Producer Certification Specialist

Organic Producer Certification Specialist

Pro-Cert Organic Systems Ltd. (Pro-Cert), is searching for additional Certification Specialist for

Organic Production compliance assessment. The successful candidate will be responsible for

facilitating organic certification to both new and existing clients to both the Canada Organic Regime

(COR) and the USDA National Organic Program (NOP). This is a full-time position – preferably

working out of Pro-Cert’s Head Office near Saskatoon, SK, Canada. Remote work arrangements are also possible.

• Assisting Pro-Cert’s Certification Coordinators and Managers in the annual certification cycle of

organic (and other) producers;

• Evaluation of organic production system plans for compliance;

• Completion of evaluation checklists and related documents;

• Conducting mass balance and traceability audits of organic inventories;

• Investigation of violations and complaints;

• Interact with clients in person, via telephone, email and letter;

• Provide technical assistance to clients, relating to applicable standards and/or regulations via

email, phone, fax etc.;

• Professional Development.

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture;

• Degree or Diploma in any applied science will also be considered;

• Good working knowledge of North American food production practices;

• Preference given to applicants with experience in applied agriculture;

• Excellent communication and organizational skills;

• Competent computer skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other software).

This position has a starting wage of $26/hr increasing to $30/hr based on performance. Pro-Cert offers a

competitive benefit package as well as a full-time career opportunity in the organic industry.

To apply for this position, please submit a Covering Letter along with your Resume and references to:

Cody Sander – Producer Certification Manager

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