Classifieds

The Program Support Coordinator will provide administrative and general
support to our programs that help address food security and support farmers,
ranchers and food entrepreneurs in Central Oregon. They will be relied upon
to accurately and efficiently complete tasks and will engage in activities
that help ensure the efficiency and productivity of our food access programs:
Fresh Harvest Kits, Grow & Give and mobile food truck.

The Program Support Coordinator will provide administrative and general
support to our programs that help address food security and support farmers,
ranchers and food entrepreneurs in Central Oregon. They will be relied upon
to accurately and efficiently complete tasks and will engage in activities
that help ensure the efficiency and productivity of our food access programs:
Fresh Harvest Kits, Grow & Give and mobile food truck.

Seeking one or two passionate folks to work in farm-to-table vegetable garden, as well as keep the place filled with flowers and green lawns for the enjoyment of families who come to vacation on the farm. Here's a link for an application: http://emandal.com/employment/assistant-gardener/

We are pleased to share we are currently hiring three positions at California FarmLink. The Program Manager and Central Valley Program Associate will provide support to the Programs Department and we are also hiring a Staff Accountant that will maintain organization and program financial administration. You can find the job announcements here on our website.

Program Manager Job Summary

The Program Manager will play a key role in the growth and development of FarmLink’s land, capital and farm business education programs. Serving as a direct resource to FarmLink’s three regional coordinators, the Program Manager will oversee the implementation of regional grant-funded activities, and steward a portfolio of grant awards for program growth and success. This position will also provide ongoing monitoring and evaluation of program outcomes, and assist in reporting to funders on progress.

The ideal

We are pleased to share we are currently hiring three positions at California FarmLink. The Program Manager and Central Valley Program Associate will provide support to the Programs Department and we are also hiring a Staff Accountant that will maintain organization and program financial administration. You can find the job announcements here on our website.

Program Manager Job Summary

The Program Manager will play a key role in the growth and development of FarmLink’s land, capital and farm business education programs. Serving as a direct resource to FarmLink’s three regional coordinators, the Program Manager will oversee the implementation of regional grant-funded activities, and steward a portfolio of grant awards for program growth and success. This position will also provide ongoing monitoring and evaluation of program outcomes, and assist in reporting to funders on progress.

The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate the ability to be highly organized, contribute to a collaborative team environment, be a self-starter, and lead remote co-workers in achieving shared goals.

Central Valley Program Associate

The Central Valley Program Associate will support program staff in assisting farmers with land access, succession, financing and other business management advising. The Associate will assist with new client intake, outreach to farmers and local community partners, and planning workshops and other events. This position will gain on-the-job experience serving small, family farms across the Central Valley, and offers opportunities for growth.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, ability to take initiative as a self-starter and contribute to a collaborative work environment. This job is part time, averaging 20-25 hours a week, with the possibility of full-time engagement in 2020. This position is based in our Sacramento Office.

Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant will maintain organizational and program financial administration, including primary entries into the general ledger, overall general ledger administration, accounts receivable, accounts payable, financial reporting and audit preparation. Assist program managers with budgeting and in understanding how transactions are coded. Assist Finance Manager with grant reporting as requested. Assist with liability/risk insurance policies. Maintain human resource records, including payroll, employee benefit programs and legal compliance and records. Provide information and reports as needed to Finance Manager/Chief Financial Officer and Audit Committee.

To Apply

Please review the position announcements on our website and send a thoughtful cover letter explaining your interest in the position and resume to info@cafarmlink.org.

Looking For Spent Hens And Other Spent Poultry Too !!

Hi I'm a spent hen buyer and I buy other spent poultry too !! I'm looking for large amounts reasonably priced for pet food !! Thanks !!!

Coastal Roots Farm is seeking a full‐time, year‐round Farm Post-Harvest and Distribution Coordinator to support our efforts to share fresh fruits and vegetables with the community, especially those who lack access to fresh and healthy food. We distribute our food through an on‐site pay‐what‐you‐ can farm stand, off‐site pop‐up markets, and deliver directly to individuals and to local hunger relief organizations. Since inception in 2014, the Farm has donated nearly 100,000 pounds of fresh produce to the food insecure community here in San Diego. We serve and welcome people of all backgrounds and strive to ensure that everyone in our community has fair and equal access to fresh, healthy food.

