Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development

Food safety is a team effort. Follow safe practices in both home and professional kitchens to reduce the risks of foodborne illness. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZJHGit

We’re looking for a Resource Specialist with responsibility for the development, management, coordination, and professional support of the nine Generally Accepted Agricultural Management Practices (GAAMPs) Advisory Committees and one Generally Accepted Processing Practices (GAPPs) Advisory Committee. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3BNHref

Today, we’re excited to announce we’re accepting proposals for the next round of Specialty Crop Block Grants, made possible by the USDA and contingent on passage of the federal Farm Bill. An informational webinar will take place Jan 6, 2025. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gjrUBX

We’re currently seeking a departmental manager for our Central Licensing Unit in East Lansing, MI. Duties include the establishment, administration, and evaluation of programs and services, plus coordination with field staff, and more. Apply: https://bit.ly/4g9DnUR

Come grow with us as the administrative manager for our Farm-to-Family program, which seeks to build agricultural diversity, create new economic opportunities across the state, and provide more access to healthy, affordable food options. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4iA3YvA

We’re currently seeking a Building Construction Project Superintendent for our Laboratory Division. The position helps maintain the construction and facility operations of state laboratory and consumer protection bureau facilities and equipment. Apply: https://bit.ly/4gtTzA3

Join Betty the Elf as she learns how our Weights and Measures Program ensures Michigan consumers get what they pay for this holiday season, whether they’re buying candy, candy canes, candy corns, syrup – and a whole lot more: https://bit.ly/3OQkr1b

We’re currently recruiting for an environmental manager to serve as supervisor and coordinator for our Agriculture Development Bureau’s intercounty drain program. Learn more about the role responsibilities and apply: https://bit.ly/4g6F1Gw

We’re hiring! Come grow with us as a Systems Integration Manager overseeing MDARD's Licensing and Inspection IT implementation program, LIS, all Laboratory and Consumer Services Bureau IT requests, and the department's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4fLrrbz

Today, Director Tim Boring joined representatives from the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and MICHIGAN CHRISTMAS TREE ASSOCIATION participated in a Trees for Troops event at Wahmhoff Farms in Gobles, MI. Now in its 20th year, Trees for Troops provides free, farm-grown Christmas tree to U.S. armed forces members. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZyfnVh