Inspections & Compliance Program Coordinator

Organization Information

GrowNYC is a 54-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include:

• Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.
• We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more.
• We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.

INSPECTIONS & COMPLIANCE PROGRAM COORDINATOR (Full-time)

Position Summary

The Inspections & Compliance Program maintains the integrity of the Greenmarket program, ensuring that all the producers who apply and sell at our Greenmarket locations abide by our rules and by local, state, and federal regulations. Reporting to the Inspections & Compliance Program Manager, the Inspections & Compliance Coordinator provides administrative support in data management, documentation, program compliance, audits, and field inspections.

Requirements

Inspections & Compliance Program Coordinator Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

Data Management

• Enter and update producer information in Greenmarket’s FileMaker database.
• Facilitate and track the intake of Greenmarket Producer new product and request-to-purchase submissions.
• Act as a liaison between the Inspections & Compliance Program Manager and Greenmarket Operations team regarding new products, requests-to-purchase, and inspection-related issues.
• Assist the Inspections & Compliance Program Manager and Specialist with the review of incoming Greenmarket producer applications.
• Organize data entry and help optimize processes in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Compliance

• Review Greenmarket market reports and queries from the Greenmarket Operations team to support program compliance.
• Provide support and help gather documentation to investigate producer infractions and non-compliance.
• Maintain communications and working relationships with third parties, such as Greenmarket producers and producers of purchased products, in English and Spanish.

Audits and Inspections

• Organize and coordinate producer product audits at Greenmarket site locations.
• Coordinate with the Greenmarket Operations team to ensure completion of requested at-market audits.
• Organize Greenmarket producer product receipts for review to assess program compliance.
• Prepare documentation and background research about producers in advance of inspections visits.
• Participate in on-site inspections of farms and production facilities throughout the Greenmarket region, writing inspection summaries when needed.

Research and Projects

• Assist with research on inspections and compliance issues as needed and requested.
• Assist in creation of and maintenance of program standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience handling information and data.
• Demonstrated Spanish-language proficiency
• Ability to perform basic quantitative analysis in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets and proficient in Google Drive.
• Excellent research, communication, and writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work with people from diverse backgrounds
• Highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Ability to travel to production sites up to 350 miles from NYC (transportation will be provided).
• Valid NYS driver’s license and excellent driving record.
• Passionate about farming, farmers markets, local agriculture, and/or food access.
• Strong commitment to a racially and socially just food system.
• Comfortable around animals and processing facilities

Ideal Qualifications

• Experience with local agriculture, food processing, or food production is a plus.
• Experience with relevant software including project management software such as Monday.com, Adobe Suite and FileMaker or other database systems.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to walk long distances over rough terrain.
• The ability to drive long distances, with some overnight stays.

Schedule

The position is full-time, 35-40 hours per week. Must be available to work on weekends periodically.

Compensation

The position is a non-exempt full-time salary position. This position is union-eligible. It pays $50,000 - 53,000 per year and includes full-time benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and potential for parental leave for full-time regular employees who have been employed with GrowNYC for 175 days and FSA programs).

Location

This position involves a combination of office work, on-site farm visits, facility inspections, and market visits. Remote work is available with a minimum of 3 days in the office. Office attendance is required on Wednesdays. Field work is required.