The Farm Post-Harvest and Distribution Coordinator is responsible for all Farm food distribution efforts and will build strong and impactful relationships with our community and key partners. They will

Coastal Roots Farm is seeking a full‐time, year‐round Farm Post-Harvest and Distribution Coordinator to support our efforts to share fresh fruits and vegetables with the community, especially those who lack access to fresh and healthy food. We distribute our food through an on‐site pay‐what‐you‐ can farm stand, off‐site pop‐up markets, and deliver directly to individuals and to local hunger relief organizations. Since inception in 2014, the Farm has donated nearly 100,000 pounds of fresh produce to the food insecure community here in San Diego. We serve and welcome people of all backgrounds and strive to ensure that everyone in our community has fair and equal access to fresh, healthy food.

The Farm Post-Harvest and Distribution Coordinator is responsible for all Farm food distribution efforts and will build strong and impactful relationships with our community and key partners. They will work with the Impact and Evaluation Manager, the Vegetable Production Coordinator, and the Farm Manager to support and ensure successful and efficient implementation of distributions both on‐site and off‐site. This includes coordinating all aspects of post-harvest, wash station, food safety, and food delivery to the community. As a key “face” of Coastal Roots Farm, this role requires a radically welcoming and outgoing individual, with a passion for building relationships, creating impactful programs, supporting food security efforts, and for building a local and sustainable food system.

Distribution Essential Duties and Responsibilities (65% of role)

• Stewarding strong and successful relationships with our community and our emergency food system partners.
• Acting as the “face” of the Farm, providing a radically welcoming and warm experience for everyone we serve.
• Coordinating all necessary tasks associated with reaching our goal of distributing approximately 40,000 pounds of produce annually.
• Coordinating and staffing all phases of distributions, including post-harvest and wash, market setup/breakdown, produce deliveries, sales and operations, customer service, and market breakdown.
• Coordinating administrative tasks related to distributions and impact and evaluation, including emailing, calling, meeting, planning, scheduling, impact data entry, ordering supplies, etc.
• Coordinating partnerships and pickups with individuals, hunger relief organizations, and onsite catering.
• Ensuring quality control of produce and food distribution areas/vehicles, includes cleaning and organizing all distribution vehicles, coolers, and spaces.
• Identifying market needs and opportunities.
• Other Farm program and communication support as needed at the discretion of supervisors.

Production and Post-Production Essential Duties and Responsibilities (35% of role)

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinating the post-harvest packing of produce for distributions/storage, ensuring produce is packed and organized effectively and most efficiently for all upcoming distributions and to ensure proper protocols.
• Coordinating the operations of the post-harvest wash station and sharing wash-station tasks, ensuring all food safety, quality, and safety SOPs are followed effectively and according to FSMA compliance.
• Keeping all walk-in coolers organized and clean, tracking amounts of bulk items and storage on-hand, and organizing the distribution and donation of produce.
• Ordering all supplies involved with produce and egg distributions, including cartons, twist ties, bags, etc.
• Coordinating timely with production staff to accurately convey produce needs at distribution outlets.
• Assisting the production team with production tasks, including harvests.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Ability to work a shifting schedule, including evenings and Sundays
• Outstanding communication skills
• Superb internal and external customer service abilities
• Impeccable interpersonal skills and ability to create authentic relationships with people
• Knowledge and passion for Jewish community farming, food justice, and/or food systems, etc.
• High level of responsibility, reliability, motivation and a willingness to learn
• Flexibility and willingness to take on a variety of tasks along with an ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, team environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong eye for visual design and presentation
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to lift heavy boxes and stand for long periods of time
• A valid and clean driver’s license, experience driving a delivery truck preferred
• Must be available to work as scheduled, with some seasonal fluctuation, as needed

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Two or more years of experience working at an organic vegetable farm, CSA and farm market
• Two or more years of retail or customer service experience, food retail or farmers markets
• Experience working with social media
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Reporting Relationship

Reports directly to the Impact and Evaluation Manager

Compensation

Wage is commensurate with experience. Coastal Roots Farm offers a competitive benefits package.

