Make a Difference!
Project team member position opening at an independent non-profit
organization working to reduce pests and pesticide hazards in
schools, communities and agriculture through Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
The IPM Institute of North America, Inc. is a non-profit organization
formed in 1998 to accelerate adoption of IPM in agriculture and
communities through consumer education and development of IPM
standards for self-evaluation and IPM certification. Institute
partners have included US EPA, USDA, other nonprofit groups,
universities, and national retailers.
Current projects include IPM evaluation and certification for schools
and pest management professionals, IPM scouting for tree fruit
growers, expanding access to USDA IPM programs for farmers and
supporting food industry sustainability initiatives. This is an
excellent opportunity to interact on a regular basis with IPM
professionals, schools, farmers, food industry and officials at
federal and state agencies working to support adoption of IPM practices.
Duties include communicating with community IPM partners and
participants, preparing technical reports, database and website
maintenance, providing phone reception and general
clerical/administrative support.
Ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in non-profit work
and ability to work independently. Excellent verbal and written
communications and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
required. Successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff
partners and perform a variety of tasks in support of the institute's
many projects.
Flexible schedule in a casual office, 15 to 20 hours per week, hourly
compensation ranging from $11 to $12 commensurate with skills and
experience. Available benefits include health and dental insurance,
SIMPLE IRA plan and paid time off. Office located in downtown
Madison, on bus routes.
Send resume, cover letter and references to 1020 Regent St., Madison
WI 53715, or email [email protected].
