Company description
Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment is building an ecologically and economically resilient food system in the Northeast through regenerative agriculture. Based on a diversified, organic farm of over 600 conserved acres on the coast of Maine, our nonprofit works to accelerate food systems change through public education, farmer training and market development, and agricultural research and innovation. With its demonstration farm, oceanfront campground, wooded trails, and historic buildings, our vibrant campus serves as a unique hub for education and exploration.
Job description
Wolfe’s Neck Center is seeking a strongly motivated Crop Production Coordinator with 2-3 seasons of farming experience in the Northeast to assist our Farm Operations Manager in day to day operations on our 3.5 acre MOFGA Certified Organic market garden and high tunnels. Wolfe’s Neck Center’s chemical-free production supplies fresh produce for our onsite Farm Store, culinary operations and Farm-to-Table events. This position can serve as an excellent opportunity to learn and grow leadership and farming skills in a fast paced production environment.
The ideal candidate is eager to learn and can work both independently and in group settings. While tractors serve a purpose in our production, our scale of production depends on hands and hand tools for cultivation of weeds, planting and harvesting. Candidates will be required to use their body daily in farming tasks that require physical exertion, pace setting and effort. Wolfe’s Neck Center is a vibrant farm-based nonprofit organization hosting community events, research trials, and summer Farm Camp for 5-15 year-olds. The Crop Production Coordinator may intersect with all aspects of the organization.
Responsibilities
● Implement spring seeding and spring crop plan created by Farm Operations Manager
● Contribute to and co-design second & third crop plan
● Prepare beds, plant/harvest crops
● Ensure proper crop maintenance and weed cultivation for all crops
● Maintain proper greenhouse irrigation and ventilation schedules
● Help orient volunteer groups on large projects
● Maintain a clean wash/pack station and walk in cooler
● Keep daily records in accordance with MOFGA inspection standards
● Communicate with Farm Store/culinary/research staff regarding daily and weekly needs
● Maintain a fully stocked Farm Store display and ensure proper cold storage of produce
● Maintain effective usage of pest control materials (row-cover/have-a-heart-traps)
● Participate in meetings and cross departmental projects as requested
Qualifications
● 21 years or older and clean driving record required to fulfill job duties, ability to operate farm vehicles
● Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions
● 2-3 growing seasons on a farm producing fruits & vegetables in the Northeast
● Training in and/or knowledge of any of the following: sustainable agriculture, organic farming,
environmental science, soils, botany
● Familiarity with drip irrigation, harvest/wash/pack operations, high tunnel ventilation
● Familiarity with tractors, willingness to learn to operate
● Familiarity with seeding & seedling health, crop planning, crop rotations
● Willingness to learn, and be trained in areas requiring additional experience
● The ability to give and receive constructive feedback
● Take initiative, be creative, and communicate effectively
● Punctual and organized
● Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work actively for long periods of time
● Effective working independently & in a team environment
Compensation
this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $19.00 - $22.00
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Deadline
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