Typical Working Conditions

The Farm Distribution Coordinator will work indoors and outdoors. The position must be capable of moving objects and vehicles as needed. There will be exposure to Southern California outside temperatures, chemicals used in the agricultural industry, and loud noises.

Essential Physical Tasks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, cutting and carrying.

Equipment Used

Delivery van, Kubota RTV, farm truck, hand tools (for harvest work), computer/laptop, and tablet/iPad.

Application Process

Please go to https://coastalrootsfarm.org/about/#jobs to apply online.

Coastal Roots Farm is an equal opportunity employer.

Hunter Orchards is a 19.4-acre, certified organic farm that has a great reputation for growing fantastic fruit and vegetables for over 30 years. With terrific soil and a stunning view of Mt. Shasta, it is a special place to farm. The property has 9.5 acres of fruit trees, a high tunnel, and over 7 acres of cropland. The current main crops are peaches, nectarines, pears, apples, apricots, winter squash, and a u-pick pumpkin patch. There's lots of opportunity to make it your own, or you can continue operating it as is. We had to relocate and would love to find farmers to take over this very special farm. Here is the listing with video: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/14431-Old-Westside-Rd-Grenada-CA-96038/64793318_zpid/. The listing price includes most vehicles, equipment, the full business, inventory, etc. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions at nicole@hunterorchards.com, and more

Hunter Orchards is a 19.4-acre, certified organic farm that has a great reputation for growing fantastic fruit and vegetables for over 30 years. With terrific soil and a stunning view of Mt. Shasta, it is a special place to farm. The property has 9.5 acres of fruit trees, a high tunnel, and over 7 acres of cropland. The current main crops are peaches, nectarines, pears, apples, apricots, winter squash, and a u-pick pumpkin patch. There's lots of opportunity to make it your own, or you can continue operating it as is. We had to relocate and would love to find farmers to take over this very special farm. Here is the listing with video: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/14431-Old-Westside-Rd-Grenada-CA-96038/64793318_zpid/. The listing price includes most vehicles, equipment, the full business, inventory, etc. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions at nicole@hunterorchards.com, and more information about the farm can be found at https://www.hunterorchards.com and https://www.facebook.com/hunterorchards/.

Position: Community Farmer

Status: Regular, Full‐Time, Non‐Exempt

Hours: 40 hours per week, Sunday-Thursday. Evenings, weekends, and holidays on occasion.

Reports to: Farm Production, Assistant Manager

About Coastal Roots Farm

Coastal Roots Farm (CRF) is a nonprofit community farm and education center. We cultivate healthy, connected communities by integrating sustainable agriculture, food justice, and ancient Jewish wisdom.

Since our inception in 2014, Coastal Roots Farm has provided dignified access to fresh food for those who need it most. Inspired by Jewish agricultural practices, we raise organic crops and share the harvest with our community through pay-what-you-can farm stands, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, and direct donations to local hunger relief organizations. Through field trips, workshops,

Position: Community Farmer

Status: Regular, Full‐Time, Non‐Exempt

Hours: 40 hours per week, Sunday-Thursday. Evenings, weekends, and holidays on occasion.

Reports to: Farm Production, Assistant Manager

About Coastal Roots Farm

Coastal Roots Farm (CRF) is a nonprofit community farm and education center. We cultivate healthy, connected communities by integrating sustainable agriculture, food justice, and ancient Jewish wisdom.

Since our inception in 2014, Coastal Roots Farm has provided dignified access to fresh food for those who need it most. Inspired by Jewish agricultural practices, we raise organic crops and share the harvest with our community through pay-what-you-can farm stands, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs, and direct donations to local hunger relief organizations. Through field trips, workshops, agricultural festivals, and community events, we offer hands-on education and invite our neighbors to connect to the land and each other.

Coastal Roots Farm is located in Encinitas, CA on approximately 15 acres of land. Our Farm consists of vegetable gardens, greenhouses, a food forest, animal pastures, compost systems, and a vineyard. Coastal Roots Farm was incubated by the Leichtag Foundation and received 501(c)(3) public charity status in 2016.

