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Program Associate- Safer Pest Control Project
IR-4
Southern Region Field Coordinator - University of Florida
Program Manager- IPM Structural Pest Management Specialist, Green Shield Certified
Program Associate-
Safer Pest Control Project
Safer Pest Control Project (SPCP), a non-profit organization dedicated to
reducing the health risks and environmental impacts of pesticides and promoting safer
alternatives in Illinois, is looking for a full time Program Associate. The program associate
will conduct workshops on IPM for a variety of audiences, help develop IPM policies and programs,
and will supervise the creation of an online training module and survey tool. The position begins in
July 2008. More.
IR-4 Southern Region Field Coordinator
- University of Florida
Requisition Number: 0705659
Classification Title: RESEARCH PROGS/SVCS, CRD 3
Working Title: Coordinator, Research Programs Services
Position Number: 00016743
Salary: Starting salary range is $40,000 to $65,000 annually;
commensurate with experience
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Main Campus (Gainesville)
Job Description:
This is a full time Coordinator,
Research Programs Services position located in the Food and Environmental
Toxicology Laboratory in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department,
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Florida.
This position serves as the Southern Region Field Coordinator for
Interregional Project No. 4 (IR-4), entitled "A National Agricultural
Program to Clear Pest Control Agents for Minor uses". This position
is responsible for all coordination of field projects in the Southern
Region.
Essential Functions:
Incumbent will interact frequently with faculty at UF, faculty at other
institutions, employees of the state and federal governments, individuals
in the private sector and the national IR-4 program and interact
frequently with stakeholders to identify pest management voids for growers
in the Southern Region and facilitate the submission of IR-4 Project
Clearance Requests (PCR). Work with others in the IR-4 Priority Setting
Process to ensure that high priority needs for the Southern Region are
adequately addressed.
Seek and secure contact with Field Research Directors (FRD) at the IR-4
Field centers and private contract sites to conduct field trials. Make
site visits and/or frequent communication with FRD's to ensure that field
sites are adequately supported to conduct acceptable residue trials under
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). Review field centers Standard Operating
Procedures (SOP) and provide Quality Control (QC) audits for all field
sites in meeting GLP standards for the program.
Prepare grants to various grower, state and industry groups for additional
funds to help support IR-4 activities in the Southern region.
The IR-4 Southern Region Field Coordinator aids in decision making
processes concerning general field operations and budget including funding
for research centers.
Complete other regional and secretarial tasks (i.e. word processing,
copying, faxing) that assist Southern Region activities.
Minimum Requirements: Master's degree
in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an
appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate
experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
This position is highly independent but reports to the Director of the
Southern Region program. Prefers a candidate that works with minimum
supervision and is a self starter.
Prefers a candidate with a degree in an agricultural science and field
experience. PhD degrees accepted.
Candidate should have a strong background in agriculture production, pest
control methods and general agricultural field procedures. Training and
experience in GLP's. Should demonstrate good organizational skills and
superior interpersonal skills. Candidate should have experience or
understanding of SOP's and how to prepare and update them.
Incumbent should be able to communicate with study directors at IR-4
Headquarters, other regional coordinators, chemical company
representatives, and any other personnel with an interest in specialty
crop production.
Applications:
Interviews by appointment only, no walk-ins or phone calls please.
Applications due July 20, 2008. Apply online here.
Program Manager - IPM Structural Pest Management Specialist, Green Shield Certified
Professional
with expertise in high-level IPM for structural pest management sought to
manage Green Shield Certified, a new, rapidly growing program launched in June, 2007. The program uses on-site, professional evaluations of both facilities and pest management service providers to ensure the highest level of
performance.
The successful candidate will oversee implementation of the program for pest management service providers and facilities of all kinds. This is an excellent opportunity to improve pest management performance nationwide and reduce the impacts of pests and pesticides on health and the environment. Responsibilities include meeting program growth targets, managing in-house support staff and contracted professionals who perform on-site service evaluations, and coordinating key relationships with partners. Position reports to the director of the IPM Institute.
Demonstrated commitment to IPM and success in project management required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Masters preferred. Experienced professionals and accomplished recent graduates encouraged to apply. Salary commensurate with skills and experience. Located Madison, Wisconsin.
For more information on the program, visit www.greenshieldcertified.org.
The IPM Institute of North America, Inc. is a non-profit organization formed in 1998. The Institute's mission is to accelerate adoption of IPM in agriculture and communities through consumer education and development of IPM standards for self-evaluation and IPM certification. Current projects include IPM evaluation and certification for schools, healthcare facilities, pest management professionals, and others. Institute funders and collaborators have included US EPA, USDA, US Army, major corporations, foundations and others.
Send resume to Dr. Thomas Green, president, at 4510 Regent St., Madison WI 53705, or email
ipmworks@ipminstitute.org.
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