Job Opportunities
Welcome to the Land-Based Learning Job Board. Many of the job listings below are postings made on behalf of the hiring entity. Please contact the specified person(s) in the listing to ask questions about a position. Thank you.
• SLEWS Program Coordinator
• Veteran Coordinator
• Capay Mills Production Associate
Job Opportunities at Land-Based Learning
SLEWS Coordinator
Woodland, CA
Job Summary
The Center for Land-Based Learning is seeking a full-time SLEWS Program Coordinator This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer and works closely with other CLBL Program Directors/Managers and the Grants and Contracts Manager.
The SLEWS Program Coordinator will oversee the Sacramento Valley SLEWS Program. This position must be able to collaborate across a diverse set of restoration, landowner (both private and public), and education partners to plan, implement, and lead a robust season of habitat restoration projects for high school youth in the greater Sacramento Region. Projects may be in Yolo, Sacramento, Solano, Colusa, or additional counties depending on the year, and includes writing grant proposals and reports; managing all program funding; program outreach; and volunteer training and recruitment of mentors that serve in key roles to teach the curriculum and help implement creative place-based learning experiences.
The position will be based out of the Center for Land-Based Learning’s office at 40140 Best Ranch Road, Woodland, CA.
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Responsibilities
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
- Working with partners to select, develop and plan restoration projects for SLEWS Program field days
- Recruiting student participants through school presentations, and coordinating student selection with teachers
- Ensuring that School Agreements and student participant paperwork are completed and on file with headquarters
- Coordinating and leading approximately 30 hands-on student field days per year
- Recruiting and training up to 60 partners and volunteers to serve as mentors for student field days
- Assist with the supervision of one high school student intern from Christo Rey High School (1 day per week)
- Handling all logistics for student field days including ordering food, bringing tools, providing educational materials as well as coordinating with partners, teachers and mentors
- Working with the CLBL finance team to create and review the annual SLEWS Program budget
- Working with local media to publicize SLEWS program activities
- Researching funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, tracking deliverables, and submitting grant reports, in collaboration with the Grants and Contracts Manager
- Updating and administering pre- and post-program surveys, compiling results, and sharing data with partners and funders
- Supporting teachers in developing and implementing classroom curricula to complement field day activities
- Speaking on behalf of the SLEWS Program and CLBL at conferences and workshops
- Helping to plan and implement CLBL events and supporting other CLBL programs as needed
- Writing, formatting and uploading SLEWS online blog posts after each field day, and more.
Hours, Benefits, and Compensation
This is a 40 hour/week non-exempt position. Occasional evenings and weekends will be necessary. Range from $24-$27/hour, commensurate with experience. Full benefits after 3 months of employment including vision, dental and health insurance.
To Apply
Review of applications will begin on September 27, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.
Send cover letter and resume in to: Jesus Zavala, Director of Operations, jesus@landbasedlearning.org.
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More information about the Center for Land-Based Learning can be found here: landbasedlearning.org/about.
Veteran Coordinator
Woodland, CA
Job Summary
The Center for Land-Based Learning is seeking a full-time Veteran Coordinator. This position reports to the Apprenticeship Program Manager and is part of the Apprenticeship team. This person will also work closely with the California Farm Academy Program Director and CFA Program Managers.
The Veteran Coordinator will work to recruit, build relationships with, and support veterans as they train in agriculture through our various California Farm Academy programs. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of military culture, experience and understanding of how to help veterans translate their military experience into work skills, and help them achieve their goals in agriculture. Currently, and at times in the future, the Veteran Coordinator will also support outreach for non-veterans. The position will be based out of the Center for Land-Based Learning’s office at 40140 Best Ranch Road, Woodland, CA. This is a hybrid position, and during the Covid-19 pandemic, this position will be able to work remotely some days of the week. Some travel and overnight stays, and weekend work will occasionally be required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach to recruit veterans (and support with non-veterans) into the California Farm Academy programs
- Build relationships with veteran-serving organizations in the state
- Review and process veteran applications
- Lead veteran interviews and selection
- Conduct regularly scheduled check-ins and farm visits with veterans
- Coordinate and perform veteran case management, tracking, paperwork, and evaluation activities
- Collect program feedback from communication with veterans
- Support employers and staff with cultural training relating to veterans
- Connect veterans with community resources and veteran support organizations around the state
- Assist with Land-Based Learning events (fundraisers, donor appreciation events, open houses, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned
Desired Attributes
- The ability to communicate in Spanish
- Personal or in-depth knowledge of the military service member experience
- A background in either formal or informal educational programs
- A background in sustainable agriculture, or other agricultural related experience
- Experience with building a new project from the ground up, or expanding a program
- Comfort with calling, emailing and speaking to a wide range of partners and people
- An ability and willingness to be flexible with tasks assigned
- Moderate to advanced computer skill, especially with Microsoft Office suite, Google G Suite, web browsers, social media, and email
- Willingness to work odd hours and weekends as necessary
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Hours, Benefits, and Compensation
The Veteran Coordinator is a full-time, hourly position. The hourly wage range is $22-24.50 per hour, and include medical and dental benefits; vacation, sick and holidays.
To Apply
Send cover letter and resume in to: Marisa Alcorta, Apprenticeship Program Manager, marisa@landbasedlearning.org. Priority review of applications will begin immediately. The deadline for applications is October 1, 2021.
Position open until filled.
More information about the Center for Land-Based Learning can be found here: landbasedlearning.org/about.
Job Opportunities with other Organizations
Capay Mills Production Associate
Esparto, CA
Job Summary
Interested in building a vibrant, sustainable market for local grains from the ground up? Do you enjoy working on your feet, are mechanically inclined, and have interest or experience in baking or farming?
Capay Mills seeks a production associate responsible for milling, packaging and shipping our unique artisan flours from our growing operation in Esparto, Yolo County.
Production milling duties
- Follow weekly production schedules based on customer orders and sales
- Mill up to 2000lbs. of flour weekly using 2 stone mills
- Fill and seal 2lb. and 5lb. retail, and 25lb. and 50lb. bulk (wholesale) bags
- Replenish grain stores at current mill location (pending relocation)
- Maintain grain inventory records
- Become familiar with different grains and their milling and baking qualities
- Clean and maintain a food-safe working environment (successfully complete an online food handlers certificate course)
Additional duties
- Assist with light construction work at our new production facility prior to move-in
- Assist with grain cultivation and harvest seasonally
- Help run errands, make pickups and deliver orders within 100 miles of Esparto, using own or company vehicle
- Potential opportunities to market our products at regional farmers’ markets
We seek a responsible, detail-oriented associate able to work with minimum supervision and eager to assume responsibility for both flour production and order fulfillment. You should be able to lift 60+ lbs. and be comfortable spending the day on your feet in a noisy and dusty environment.
In return, we guarantee a minimum of 16 paid hours weekly, with additional time (up to 35 hours weekly) paid hourly; the flexibility to set your own schedule; support to attend work-related meetings and events; and an opportunity to grow with the business as we expand into a 3800 sq. ft. production facility close to our current location.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, age, gender identity, or citizenship status. The work requires the ability to lift up to 60 lbs and spending up to 8 hours on your feet.
For more information, email jobs@capaymills.com and tell us a bit about your background, why you’re interested in the job, and what superpowers you might have. Bonus points awarded for experienced farmers, sourdough bread makers, and those interested in promoting local food systems.
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Position open until filled.
More information about Capay Mills can be found here: capaymills.com.
