Certification Specialist – Crop, Livestock, Handling

. Review and evaluate client files to verify compliance with the National Organic Standards .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $59,800 - $66,400 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and evaluate client files to verify compliance with the National Organic Standards
Conduct annual and additional certification reviews for MOSA clients using National Organic Standards, MOSA policy, and other appropriate resources
Document review work and sign and issue certification documents
Enforce compliance with MOSA and NOP requirements
Prioritize reviews for timely completion
Assess fees according to MOSA fee schedules
Provide customer service to clients and staff and respond to certification inquiries
Participate in peer review of client letters and certification documents
Evaluate materials for organic production or handling and product labels for compliance
Review residue test result files affected by NOP variances and surveillance activities
Perform additional verification and/or certifications offered by MOSA
Contribute to development of MOSA's certification program, systems, documents, databases, and public comments
Complete a minimum of 15 hours of continuing education annually
Maintain understanding of MOSA policies, procedures, mission, vision, and values
Maintain familiarity with current issues affecting the organic industry
Attend meetings, conferences, and training and represent MOSA at industry events as needed
Undertake other assigned tasks from Certification Team Leaders or Certification Services Director
Optional inspection duties: conduct on-site, unannounced, surveillance, residue sample, and peer evaluation inspections

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2,000 hours of experience/education in agriculture, food processing/manufacturing, and/or organic industry experience
Bachelor's Degree in applicable field preferred
Familiarity with regulatory compliance
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse client demographic
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to develop a work plan and perform in a team environment
Ability to produce high-quality, detailed work while meeting deadlines
Excellent reading comprehension and problem-solving skills
Organizational, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Proficient with Google Suite, word processing, databases, and Internet research
Ability to spend long periods of time working on a computer
Inspection duties are optional: ability to traverse uneven terrain, valid driver's license, ability to travel independently, ability to work outdoors and around livestock, occasional travel, and ability to transport equipment up to 30 pounds

Comp & perks