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The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association is a broad-based community that educates about and advocates for organic agriculture, illuminating its interdependence with a healthy environment, local food production, and thriving communities. MOFGA is committed to creating an inclusive and sustainable workplace that reflects this mission. MOFGA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Position: Organic Staff Inspector (two positions available)

Primary Responsibilities: The Staff Inspector performs organic inspections, including applicant, annual and unannounced inspections, pesticide residue sampling, and generates reports and other documents for MOFGA Certification Services (MCS). MCS is a USDA-accredited organic certifier, certifying over 500 crop, livestock, and handling operations in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. This position is critical for conducting a large portion of MCS’ inspections (at least 100 annually) across all MCS programs. 

Hours and Salary: This is a full-time position; normally 40 hours per week; some weekend and evening hours as needed. This position requires travel within MCS’ service territory, overnight travel, off-site visits to clients, as well as office-based work. This position is required to be Maine or New Hampshire-based and the inspector will be able to work remotely from home. The starting salary range for this position is $42,000-46,000 annually, dependent upon experience.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Priority will be given to candidates who apply before April 5, 2024

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Job posted 3/14/24.

Position: Common Ground Country Fair Assistant

Primary Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to the Common Ground Country Fair manager and Fair team, assist with all tasks and functions related to the Common Ground Country Fair as needed, and ensure the Fair office and the Fair runs smoothly.

Hours and Salary: Seasonal/Part-time, typically 16-24 hours per week, May through mid-October, with additional hours during the months of August and September, and the Fair weekend, as required. The target hourly rate is $18/hour, dependent upon experience.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Meg Gammon, Common Ground Country Fair Manager, at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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Job posted 3/13/24.

Position: Community Engagement Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities: To cultivate MOFGA community engagement, with special emphasis on supporting the organization’s membership and volunteer base. To facilitate community participation in MOFGA’s operations, programs and events, including the Common Ground Country Fair.

Hours and Salary: This is a full time year round position, averaging 40 hours of work per week. This position is based at the Unity main campus, with flexibility to work from home occasionally. Travel throughout the state to attend events is required. The salary range for this position is $45,000-50,000 annually, dependent upon experience.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Jennifer Wilhelm, communications and outreach director, [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, starting February 28, until the position is filled.

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Job posted 2/27/24.

There are no open positions at this time. 

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