Employment Opportunities

Berrien Conservation District is seeking a Produce Safety Technician. Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in agriculture, natural resources management, environment, agronomy, crop, dairy and/or soil science, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, environmental health, food science/technology, microbiology, toxicology, veterinary science, or a related degree from an accredited college or university. Two years’ experience in natural resources or agriculture fieldwork is desired.    The individual will be employed by the Berrien Conservation District; office location will be in Berrien Springs, MI.  Coverage will be Berrien, Van Buren, Allegan, and Kalamazoo counties. 

The position will have responsibility to work with individuals in the agricultural community to implement a variety of agricultural practices for produce safety. Full position description is on www.berriencd.org. Competitive pay rate. A valid Michigan driver’s license and reliable vehicle is required.  Interested applicants must submit a resume, application (available from website)  and a cover letter indicating relevant experience no later than June 12, 2020.  This is a grant-funded position. Apply to Nancy Carpenter, Manager, at nancy.carpenter@macd.org.