Job: 2021 Farm Manager
Part Time/Seasonal 20 hrs/wk
Pay: $20/hr
June-October 2021
Description The Farm Manager will develop and manage all aspects of the Brooklyn Heights Community Garden/Urban Farm production fields including growing organic vegetables, fruits, and herbs; identifying and selling in local markets and on-site; managing farm interns and working with volunteers; and speaking to public groups that frequent the farm for educational days.
This position requires a strong, practical knowledge of agricultural skills and farm management, and a passionate commitment to food sovereignty and food justice. The manager has primary responsibility for the planning, coordination and implementation of all production garden work and activities.
Responsibilities/Activities Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Supervision of farm interns and volunteers (patiently and respectfully)
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Coordination with Administrative Assistant:
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Produce annual field plans
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Create and Maintain BHCG’s standards of production to ensure the highest quality produce
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Maintain farm infrastructure and landscape with the help of interns and volunteers
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Cooperate with community partners
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Seed ordering and material acquisition
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Planning and implementation of weekly planting schedule
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Insect and weed control, fertility monitoring, and general field observation
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Cultivation activities
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Infrastructure planning, creation, and maintenance
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Irrigation planning and implementation
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Soil building program including composting
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Plan weekly harvest schedule, harvest, market
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Participate in planning for long-term farm development
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Some evening or special event hours may be required
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
(Desired but not required. Candidates with a passion to learn are encouraged to apply):
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Experience working in a team environment with proven leadership skills
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Demonstrated ability to work independently
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Demonstrated good organizational and record keeping skills
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Demonstrated clear and open communication skills
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Demonstrated farm planning experience and working knowledge of farm infrastructure
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Minimum two years experience of full-season management
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Experience in growing using organic/biodynamic principles
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Experience working with farm tools & machinery
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Basic carpentry skills
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Good interpersonal skills
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Interest in working with youth and intergenerational programs
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The physical requirements of this position include the ability to lift, stand and walk for moderate periods of time; Able to work in the field, outdoor classroom and office including hard repetitive physical work
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Current driver’s license
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Must have your own transportation
Email office@brooklynheightscommunitygarden.org with your resume and cover letter to apply.