Outreach Coordinator, Partnership for Agricultural Resource Management

~ We're an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed in 1998 to foster recognition and rewards in the marketplace for goods and service providers who practice Integrated Pest Management, or IPM. ~

IPM is an approach to managing pests that protects health and the environment, and improves economic returns. IPM practitioners in agriculture and communities learn pest biology and use that knowledge to reduce pest control costs and hazards.

IPM relies on inspection and monitoring - to detect and correct conditions that can lead to pest problems. They act against pests only when necessary, and use the least-hazardous methods when action is needed.

The Institute's mission is to accelerate adoption of IPM in agriculture and communities by using the power of the marketplace: Consumers want to support suppliers of goods and services who work to preserve the environment and reduce health hazards. 

Position Overview  

New outreach coordinator position available with an independent non-profit organization working to improve agriculture and communities through Integrated Pest Management (IPM), nutrient management and other best practices.

Primary responsibilities include leading outreach and co-coordinating the Partnership for Ag Resource Management project to improve water quality and soil health in the Great Lakes Basin. The outreach coordinator will work to build and maintain strong relationships with both public and private partners, including ag retailers. The ideal candidate will be persistent and outgoing and have experience in agriculture and/or environmental stewardship. 

This position offers a flexible schedule in a casual office, 30 to 40 hours per week.  

Responsibilities 

Primary duties: 

• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with ag retailers, growers, and other public and private stakeholders.
• Represent the program to agencies, organizations and the general public. 
• Co-coordinate development and implementation of program including establishing and meeting objectives, timelines and budgets; partner support, and reporting to funders and collaborators.
• Participate in strategic planning.
• Maintain a working knowledge of challenges, opportunities and trends in agricultural stewardship and the ag retail industry.
• Report to director. 

Qualifications  

Experience and qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree or above in agricultural science, environmental studies or a related field with nonprofit experience. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, networking, outreach and decision-making skills. Experience managing successful outreach/marketing/sales efforts a plus.
• Highly motivated and self-directed. 
• Demonstrated commitment to environmental stewardship and ag resource management.
• Ability to work creatively and adaptively to achieve end goals. 

Compensation: $16-$19/hr commensurate with experience. Benefits available include health insurance, dental, SIMPLE IRA plan and paid time off. Office is located in downtown Madison, on bus routes. 

To Apply 

• Please use the email address below to send your resume, salary history, list of three professional references, and cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position to Jill Carlson.
• We will not contact references without prior approval.
• All applications will be held in confidence.
• The position will remain open until filled.