboration as part of a small staff and able to lead multiple agricultural programs.

DutiesFarmland Protection (50%)Coordinate all aspects of the Conservancy's implementation of the NYS Department ofAgriculture and Market's Farmland Protection Implementation Grant work to protect farmland withconservation easements, including:
Coordinating county held informational workshops and preapplications.
Writing grant applications for land protection projects for county selected projects (creating budget, GIS site planning, farm narratives)Attend relevant town, planning and county meetings

Manage awarded projects to successful completionAttend Conservancy Board & committee meetingsFarmer Outreach (20%)Provide proactive outreach to the agricultural community, landowners and support agencies-Respond to farmer inquiries on services offered-Updating and creating an inventory of priority parcels for protection within the watershed.

• Developing and implement screening processes where Farmland Protection work is occurring.
• Develop, implement and assist with outreach for farmland projects.

Great Lakes Farm Navigator (15%)Represent the Conservancy as a Regional Navigator to implement service delivery within AmericanFarmland Trust's regional umbrella, including

Serve as a connector, not an expert, in assisting farms with farm transition, access to land, andsoil and water conservation practices.

Develop and maintain good communications and relationships with farmers and landowners.
Attend workshops and trainings as requiredCommunity Events (10%)

Support public facing events and represent the Conservancy at eventsAdministrative (5%)This position will assist other areas of the organization, including:
Preparing for and attending Board & committee meetingsFundraising & community events
Office assistancePosition requires independent and collaborative work.
Required QualificationsGood interpersonal & communication skills including public speakingKnowledge of computers
Basic understanding of GISOrganized with attention to detail
Ability to have a flexible schedule and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekendsMust have valid NYS driver's license and reliable transportation to be used during workPreferred QualificationsPrevious handson farming experience or providing technical service to farmers

Experience with Office365 (Outlook/Word/Excel) and collaboration software like Monday.comBachelor's degree or higher in agricultural or conservation related fieldExperience with nonprofits, land conservancies, and Genesee Valley Conservancy, Inc.

Living within the Genesee River watershed

Location:

This position is based out of Geneseo and will require travel throughout the Genesee Valleyregion Remote work option possible for a portion of this position after introductory period.

In office vs onsite work split is +/-70%/30%.


Hours:
Fulltime, 40 hours/week (exempt position)

Starting BenefitsSalary:
$4555k based on related experience and qualificationsPaid vacation (1hr per 26 worked), nine paid holidays$4,600 towards a company health planNYS
Sick Time: 40 hours provided upon hire
3% match to a selfdirected Simple IRAMileage reimbursed at Federal rateTraining opportunities via webinars and inperson State and national conferences

Start Date:
Position is open until filled


Ideal start:
week of July 1Applications received before June 1 are assured full consideration.

Send a cover letter and resume to:

Genesee Valley ConservancyAttn:
HiringPO Box 73Geneseo, NY

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