New farm equity roles at Colorado Department of Agriculture
October 3, 2024
The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) created new regional coordinator positions to support workforce development and farm equity across the state. The Blueprint helped design the bilingual roles to uplift female farmers and farm workers, farmers and farm workers of color, and LGBTQIA2+ farmers and farmworkers.
The goal is to bring more diverse voices into CDA to better serve all farmers in Colorado. The regional coordinators will work directly with farming communities to understand their unique challenges and needs; advocate for policies and programs that promote equity and inclusivity in agriculture; and procure additional federal resources for under-resourced populations.
The Farm Equity Office Coalition, a project of the Colorado Blueprint to the End Hunger led by advocates across Colorado, collaborated with CDA to fund these new positions.
What are the new positions? (Use the links to learn more about each role, along with the salary and benefits.)
Agricultural Worker Farming Coordinator (Western Slope)
Agricultural Worker Services Livestock Coordinator (Eastern Plains)
Why apply?
Make a real difference for underrepresented farmers in your region
Bring your valuable lived experience and expertise to the table
Help directly shape agricultural systems in Colorado
Who should apply?
Individuals with personal experience in farming, especially women, people of color, or LGBTQIA2+ individuals
Strong community connections and understanding of local farming issues
Passion for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in agriculture
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse communities and partners in Spanish
How do I apply?
Find the job postings here, then submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant supporting documents. Applications are due Tuesday, October 15.
If you would like support with the application, please fill out this form. The coalition of advocates, who have worked on this issue, is committed to helping people from traditionally under-resourced populations apply.
Help spread the word about these important regional coordinator positions! Please share them with your networks, farming communities, and organizations that support diverse farmers. Together, we can ensure these opportunities reach the people who can make the most impact.
If you have any questions, please contact Joël McClurg of the Blueprint.