Position Overview

The Community Farmer will support the farm’s operations through cultivation, development, maintenance, and follow-through of projects within the following five organically maintained production areas: vegetables, food forest, vineyard, chicken runs, and composting operation. All Community Farmer roles require flexibility and agility, as well as the ability to specialize in certain areas. While all farmers float between all farm operation areas, each person has a workload with a specific focus in unique areas according to individual skill sets and organizational needs. Sometimes this even constitutes individualized scheduling to cover tasks and shifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Production Areas:

• Support crop production on the farm, including pest management, greenhouse propagation, transplanting, sowing, weeding, watering, fertilizing and harvesting.
• Support compost operations on the farm, including gathering and tracking of compost throughout the property, operation of mid-scale aerated static pile compost system, and field sheet mulching
• Support care and maintenance of chicken flocks as needed, including feeding, watering, cleaning and moving mobiles coops, and processing of eggs for Farm Stand.
• Support infrastructure development, irrigation, farm maintenance, cleanliness and organization, distribution efforts, occasional deliveries, and farm stand shifts.
• Lead volunteers as needed.
• Collect data and support organized record keeping.
• Support resource development and staffing for all department as needed.
• Support farm stand restocking and staffing as needed.
• Incorporate Jewish agricultural practices into the development and management of the departments.

Education and Events:

• Assist in implementation of farm education and events.
• Host guests and lead occasional tours, highlighting our practices.
• Provide support for Coastal Roots Farm programs and events.

General Administration:

• Participate in regular staff meetings.

Required Qualifications and Experiences

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience or a relevant college degree, especially within the fields of organic/regenerative farming focused on vegetable production and Community Supported Agriculture.
• Passion for interacting with, educating, and leading a diversity of community participants, volunteers and staff of varied ages and backgrounds.
• Knowledge and passion for community farming, food justice, food systems development, etc.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural equipment use and safety.
• Cooperative, service‐oriented attitude and ability to work independently and take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Ability to be open and flexible to new ways of working with diverse communities.
• Creative skills and ability to experiment to attain new, better strategies, approaches, and solutions to challenges.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on a variety of tasks along with an ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, team environment.
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform strenuous physical labor in inclement weather.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Detail oriented.
• A valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Certification in organic farming and/or experience with sustainable farming.
• Food safety training.
• Technical knowledge and familiarity with irrigation construction, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Knowledge of species and climate specific to Southern California.
• Experience as an agricultural or environmental educator.
• Familiarity with Jewish agricultural or arboreal concepts, texts, and traditions.
• Project management experience.
• Training in active listening and constructive communication techniques such as Non‐Violent Communication, meeting facilitation, etc.
• Understanding of working within a nonprofit organization.

Reporting Relationship

Reports directly to the Farm Production, Assistant Manager.

Compensation

Salary commensurate with experience. Coastal Roots Farm offers a competitive benefits package.

Typical Working Conditions

The Community Farmer will work outdoors conducting a variety of tasks, often times repetitive with technical support from supervisor and teammates. There will be exposure to Southern California outside temperatures, chemicals used in the agricultural industry, and loud noises.

Essential Physical Tasks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continuous walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., cutting and carrying.

Equipment Used

Mechanical and manual tools used in compost production, laying hen production, agriculture and landscape maintenance.

Application Process

Please visit our website, https://coastalrootsfarm.org/about/#jobs and click on the Job Openings & Internships box to apply online.

Coastal Roots Farm is an equal opportunity employer.

Now hiring for the 2019 season

Find a farm job and study agriculture

https://sierraharvest.org/farmers/farm-crew/

Job Summary

Apply now to work on a sustainable farm in Nevada County, CA, and join a cohort of emerging farmers for bi-monthly, advanced Ag Skills classes taught in the field by experts and successful farmers. 1 year of real farming experience required for job placement.

Qualified Farm Crew job applicants are passed on to local farms for hiring for the 2019 season with hourly wage ($11/hour and up) and work schedules determined by individual farms.

