[Hiring] Certification Program Manager @PENNSYLVANIA CERTIFIED ORGANIC

Role Description

The Certification Program Manager (CPM) leads a designated certification review sub-team and oversees a portion of PCO’s annual certification workflow, ensuring effective and consistent implementation of certification under the USDA National Organic Program and other organic standards. As a key people leader, the CPM guides and supervises team members, translating certification policies and priorities into actionable workflows while fostering a culture of compassion and mission alignment across PCO staff.

Qualifications

• Class: Full-time, Exempt
• Location: Remote
• Reports to: Certification Deputy Director
• Reports: Certification Specialists; Certification Program Assistant Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Minimum three years of experience in organic certification.
• Minimum of three years as a supervisor/people manager.
• Team leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA organic standards and demonstrated education, training, or professional experience in agriculture, science, or organic production/handling relevant to assigned duties.
• Strong regulatory compliance experience.
• Experience with database management preferred.
• Ability to attend events or trainings that require travel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently while coordinating and communicating effectively with others.
• Strong planning and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with common software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet research).

Benefits

• This position is fully remote with moderate travel.
• This position will remain open until filled.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Standard / Remote office setting; proximity to office equipment that includes electronic devices.
• Must remain at a workstation for at least 50% of the time; will need to use equipment that includes electronic devices.
• Perceive and interact with text, media, and people.
• Communicate and accurately exchange information with text, media, and people.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Moderate travel required. This role requires travel by car, air, or other transportation and the employee should be able to withstand the demands of regular travel.
• May be required to be exposed outdoors to sun and other elements.
• May be required to ambulate long distances in fields, facilities, and training locations, and/or other relevant sites.