[Pollinator] Job Opportunity: Bee Friendly Farming Coordinator

Kelly Rourke kr at pollinator.org
Mon Apr 27 17:16:59 PDT 2020 

 <https://www.pollinator.org/careers>

*Bee Friendly Farming Coordinator*
Full-Time Position
https://www.pollinator.org/careers

*Pollinator Partnership (P2)* is looking for an experienced and passionate
professional who possesses the skills to expand and enhance the Bee
Friendly Farming Program (BFF) in the State of California and beyond. This
candidate should be a detailed and team-oriented professional, have a
strong work ethic, and be committed to the mission and values of P2. The
successful candidate should be interested in sustainable agriculture and
pollinator conservation.

*About Pollinator Partnership:*

Pollinator Partnership is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to
protect and restore populations of pollinator species. As world’s largest
organization devoted exclusively to the preservation of the birds, bees,
butterflies, beetles, and bats, P2 plays a key role in preserving
terrestrial ecosystems, promoting agricultural productivity, and enhancing
local communities through pollinator-centered work. P2 has been actively
supporting the conservation and protection of pollinators throughout North
America since 1996. A multifaceted approach using original science; habitat
preservation and creation; policy outreach; and public education has helped
us achieve our goals in pollinator conservation. For more information,
visit www.pollinator.org.



*About Bee Friendly Farming*

Bee Friendly Farming (BFF) is a program that provides guidelines for
farmers and growers interested in promoting pollinator health on their
lands. BFF is about making positive, incremental changes on farms to
support healthy pollinators and pollinator habitat. Becoming BFF certified
is affordable and simple, and the seven easy steps in becoming a certified
farm include offering nutrition and habitat for bees, implementing
integrated pest management strategies, and paying a $45 annual fee. Each of
the 800 currently enrolled farms are an essential part of keeping our
pollinators healthy and their food supply abundant. BFF also incorporates
science-based, sustainable guidelines that make farms and their associated
product stand out to consumers. Learn more at https://www.pollinator.org/bff.




*Principal Responsibilities:*


   - Provide technical assistance to farmers through the creation and
   execution of habitat implementation plans for pollinator habitat on
   agricultural lands, working directly with landowners and on location (local
   travel frequent/out of state travel sometimes necessary)
   - Act as program lead and coordinator for P2’s Bee Friendly Farming
   Program
   - Work with the BFF task force group on program activities and
   facilitate monthly meetings
   - Coordinate and work directly with program key staff, conservation
   stakeholders, and sponsors
   - Ground truth and streamline BFF registration, certification, and
   renewal protocols, providing direct support to new and existing program
   participants
   - Represent P2/BFF at conferences, workshops, and meetings, giving
   presentations about the program with the goal of increasing landowner
   engagement
   - Work with Communications Coordinator on member outreach and program
   promotion
   - Grant writing/development opportunity: research, write, and report for
   BFF program grants and activities



*Required Skills:*


   - Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Horticulture, Agroecology,
   Natural Resource Management or equivalent professional experience
   - Project Management experience (2+ years’ experience preferred)
   - Experience working with agricultural producers and a good
   understanding of farm operations
   - Good understanding of habitat restoration including plant ecology,
   site preparations, habitat installation, and maintenance
   - Ability to travel both locally to farm sites (personal car required,
   mileage reimbursed) and out of state for possible large projects and
   meetings. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
   - Ability to manage hired contractors to oversee habitat activities on
   farm locations
   - Strong planning, implementation, and multitasking skills
   - Strong organizational and communication skills, including excellent
   verbal and written communication skills
   - Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel



*Preferred Skills*


   - Pollinator biology, conservation, and research experience (including
   native and managed bees, butterflies including monarchs, and other
   pollinators)
   - On-farm experience and understanding of California specialty crops, in
   particular almond orchards
   - Knowledge of regulatory and conservation incentive programs, such as
   USDA Farm Bill Conservation programs, and state conservation programs
   - Development, fundraising, and grant writing experience
   - Pesticide applicators license
   - Bilingual (Spanish, English)



*Compensation: *$50,000 – $60,000. Compensation will be based on experience
and qualifications. Local and out of state travel and expenses will be
reimbursed. Medical benefits will be provided after 90-day probationary
period.



*Location: *California Central Valley (Sacramento, Modesto, Fresno,
Bakersfield) - remote employee, office not provided.



*To Apply: *Please email cover letter, resume, and contact information for
3 references as one document to kr at pollinator.org by Friday, May 15, 2020.



No phone calls please.
-- 

Kelly Rourke

Director of Programs and Operations

Pollinator Partnership

475 Sansome St., 17th Floor

San Francisco, CA 94111

e:  kr at pollinator.org

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