Job Opening—Farm Manager

Please email resume and cover letter to jobs@homefields.org

About You

You’ll oversee farm operations on 19 acres, including crop production, CSA management, tracking and managing inputs, and philanthropic work of the farm. The Care Farm Manager is supported by an assistant manager and a board of directors, supervising a small team of farmhands (who have support needs), and collaborating with community partners.

What we’re looking for in a Care Farm Manager

  • A passion for the purpose: supporting people with disabilities, community engagement, and social justice.

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in farm management or proven experience.

  • Proven leadership and management skills, with experience in supervising staff.

  • A bachelor’s degree in agriculture, farm management, environmental science (or related field) or relevant experience is highly desirable.

  • Ability to interact effectively with community members and stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Access to benefits begin at hire

  • Medical

  • Paid time off

  • Matching retirement.

  • Wellness benefit.

  • Weekly vegetable share.

  • Boot reimbursement.

  • Will discuss options for relocation reimbursement.

Your Day

  • Supervise and train farm staff and volunteers, cultivating a positive and productive work environment.

  • Coordinate planting, harvesting, and other agricultural activities in alignment with seasonal requirements.

  • Develop and implement farm management plans to ensure optimal productivity and sustainability.

  • Host occasional farm tours with members of the public, press, and visitors.

  • Maintain equipment and oversee repairs as needed.

Full-time, year round

  • In-person with minimal remote work.

  • $20.00–$23.00 / hour, depending on experience.

  • Day shift, schedule varies according to the seasonality of the role.

Homefields is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics like race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Homefields welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities to apply for positions that they are qualified for. Hiring is based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs.