Posting Detail Information

Working TitleStaff Director for the Colorado Food Systems Advisory Council

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400758AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week20

Proposed Annual Salary Range$27,500 to $32,500 for part-time; ($55,000 to $65,000 annual full-time equivalent)

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date07/01/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/28/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

DARE is a diverse group working in nearly every area of agriculture focused on teaching, research and Extension activities. Considering how we make decisions and think about agriculture and natural resources at every level of economics, education, and policy is our primary contribution to agricultural sciences.

Position Summary

This position coordinates and supports the Colorado Food Systems Advisory Council. The Colorado Food Systems Advisory Council ( COFSAC ) is a 23-member legislatively mandated body comprised of a broad spectrum of representatives from government and non-government entities. The volunteer members represent most sectors of the food system. The Staff Director for the Colorado Food Systems Advisory Council is responsible for:

• Serving as the university’s primary point of contact for governmental, NGO , and other non-extension community-based food systems initiatives seeking collaboration and support and CSU food systems stakeholders including campus and field-based staff and students.

• Collaborating with the State Coordinator of the NW and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center to fulfill Colorado’s engagement initiatives.

• Pursuing external funds to advance key priorities and projects as identified by the COFSAC Council.

• Supporting externally funded projects through meeting facilitation, writing grant reports, contributions to newsletters and public facing communications, and evaluating results/impacts.

• Completing all COFSAC required reporting and evaluation in a timely manner.

• Supporting and securing funding for graduate student research assistants.

• Supporting internal and external communication strategy, including e-newsletters, webinars, and websites.

• Other duties as assigned/needed.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + a minimum of 3 years professional experience in project management related to food systems policy, research, and engagement.ORMasters degree in project management related to food systems policy, research, and engagement.

• Demonstrated project and group management skills.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

• Expertise in working with Microsoft Office suite.

• Ability to pass both CSU and USDA background checks.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Extensive professional experience in project management related to food systems policy, research, and engagement.

• Advanced degree in project management related to food systems policy, research, and engagement.

• Experience raising and managing external funds.

• Strong background in issues relevant to food systems and business development, especially state policy in food, public health and procurement issues.

• Expertise in one or more social science disciplines related to food systems.

• Demonstrated experience working with and commitment to Land Grant Universities, Extension, and engaged activities.

• Training in DEI issues and experience working with diverse, and particularly underserved, audiences.

• Experience in event planning and external stakeholder engagement.

Diversity Statement

Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryStatewide Engagement

Duty/Responsibility

Colorado Food Systems Advisory Council Staff Director

• Provide staff leadership to COFSAC , a legislatively created and governor appointed advisory council.

• Work with COFSAC leadership and members to identify priority projects, conduct research and outreach, develop, and maintain key stakeholder relationships.

• Prepare agendas and financial reports for quarterly meetings and complete all necessary reporting to state agencies and committees.

• Provide staff support to council-lead working groups and initiatives.

• Supervise and direct the work of administrative assistant.

Percentage Of Time80

Job Duty CategoryProject Management

Duty/Responsibility

Project and group management including:

• lead discussion groups, engage diverse stakeholder groups, build consensus decisions, and organize goals

• coordinate work among complex groups

• facilitate meetings both in person and virtually, including teams with complex issues and diverse membership

Sustain existing and cultivate new partnerships with food industry, policymakers, nonprofits, and other food systems leaders at local, state, regional, and national levels.

Strengthen food systems leadership through student and faculty linkages.

Coordinate with research and education managers to identify opportunities for student and faculty integration across institute activities and initiatives.

Percentage Of Time20

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit with your application:

• Cover letter addressing all qualifications –Please be certain to speak to your commitment and/or training in DEI issues and experience working with diverse, and particularly underserved, audiences.

• Resume

• Unofficial transcripts

• List of 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

  CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - PassUSDA Background Check

Search Contactdawn.thilmany@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents