Website California FarmLink
About the position Responsibilities • Establish a FarmLink presence in Southern California, cultivating relationships with farmers, farmer-serving organizations, and institutions. • Support landholder education and recruitment efforts to expand FarmLink's pool of quality land opportunities shared through the Land Portal. • Pilot a cohort-model land access program that couples group education, field tours, and individual linking support in the San Diego region. • Manage the Land Portal intake and client navigation processes, including technical troubleshooting and assessing technical assistance needs. • Connect clients with internal programs/services and external service providers and partners. • Support the development of new and improved program assets and strategies for increased access and efficacy for clients. • Provide additional support to assist Spanish speaking landseekers, landholders, and farm businesses. • Work with the LAB Team, Lending Department, and other relevant departments to support cross-program initiatives. • Support with maintenance and development of program assets related to ECWL services in English and Spanish. • Represent FarmLink at local, state, and national workshops, events, and conferences. Requirements • Fluently communicate the written and spoken word with tact, simplicity, and accuracy in English and Spanish. • Develop and maintain rapport with members of FarmLink's community while demonstrating respect and confidentiality. • Strong proficiency in Google Suite & Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), and CRM software (i.e., Salesforce). • Highly organized, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities. • Strong multitasking, prioritization, and deadline management skills. • Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to be both empathetic and firm in communications. • Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a team environment, with the ability to work independently. • Ability to travel to and attend occasional in-person classes, conferences, and meetings in Southern California. Nice-to-haves • AA or a Bachelor's degree in business, agriculture, community development, education, environmental studies, agronomy, or other related field. • Experience with agriculture, knowledge of Community Development Financial Institutions or Farm Credit, agricultural business, and the economic and political drivers of the agricultural economy. Benefits • Health insurance after 30-60 days (depending on start date). • Employer contribution to a 403b retirement plan. • Paid vacation. • Family-friendly and flexible work environment.