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Who We AreAmerican Farmland Trust is the only national organization that takes a holistic approach to agriculture, focusing on the land itself, the agricultural practices used on that land, and the farmers and ranchers who do the work. Since our founding in 1980, AFT has helped permanently protect over 6.5 million acres of agricultural lands, advanced environmentally-sound farming practices on millions of additional acres and helped thousands of farm families make a go of it (primarily through programs that increase farm viability and/or enhance farmland access). Long a pioneering leader, AFT is now riding a new wave of growth, driven by agriculture’s most pressing needs and opportunities.We believe diversity drives innovation. We are inclusive. We embrace differences. We recognize and respect the fundamental value and dignity of all our employees. We celebrate the unique traditions, heritages, and experiences our employees bring to the workplace. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity, and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. The Southeast Grazing Mentor Manager will engage with and support the climate-smart beef mentor program outreach and training efforts with state mentor coordinators in AL, GA, and MS. The manager will support producer and partner outreach in these states and assist with communications material development. They will also help arrange and develop training and educational opportunities for cattle-mentors and mentees and ensure that state mentor coordinators submit appropriate reporting documents for the mentorship program. The mentor manager will also oversee producer direct payment program and coordinate these efforts with state mentor coordinators and a payment review committee in the Southeast. Will also consult with local/regional market, non-profit, and underserved-serving organizations to leverage resources and expand collaborative project impact.
What You’ll Be Working On
Requirements The Southeast Grazing Mentor Manager must be a highly motivated and entrepreneurial problem solver. They should be personable and eager to work with diverse audiences and other clientele. The ideal candidate will have existing connections within the farming community and will have experience working with livestock or beef and with diverse populations. Excellent communication skills (meeting facilitation, phone, writing, partner relations), record keeping, and task management are essential to the position. The potential candidate must have knowledge skills and abilities in the following areas:
Expectations
Education & Experience At least 6 years of professional experience, working on or with farms related to land stewardship or land management positions or a college degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources or a related field may be substituted for up to 4 years of work experience.
Compensation
The salary ranges from $65,000- $70,000 for full-time employees, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
American Farmland Trust offers a complete benefits package:
Timeline
While applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled, applicants who apply with a resume and cover letter will be reviewed first.
Why you should apply:
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, expression or identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Farmland Trust complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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