Farmland Preservation Program Specialist, New Jersey Farmland Preservation Program/State Agriculture Development Committee
About The Position
Under the close supervision of a supervisory official within the State Agricultural Development Committee, the selected candidate will receive comprehensive training to become an integral part of our dynamic and seasoned farmland preservation team. This role involves providing essential program support for the New Jersey Farmland Preservation Program, learning to manage application processes, and assisting in the planning, operation, implementation and evaluation of preservation priorities. Core responsibilities include performing research; interpreting complex legal and real estate documents and data; identifying program needs; reviewing and preparing grant applications; assisting in the preparation of educational and procedural materials related to program functions, statutes, policies, and regulations; and coordinating with local county agricultural development boards, Municipal Agriculture Advisory Committees and nonprofit entities. This position requires meticulous organization, the ability to prioritize work effectively and the capacity to perform essential outdoor fieldwork assessing farmland and consulting with owners/operators to provide meaningful guidance tailored to their business needs.
Responsibilities
- Performing research
- Interpreting complex legal and real estate documents and data
- Identifying program needs
- Reviewing and preparing grant applications
- Assisting in the preparation of educational and procedural materials related to program functions, statutes, policies, and regulations
- Coordinating with local county agricultural development boards, Municipal Agriculture Advisory Committees and nonprofit entities
- Performing essential outdoor fieldwork assessing farmland and consulting with owners/operators to provide meaningful guidance tailored to their business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
