Company description

City Green is a 501(c)3 nonprofit farming and gardening organization, based in Clifton, New Jersey. Our programs offer practical, technical and financial resources to foster equitable access to local food and green spaces, in support of sustainable, healthy communities.

City Green envisions livable, green urban communities that are socially, economically and environmentally rejuvenated. Because of the community garden and greening projects carried out by the community with the help of City Green, residents have access to bountiful fresh produce; youth have volunteer, work and leadership opportunities in the community; and neighborhoods have welcoming, safe, natural respites that are a focal point for sociability, community involvement, cultural expression and individual empowerment. ​

Job description

Position Summary:

City Green’s South Branch farm in Mount Olive, NJ is looking for farm crew members for the 2027 season! We are a production based vegetable farm cultivating 4-6 acres using organic and regenerative practices. In addition to vegetable production, we are in the process of establishing native pollinator hedgerows as well as an alley cropping system where fruit and nut trees are cultivated alongside vegetable crops. This is a great opportunity for experienced candidates who enjoy on-farm work and want to expand their knowledge in all aspects of the organic production of 70+ varieties of vegetables, native plants, and fruit and nut trees. Farm crew members will work Monday-Friday and take part in all aspects of growing and harvesting a wide range of vegetables to support City Green’s mission to increase accessibility of fresh, affordable produce in underserved communities. Farming is physical, fast paced, and tough work, but we make it a point to have fun and meet each task with positive energy!

At least one full season of farm experience is strongly preferred. Multiple positions are available.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Crop Production: Participate in all aspects of vegetable production including but not limited to weeding, crop care, irrigation, seeding, transplanting, harvesting, washing/packing
  Harvesting: A large portion of the farm crew’s responsibilities will be to harvest and process a wide range of vegetables, sometimes independently, with a high standard of efficiency and quality control
• Perennial Plant Care: Assist in the planting and regular maintenance of native plant hedgerows as well as fruit and nut trees
• Record Keeping: Maintain harvest records, wash house cleaning logs, inventory and labeling
• Farm Maintenance: Maintain organization in the wash house and walk-in cooler, as well as general upkeep of the farm equipment and farm sheds
• Equipment Operation: All employees will be expected to drive our pickup truck on the farm roads for harvests when necessary. Our farm operation utilizes tractors for field preparation, as well as some planting and harvesting, and farm crew members will learn to safely operate tractors and tractor implements
• This is a farm fieldwork position with no weekend farmers market responsibilities

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Timely and professional communication with collaborating staff and outside program partners
• Participate in “All Hands On Deck” activities, where all City Green staff cooperate on a large project, event, educational program or volunteer day
• Support initiatives and programs throughout the organization as needed
• Be prepared to represent City Green in a variety of situations with partners, guests, and community members and maintain positive relationships with partners throughout programs
• Adhere to City Green’s principles and policies, & practices around diversity, equity and inclusion
• Follow organizational policies and standards for safety and liability
• Be prepared to support interdepartmental events and activities

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of farming experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability and willingness to work in often uncomfortable physical positions for extended periods of time (we work on our hands and knees often and outside in all weather)
• Ability to work as a team and independently
• Friendly and positive attitude
• Strong initiative and good problem-solving skills
• Punctual and committed

Hours and Compensation:

• $18.50 - $23 per hour depending on experience, plus access to weekly vegetable share
• This is a full time, seasonal position running from early April to late November
• 32-40 hours per week based on seasonal demands
• $500 end of season bonus
• Returning bonus for the 2027 season

All City Green Employees Must:

• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Drivers License required to fulfill job duties. At least 2 years driving experience, and be at least 19 years old. Employee’s driver history for the past 4 years must meet City Green’s insurance policy safe driving requirements.
• City Green is a non-profit Youth Serving Organization. As such, we require all employees to receive a recommendation of approval for employment from the New Jersey State Police through State and Federal Fingerprint-Based Criminal History Record Check. Once a candidate has been offered employment by City Green, we will provide instructions to obtain the required documentation.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $18.50 - $23.00

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Deadline

April 30, 2026