To learn more and apply, visit our website: https://sierraharvest.org/farmers/farm-crew/

For more info, contact kalita@sierraharvest.org, (530) 913-5480

Responsibilities and Duties

Job responsibilities, work schedule, and wages will be determined by individual farms. Full and part time jobs are available. Job

Now hiring for the 2019 season

Find a farm job and study agriculture

https://sierraharvest.org/farmers/farm-crew/

Job Summary

Apply now to work on a sustainable farm in Nevada County, CA, and join a cohort of emerging farmers for bi-monthly, advanced Ag Skills classes taught in the field by experts and successful farmers. 1 year of real farming experience required for job placement.

Qualified Farm Crew job applicants are passed on to local farms for hiring for the 2019 season with hourly wage ($11/hour and up) and work schedules determined by individual farms.

To learn more and apply, visit our website: https://sierraharvest.org/farmers/farm-crew/

For more info, contact kalita@sierraharvest.org, (530) 913-5480

Responsibilities and Duties

Job responsibilities, work schedule, and wages will be determined by individual farms. Full and part time jobs are available. Job responsibilities vary by farm and may include all production aspects of commercial farms producing vegetables, fruit, flowers, eggs, milk and meat. Early mornings and inclement weather to be expected

Farm to Learn: Ag Skills Education

To complete the program, Farm Crew students must attend Ag Skills class every other week from May to November. These classes are taught on a variety of farms by local, farming professionals. Host-farm work schedules allow for class attendance. Learn more about the course here: https://sierraharvest.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2018-Farm-Crew-Ag-Skills-Course-Calendar.pdf

With support from Sierra Harvest staff and feedback from host-farms, Farm Crew students set On-Farm Learning Objectives and track progress throughout the season. There are many learning opportunities on a farm and we want to ensure that students are able to focus on distinct areas of their choice.

Qualifications and Skills – Experience & Education: Ideal candidates for Farm Crew are:

1) Serious about a career in sustainable farming and ranching,

2) Have spent at least 1 full season farming (interested applicants with less experience can apply for a farm-internship through Sierra College. Contact kalita@sierraharvest.org for more info.)

3) Prepared to commit to and work hard for a commercial farming operation the entire 2019 season,

4) Ready and willing to build community with other Farm Crew members,

5) Committed to independent learning.

6) A tuition fee (with payment plan) of $900 for the program includes placement into a paid farm job, participation in the 15-class Ag production skills class, mentorship throughout the season and regular meetings to assess the season and set learning goals.

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Benefits

• Assistance finding farm employment on a sustainable farm. Pay range- $11/hour and up
• 15, 3-hour classes focusing on various aspects of sustainable farming methods taught by experienced local farmer owners.
• Guidance and support to set and track on-farm learning objectives.
• Exposure to a diversity of local farms and the opportunity to learn directly from the farmers themselves.
• Have fun and network at Ag related social & community events.

Farm Crew Ag Skills Course - Class Topics, 2019

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Director of Farm Certification

Position will remain open until filled

Organizational Overview: CCOF advances organic agriculture for a healthy world. We advocate on behalf of our members for organic policies, support the growth of organic through education and grants, and provide organic certification that is personal and accessible.

CCOF is a nonprofit organization governed by the people who grow and make our food. Founded in California more than 40 years ago, today our roots span the breadth of North America and our presence is internationally recognized. We are supported by an organic family of farmers, ranchers, processors, retailers, consumers, and policymakers. Together, we work to realize a future where organic is the norm.

Position Summary: CCOF Certification Services, LLC (CCOF) is seeking a Director of Farm Certification. The Director oversees CCOF’s

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Director of Farm Certification

Position will remain open until filled

Organizational Overview: CCOF advances organic agriculture for a healthy world. We advocate on behalf of our members for organic policies, support the growth of organic through education and grants, and provide organic certification that is personal and accessible.

CCOF is a nonprofit organization governed by the people who grow and make our food. Founded in California more than 40 years ago, today our roots span the breadth of North America and our presence is internationally recognized. We are supported by an organic family of farmers, ranchers, processors, retailers, consumers, and policymakers. Together, we work to realize a future where organic is the norm.

