Company description

Agate Acres is a diversified farm located on the North Shore of Lake Superior. We specialize in growing florals for weddings, wholesale, and direct to consumer sales, vegetables for wholesale and farm stand, and a pumpkin patch. Agate Acres is a wedding, private, and community event venue as well. Agate Acres Farm & Events aims to encourage connection to food, community, and place by stewarding the land, providing space to gather, and cultivating celebration. We are dedicated to sustainable, resilient farming practices and community engagement and cultivation.

Job description

Job Title: Field Manager
Location: Agate Acres, Two Harbors, MN
Employment Type: Seasonal (March–October) W2 employment

Hours: March 16 hours/week, April - October 32+ hours/week

Schedule:

Position Overview:
Agate Acres seeks a dedicated Field Manager to oversee crop production and land stewardship. The Field Manager will lead the farm’s small team in daily operations, ensuring efficient and sustainable management of our flower and vegetable crops.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Agate Acres Leadership (Kyle and Emily) to plan, coordinate, and implement field operations for both floral and vegetable production.
Along with Leadership, supervise and train seasonal staff and volunteers.
Manage planting, cultivation, irrigation, pest control, and harvest schedules.
Maintain equipment, tools, and infrastructure.
Harvest flowers and vegetables efficiently and effectively.
Ensure proper post-harvest handling and product quality for flower CSA and event florals.
Pack vegetable boxes.
Help build CSA flower bouquets.
Stock the farm stand.
Oversee soil health and organic practices, including composting, soil amendments, green manure, and crop rotation.
Assist in hosting farm events and community engagement activities as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of farm management experience, preferably in diversified crops.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Desire to respect & care for the health of soil, plants, animals and humans.
Desire to participate in and build a local, vibrant community.
Ability to work both independently and in diverse groups of people.
Comfort giving or relaying instructions to others (students, volunteers, teammates) when needed.
Knowledge of sustainable and organic farming practices.
Ability to operate and maintain farm equipment safely.
Deep understanding of efficiency and systems building and maintenance.
Physical stamina (ability to lift 50lbs) and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Compensation:

Competitive hourly wage, based on experience. ($17-$19/hour).
Seasonal produce and florals included.
Minnesota Sick & Safe time accrual: 1 hour of paid time off per 30 hours worked.
PTO Accrual: .03 hour per hour worked.
Farm Team Lunch provided each Thursday.

Teamwork & Community Environment:

At Agate Acres, a supportive and collaborative team is essential to the success of our farm. We foster an inclusive and respectful work environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. You'll be part of a team that prioritizes mutual respect, open communication, and shared goals.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

February 21, 2025