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You don't have to be a farmer to be a part of Vermont's local, organic food system! You can make a difference as part of the network of organizations that provide critical services to farmers and consumers. There are currently two positions open in Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF), the organic certification program of NOFA-VT. Since 1985, VOF has provided farmers and processors with a credible verification program for their organic production practices. VOF currently certifies 576 farms and processors to the National Organic Program regulations and assists our producers in marketing their products to consumers. VOF is looking to hire two positions in our organic certification program to start in mid-September. The NOFA office is fun and fast-paced, and we have high expectations of our staff. Applicants should have a sense of humor, ability to multitask, and be willing to work independently and as a team. Applicants should have good time-management skills and enjoy interacting with and assisting our farmers and processors. For more information about our organization, please visit here. ---------------- Certification Staff Assistant Position Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF) is looking to hire a certification staff assistant to join our certification team. This position will support the certification staff in the annual process of verifying the organic production practices of our clients. Applicants should have strong organizational skills, attention to detail and should work proficiently in Microsoft Office programs Excel, Word and Access. Major duties include phone coverage, filing, and database entry.

• Compensation is $15/hr.
• No benefits package
• Half-time (20 hours a week) position in Richmond office

Please send your cover letter & resume to Enid Wonnacott/Nicole Dehne [email protected] Accepting ONLY electronic applications. Deadline - August 16th at 5 p.m. --------- Certification Staff Specialist Position (Dairy & Livestock) Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF) is looking to hire a certification staff specialist to join our certification team. This position will coordinate the annual process of verifying the organic production practices of our dairy and livestock producers. Applicants should have experience with dairy and livestock production, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and should work proficiently in Microsoft Office Programs Excel, Word and Access. Major duties include reviewing organic system plans and inspection reports, writing compliance letters and assisting farmers with the certification process.

• Compensation based on experience
• Benefits package included
• Full time position in Richmond office

Please send your cover letter & resume to: Enid Wonnacott/Nicole Dehne [email protected] Accepting ONLY electronic applications. Deadline -  August 9th at 5 p.m.