Hi MN Food Networks,
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Ag Marketing and Development Division currently has three open positions in food business and food systems development. These positions close on November 2, 2021 at 11:59 pm. Can you help spread the word among your networks?
Food Business Development Administrator (Job ID 49071) – This position supports Minnesota’s value-added food and beverage companies and has a strategic focus on market development and product promotion. The position will process cost share and other program documentation, manage a customer resource management database and other software for marketing programs, plan and execute domestic events, contests and trade shows, and provide business development assistance to Minnesota food and beverage processors.
Regional Marketing Specialist (Job ID 49751) – This position promotes Minnesota agricultural and food products through development of wholesale markets, including farm to school and farm to institution, for farmers and processors at the local, regional, and statewide level. The position will develop wholesale markets, plan and execute marketing events, and provide market development assistance to Minnesota farmers and end users.
Agricultural and Food Systems Planner (Job ID 49886) – This position provides information and assistance, research and analysis, and program delivery, to help preserve and enhance the viability of agriculture, protect invaluable natural resources and ecosystems vital for agriculture (e.g., soils, water, pollinators, etc.), enhance the ability of agriculture to meet societal and environmental needs, and broaden opportunities for all people to participate in agriculture, including underserved and disadvantaged populations.
Thank you,
Alex
Alexandra Cortes
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Produce Safety Outreach Analyst
Food & Feed Safety Division
C: 651-895-0315