Position Summary: CCOF Certification Services, LLC (CCOF) is seeking a Director of Farm Certification. The Director oversees CCOF’s farm-level certification programs within CCOF’s USDA National Organic Program, internationally accredited organic certification programs in the US, Canada and Mexico and CCOF’s Food Safety Services. This position may also implement new add on programs.

The CCOF Director of Farm Certification is responsible for CCOF organic certification programs for Grower, Livestock, Wild Crops scopes and Spanish Services within the USDA, COR, and International certification programs, as well as oversight and management of CCOF’s Global G.A.P. Food Safety program. This position is responsible for consistent application of regulations and procedures by certification staff and supports certification staff in their work.

This is a senior management level position for a self-directed career minded individual. Applicants must have extensive knowledge of organic certification, standards, personnel management, program oversight and the ability to work in a fast-paced office environment with demanding job responsibilities.

This position supports the development of new initiatives, oversees certification policies and helps to address new and evolving areas of organic standards. The Director will supervise 4 or more Certification Managers and/or Supervisors, who, in total, currently supervise 20+ Farm Department certification staff members.

This is a full-time, exempt, status position reporting to the Chief Certification Officer (CCO).

Position Responsibilities:

• Will interact in various areas of CCOF governance including the CCOF CS LLC Management Committee and CCOF Inc Board of Directors as needed.
• Supports the CCO in responding to issues as they arise, including the development and implementation of any special projects.
• Partners with other senior management within CCOF Certification Services to ensure organizational success and achievement of strategic plan goals.
• Has direct accountability for accreditation, compliance outcomes, and quarterly dashboard performance.
• Oversees a team of Department Certification Supervisors and/or Managers.
• Maintains expertise on technical organic issues and oversees technical personnel. May interact at regulatory level on certification matters.
• Ensures customer service-oriented certification approach is maintained by certification staff.
• Oversees decisions about important policies/positions on certification standards and implementation in the day-to-day certification context.
• Works with Director of Operations, Director of Handler Certification and Director of Inspection Operations to develop, implement and execute consistent certification processes, procedures, and systems.
• Collaborates with the quality department or directly oversees complaints, investigations, appeals, legal actions and other high-stakes issues for optimal outcomes.
• Oversees implementation of standards including changes to regulations, instructions or guidance.
• Ensures that department workload is completed within timeliness guidelines and organizational performance indicators.
• Oversees certification department personnel and structure.
• Ensures certification processes and decisions are performed in compliance with CCOF policies, CCOF Quality Manual and appropriate accreditation requirements.
• May support or oversee discrete new business initiatives, services, or programs as directed by the CCO.
• May represent the organization at trade shows, conferences, meetings, etc. as directed by the CCO.
• Works directly with other areas of the CCOF organization on cross-organizational projects, needs and systems.
• Serves as a member of the CCOF LLC Certification Management Team and CCOF cross organizational Management Team.

Desired Qualifications:

Please do not submit an application unless you have all of the following:

• B.A. or B.S. degree or higher in a relevant field.
• At least five years of experience in organic certification and/or other third party auditing programs.
• Thorough knowledge of organic standards applicable to farms and livestock operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing both people and programs.
• Direct experience in agriculture or food processing.
• At least three years of experience in a professional office environment.
• Comfort using a computer for multiple hours at a time.
• Competency in word processing, formatting, databases, and email using applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent professional communication skills in person, on the phone, and in writing.
• Excellent skills to organize, monitor, and track numerous activities throughout the year.
• Ability to logically solve problems under pressure.
• Ability to work with various groups of people and demographics.
• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Compensation: CCOF takes pride in offering competitive pay and excellent benefits. The Director of Farm Certification’s starting compensation will depend on qualifications and experience.

Hiring Process: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested applicants, please submit the following documents to employment@ccof.org, with “Director of Farm Certification” in the subject line.

• Cover letter
• Current resume
• List of three professional references

Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls please. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Position Description
We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented and energetic person for this position of Farm & Education Intern. This position will co-lead the food, farming and nature education programming, cultivate the Farm Discovery fields and garden and care for the goats, chickens and ducks.

The person in this position will work collaboratively with our Education Associate and the owner of Live Earth Farm.

