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Description
Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) is a for-profit, internationally recognized third-party certifier of environmental and food safety claims. SCS program areas include: forestry, fisheries, flower production, sustainable agriculture, pesticide residue free and organic food certification, food safety inspection and certification, environmental claims certification, green building product certification, electric power environmental performance, and more.
The Chain of Custody Services Program is accredited by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). These Chain of Custody standards provide a system for tracking certified wood from the forest, through each stage of production and distribution, to the point of sale. Chain of Custody enables responsible procurement by providing a system for companies to trade in products deriving from well-managed forests. Our CoC team manages a portfolio of more than 2500 clients around the world covering a great diversity of wood and paper products and industries.
Position Overview:
The Chain of Custody Technical Associate is a technical position that supports the Quality and Compliance Manager as well as the Director of Chain of Custody in the administration of the Chain of Custody program. The job entails interpretation and implementation of standards, quality control of audits, and administrative support to field auditors and colleagues on all aspects of the certification programs within defined project responsibilities. The position also entails occasional field auditing.
Responsibilities:
The Primary Responsibilities of the Program Associate will include:
- Review of audit reports from SCS auditors, worldwide, and provide oversight and quality control of them;
- Attain proficiency in Chain of Custody requirements and communicate them effectively to clients, auditors, and other program staff;
- Aid in the development of internal procedures and guidelines and external communication materials;
- Support the Quality and Compliance Manager as well as the Director in training of, and day-to-day communication with field auditors;
- Perform Chain of Custody audits, occasionally. (Field auditing is a minor but important aspect of this position);
- Other duties as assigned, pertaining to the development of the program globally.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum B.S. or B.A. degree; in Natural Resources or a related field;
- Complete fluency in English and work (or school) experience that involves professional written communication;
- Strong organization and prioritization skills
- Proficient with business software including Outlook, Word, Excel and database management;
- Strong customer service and teamwork orientation;
- Initiative, good judgment, and ability to work independently under pressure in a changing environment; and
- Must be able to work regular business hours, five days per week in Emeryville office.
Additional Preferred Skills:
- An interest in environmental sustainability, forest conservation, and the missions of SCS, the FSC and the MSC will be a plus;
- Knowledge of German, Spanish or Portuguese;
- Experience in or knowledge of wood or paper product manufacturing.
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