Livestock Manager
Full TimeJob Description
Rainshadow Organics is looking to hire one incredible person to manage our livestock operation. This position is a full immersion into what it takes to raise a diverse array of animals. Attention to details is a must. If you are looking for a lifestyle that nourishes both mind and body at a multi-faceted, full-diet organic farm, apply now!
Schedule and Compensation
Start date: April 21st
5 days a week, year round
Average of 40 hours a week
2 consecutive days off a week
$2600/monthly salary
Health care stipend and 401k match after probationary period
PTO for vacation, sick time, and mental health accrued at 1 hr per 30 hrs worked
A single person share of our full diet CSA
Optional housing provided
Duties
Being an integral member of a highly productive, full-diet farm
Managing and maintaining the needs and well-being of our diverse livestock operation. This includes the caretaking of pigs, horses, dairy cattle, laying hens, broiler birds, miniature donkey, turkeys, and sometimes dogs
Being vigilant on knowing the upcoming weather conditions and how that may affect the areas under your management
Playing a key role in the communication between the commercial kitchen and the farm. Completing the weekly kitchen building cleaning and task list.
Communicating any supply needs in a timely fashion
Maintenance and cleanliness of trucks used for your tasks
Communicating animal updates with the part-time animal person so that they are set up for success
Assisting with propagation and plant needs that take place in the greenhouses when needed
Who Do We Want
We are looking for an inspired, driven person who brings a positive power house of energy and fresh ideas to the farm. Team players are a must. You should be:
Enthusiastic to challenge oneself to master the sport and art that is farming
Committed for a minimum of one year
Excited to participate as a member of our small and intimate community
A self directed, independent worker with great initiative and time management skills
Able to lift and carry 50 lbs repeatedly
Willing to work early/late days in a variety of fluctuating conditions including, but not limited to, heat, cold, smoke, etc.
Passionate about honing new skills, work ethic, decision making, and efficiencies
Flexible in scheduling and intake of information
Currently, we cannot take any pets on the farm.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume, three references, and a cover letter answering the following questions: 1. Why are you interested in working at Rainshadow Organics? 2. How does this position fit into your short and long term goals? 3. Do you want to be a farmer? Why? 4. What is your animal husbandry experience? 5. Can you drive a manual transmission? 6. Do you have any experience operating tractors? Include contact and basic information: 1. Name 2. Address 3. Phone 4. Email Please send your application to: info@rainshadoworganics.com and farm@rainshadoworganics.com We will be accepting applications until 3/31. If we would like to set up an interview with you, we will be reaching out in the first week of April. Your first day of work will be April 21st.13 total views, 10 today