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Farmland Specialist Genesee Valley Conservancy, Inc. is seeking an individual to oversee and implement our successful and expanding 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.

Duties Farmland Protection (50%) Coordinate all aspects of the Conservancy's implementation of the NYS Department of Agriculture and Market's Farmland Protection Implementation Grant work to protect farmland with conservation 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 completion Attend Conservancy Board & committee meetings Farmer 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 American Farmland Trust's regional umbrella, including
Serve as a connector, not an expert, in assisting farms with farm transition, access to land, and soil and water conservation practices.
Develop and maintain good communications and relationships with farmers and landowners.
Attend workshops and trainings as required Community Events (10%) Support public facing events and represent the Conservancy at events Administrative (5%) This position will assist other areas of the organization, including: Preparing for and attending Board & committee meetings Fundraising & community events
Office assistance Position requires independent and collaborative work. Required Qualifications Good interpersonal & communication skills including public speaking Knowledge of computers
Basic understanding of GIS Organized with attention to detail
Ability to have a flexible schedule and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends Must have valid NYS driver's license and reliable transportation to be used during work Preferred Qualifications Previous handson farming experience or providing technical service to farmers
Experience with Office365 (Outlook/Word/Excel) and collaboration software like Monday.com Bachelor's degree or higher in agricultural or conservation related field Experience 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 Valley region 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 Benefits Salary: $45-$55K based on related experience and qualifications Paid vacation (1hr per 26 worked), nine paid holidays $4,600 towards a company health plan NYS Sick Time: 40 hours provided upon hire
3% match to a selfdirected Simple IRA Mileage reimbursed at Federal rate Training opportunities via webinars and inperson State and national conferences

Start Date: Position is open until filled. Ideal start: week of July 1 Applications received before June 1 are assured full consideration. Send a cover letter and resume to: Genesee Valley Conservancy Attn: Hiring PO Box 73 Geneseo, NY 14454 or hiring@geneseevalleyconservancy.org