This position requires a collaborative individual with a high level of organization and flexibility who is gifted in working with youth while being solid on farm production and in the kitchen. You will be an integral member of our team, and a youth educator. You are someone looking to build outstanding education, farming, cooking and relationship building skills, who can engage and inspire the youth we serve about multiple aspects of the food system from production to consumption

Position Description
We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented and energetic person for this position of Farm & Education Intern. This position will co-lead the food, farming and nature education programming, cultivate the Farm Discovery fields and garden and care for the goats, chickens and ducks.

The person in this position will work collaboratively with our Education Associate and the owner of Live Earth Farm.

This position requires a collaborative individual with a high level of organization and flexibility who is gifted in working with youth while being solid on farm production and in the kitchen. You will be an integral member of our team, and a youth educator. You are someone looking to build outstanding education, farming, cooking and relationship building skills, who can engage and inspire the youth we serve about multiple aspects of the food system from production to consumption to food justice. You are approachable, a great communicator, and passionate about our mission. You get the big picture, while being a strategic thinker who can dive in and get the daily work done with a strong attention to detail. You’re playful, comfortable being you, and willing to share your personal magic with Farm Discovery students while creating safe space on the farm and in the kitchen.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in farm based education programs 4-5 times a week including but not limited to leading field trips (April-June and September-November), assisting in curriculum development and implementation for monthly homeschool program (September- May), full immersion in summer camp programs (June & July), and assist/lead irregular tours and community days on the farm throughout the year.
• Lead weekend activities for families and volunteers.
• Represent Farm Discovery professionally at off site events.
• Assist in seasonal and day-to-day organic farming operations with ongoing coordination with Live Earth Farm production operations including but not limited to planting, irrigation, propagation, harvesting and after harvest production.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of education barn, kitchen classroom, and restroom.
• Implement all education programs at the direction of or in collaboration with the Education Associate.
• Assist with the development and implementation of a new value-added product line.
• Work with program and administration staff to accomplish big events including Sheep to Shawl Fair, Harvest Festival and Fall Feast in the Fields, as well as smaller community building and fundraising events (Supporter’s Picnic, Holiday Sip & Shop, Land Stewardship Workdays).
• Support implementation of fundraising and community events.
• Supervision of volunteers.

Required Qualifications:

• Interest in working with youth of various ages.
• Interest in developing organic farming/gardening experience including crop planning, greenhouse, irrigation, cultivation, pest and disease control, harvest and post-harvest handling, CSA/market, and cover crop experience.
• Interest in local, seasonal cooking and preservation.
• Desire to develop strong facilitation and group management skills, especially in an outdoor education setting.
• Knowledge of and experience with or awareness of low-income communities and underserved communities of color.
• Passion for building community and deep relationships through food and agriculture.
• Positive, creative, flexible, and takes initiative.
• Ability to work independently, in team setting, and in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Completes tasks successfully and within specified deadlines: demonstrates strong time management skills implementing programs on time and on budget.
• Dependable with thorough follow through.
• Ability to handle multiple programs/projects at once; strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills: verbal, written, electronic and with a variety of audiences.
• Conversational Spanish.
• Physically fit to meet the demands of working on farm with youth, experience/ability to dig beds by hand and with a BCS and the ability to lift 50lbs.
• Utilizes and can exemplify tools or strategies for maintaining self-care and personal well-being.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as farm/programs demand.
• Bilingual Spanish speaker.

• Preferred:
  • Cultural identity and lived experience relevant to the youth we serve.
  • Rooted in Santa Cruz County, particularly the Pajaro Valley.
  • Valid California Driver’s license and vehicle for personal travel.

Position Details:

This is a 40+ hour per week, full time seasonal position with paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Salary $22,800. In addition, the farm will provide produce, fresh eggs, and goat milk as available. A private yurt and communal kitchen and bath facility are available for $450/month pre tax deduction from wages. Living on site is required, due to the nature of the work.

To Apply:
Please fill in the following form: https://forms.gle/VcKM4E7pTcctkDpL8
the form will require the following two items to be uploaded within it:

• A cover letter that shares the unique skills you bring to the table and includes the date or range of timing you are interested/available to start
• A resume with at least two professional referencesWe will begin reviewing and accepting candidate material immediately.