Farm Educator
Full TimeJob Description
*Overview*
Agmenity designs and operates small-scale, sustainable farms that are fully integrated into a development’s footprint and geared to connecting residents and the broader community with local food. At times referred to as agrihoods, these agricultural amenities serve as a dynamic community resource where residents can access fresh local produce in addition to participating in various educational programs, events, and other farm happenings.
Our team members play an integral role in the day-to-day production needs related to a year-round, diversified vegetable operation, and help create a welcoming and positive environment that engages and inspires the community through a beautiful farm space.
As part of the skilled and dynamic team running a community based agricultural amenity, the Farm Educator position is responsible for helping to support the production and sales of produce, as well as community interactions with the farm. This role is a highly physical, hands-on farming job that will spend much of their day out in the fields, but will also necessitate some office-related duties.
The Farm Educator role will be involved in the holistic operations of the amenity at which they work, and depending on the project will have specific areas that they will oversee (to be determined by management and team).
Additionally, farming requires a wide range of specific skill sets, however, it does not typically necessitate the level of interpersonal skills that being a Farm Educator involves. This position will have significant public facing experiences through day-to-day interactions with farm visitors as well as formal tours, classes, and other special events.
*Duties may include*
_(due to the nature of year-round farming this is not an exhaustive list, but should serve as a helpful baseline)_
* Coordinating with other Farm Educators to ensure successful growth, harvest and sales of crops
* Planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, and distributing produce; working with small equipment & tools (including BCS tractor); greenhouse management; tending chickens and potentially other small livestock; among other farm oriented duties & tasks
* Maintaining a disciplined and well-paced work environment
* Ensuring premium quality of all produce leaving the farm and curating an aesthetically beautiful farm space
* Ensuring a positive and welcoming experience for all visitors to the farm and executing quality and engaging formal community programming
* Maintaining sanitary, safe and organized work and storage areas
* Communication with project stakeholders and community members via interpersonal relationships, email, and formal public programs
Farm Educators will work a flexible schedule depending on season and weather but will average 40-45 hours a week. Farm Educators will receive two consecutive days off but due to the community focus of the farm weekend (Saturday-Sunday) work will regularly be required.
*Experience*
Minimum one year of prior farm experience with a strong preference for a demonstrated desire to have farming and agriculture be part of your life path. Educational experience with a range of age groups is also weighed heavily.
*Education*
Applicants with education (formal and informal) in agriculture, education and other select areas will be given special consideration.
*Abilities*
Must have the ability to:
* relate to people in an open, friendly, and professional manner
* show understanding, courtesy, empathy, tact, politeness, and concern
* value timeliness, organization, and attention to detail
* work as part of a team and take directions
* appreciate humility, deep observation, and continuous learning
* work at a constant pace for up to 10 hours a day
* tolerate weather extremes and do physical labor outdoors year-round
* lift 50 lbs and carry it 40 feet
* cultivate a positive mindset (even when under stress)
* drive tractors and delivery trucks (or be willing to learn)
* enjoy working in group settings while embodying personal initiative and independence
* communicate clearly, openly and timely
* relate well with people from varied backgrounds and in different life situations
* be open to receiving and sharing feedback
* embody a deep respect and care for your fellow human regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or diverse mental & physical abilities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 – $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Relocation assistance
Application Question(s):
* What is your relationship with farming and why do you want to grow food professionally?
* Beyond your resume and previous work experiences, are there are any other parts of who you are as a human that you think will allow you to be successful in this position or would be valuable for us to know about you?
* We want to emphasize that this is a hands-on, highly physical farming job where there will be regular field work supporting year-round, sustainable vegetable production as well as working closely with community members . What previous experiences do you have that will allow you to be successful in this position?
Work Location: In person
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