Carbon Farm Plan Coordinator

Carbon Farm Plan Coordinator New York Fibershed New York, New York Job Type Permanent
Salary $65,000 - $70,000 per year
Deadline May 20, 2026
Min. Experience 2 - 4 years New York Fibershed is seeking a Carbon Farm Plan Coordinator in NYS dedicated to the successful planning, design, and implementation of conservation projects on the small to mid-scale NYS farms that we partner with for yarn and textile development through our partner projects with New York Textile Lab and the Carbon Farm Network. The Carbon Farm Planner will play a vital role in advancing efforts to meet greenhouse gas emission reductions and carbon sequestration targets by accelerating agricultural producer adoption of conservation practices. This will be achieved through developing Carbon Farm Plans (CFPs) that identify all opportunities for carbon capture and storage on the farm, providing technical assistance for implementation of practices identified in the plan, assisting with project monitoring, coordinating planning teams of local partner organizations and agencies. This is a two-year full time position with statewide travel required.
Anticipated start date is the first week of June 2026. Key responsibilities of the role include: Producer Outreach & Enrollment Conduct outreach to farmers and identify eligible participants
Coordinate with partners to enroll selected producers
Ensure producers remain eligible and compliant throughout the project
Support at least 15 producers in enrolling in NRCS conservation practices
Complete required NRCS documentation, environmental reviews, and verifications Funding & Resource Support Identify and pursue additional grant opportunities to expand the program
Help producers access funding, cost-share programs, and incentive payments Technical Assistance Conduct on-farm visits to support enrollment, verification, and compliance
Collect field data and develop at least 4 Carbon Farm Plans (CFPs) per year
Support producers in implementing Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices
Recommend and document incentive payments for practice adoption
Provide data to support project funding and incentive decisions
Enroll at least 15 wool producers, representing 1,900 acres and 1,500 head of sheep Measurement, Monitoring & Verification (MMRV) Quantify greenhouse gas (GHG) impacts using tools such as COMET-Planner and COMET-Farm
Verify adoption of CSA practices and track outcomes Reporting & Data Management Prepare quarterly reports on project outcomes (acres, practices, GHG impact, productivity)
Maintain detailed farm and field-level records for USDA reporting, including:
Farm profiles, production data, and participation details
Field-level practices, yields, and management systems
GHG benefits and monitoring methods
Technical assistance, incentives, and funding received Outreach & Events Support and participate in events such as the Carbon Farm Tour, Sheep & Wool Festival, and GrowNYC Flock Qualifications Education & Experience B.S., B.A., and/or M.S. in environmental planning, natural/applied sciences, or a related field (e.g., soil science, agronomy, ecology, animal science), or equivalent experience
~5+ years of experience in natural resources, conservation, or related fields
~3+ years of on-farm conservation planning experience (NRCS certification preferred)
Experience working with farmers, land managers, or agricultural producers Technical Skills & Knowledge Familiarity with conservation planning, regenerative land planning, or NRCS programs
Experience with GIS, data management, and standard office tools (Microsoft Office, Google Suite)
Knowledge of New York State ecosystems, agriculture, or working landscapes is a plus
Experience with grants, contracts, or funding programs preferred Core Competencies Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
Ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences, especially producers
Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Self-directed, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Strong relationship-building and partnership development skills
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities Additional Requirements Willingness to travel statewide and work occasional evenings/weekends
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Experience with project implementation or construction processes How To Apply Do you want to join our team as our new Carbon Farm Planner? We'd love to hear from you! Please submit a motivation letter and resume to cfp@newyorkfibershed.org