Jobs
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Copley Square Farmers Market Manager
Boston, MA
Executive Director
Center for Agricultural Development & Entrepreneurship, Inc. (CADE)
Oneonta, NY
Manage day-to-day operations, lead the organization’s development efforts, and direct the work of staff and consultants. Report to the Board of Directors, ensure that the organization is fiscally sound and that its communications, fund raising, and programming are meeting current and emerging needs of the sustainable agricultural industry. Successful candidates must be excellent communicators, who are able to convey effectively the mission and activities of CADE to specific constituencies, as well as to the general public. CADE offers a competitive salary and benefits package. CADE is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three professional references to cadedirjob@yahoo.com by March 1, 2012. http://www.cadefarms.org
Diversified Livestock Specialist
University of Vermont Extension
St Albans, Vermont
This position will focus on solution-based programming for our expanding meat and related products sector. This is a full time, 12-month, non-tenure track position. A complete position description can be found at http://www.uvm.edu/extension/employment/diversified_livestock_position_jan2012.pdf. We would greatly appreciate your help in getting this position opening into the hands of any and all that might have an interest. All application materials must be submitted electronically to https://www.uvmjobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1328550511637
Volunteers, Internships, Apprenticeships
Nuestro Huerto
Worcester, Massachusetts
Seeking cooperative farm members to support the farm in its third season. Multiple working arrangements available, including: walk-in volunteer workdays, internships, apprenticeships, and cooperative directing positions available. Volunteer-run urban farm. Stipends may be available as funding becomes available. Time trade hours may serve as compensation. Volunteers take home produce as it becomes available. Full member work-shares (earn a full share each week) are also available through Nuestro Huerto’s Community Supported Agriculture program. Visit online at www.nuestrohuerto.org
2 CSA position openings
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project
Lowell, Massachusetts
www.nesfp.org Kimberley Fitch, Program and Finance Coordinator, 978-654-6745
Farmers’ Market Manager
All-Bright Farmers Market
Allston Brighton - Boston Area
Seeking individual to manage day-of operations for the market, coordinate vendor relations, community outreach/marketing, develop market programming throughout the market season, and manage and recruit volunteers. Gustavo Quiroga, Director of Community Engagement & Marketing, Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation, quiroga@AllstonBrightonCDC.org, 617-787-3874 x217
Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Southeastern Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership
New Bedford/Wareham, MA and Telecommute
Wears many hats, providing administrative, organizational and programmatic assistance to the executive director and program director. Undertake and contribute to special projects for senior staff and SEMAP in general. Part-time 20 hours a week at $15 per hour. Minimum of 1 year ofadministrative and/or program experience, preferably within the non-profit and/or local food movement. Applications, which will be reviewed as received, must include a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (Word or pdf) and salary history. Please send to balexander@semaponline.org. Applications must be received by February 20, 2012.
Market Garden Apprentices
Weir River Farm Seeks
Hingham, MA
Seeking apprentices who are enthusiastic about farming to assist with all aspects of a small, diverse vegetable operation. Responsibilities include assisting with crop production, greenhouse work, field preparations and tillage, hand and tractor cultivation, harvesting and distribution. 30-week, full-time seasonal position from April-October 2012. Compensation includes a stipend of $400/week, farm vegetables, discounts on farm eggs/meat, participation in Eastern Mass CRAFT workshops, in-the-field instruction and experience, work exchange opportunities at other local farms, paid vacation days, professional development or education stipends, worker’s comp and health insurance. Sorry, we do NOT have any housing available at this time. Some farming experience is preferred. A valid driver’s license and the ability to lift 50 pounds is required. If you are interested in a summer-only (10 week) internship, please email for more information. Send letters and resumes to Amy Baron, amy.felice.baron@gmail.com. For more info: www.thetrustees.org/weirriverfarm
Growing Farmers Initiative Coordinator
Stone Barns Center
Tarrytown, NY
Full-time Growing Farmers Initiative Coordinator supervised by and working with the Growing Farmers Initiative Director, will help plan and execute GFI programming, including technical workshops, apprentice classes, online content and the annual National YoungFarmers Conference. Stone Barns Center offers a salary commensurate with experience and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k plans. Please send cover letter and resume to: jobs@stonebarnscenter.org by the close date of February 24, 2012
3 Farm Apprentices
Seeking 3 hard working individuals to be part of our team in all aspects of the farm for summer of 2012 producing bedding plants in our green houses, CSA shares, crops for a farmers market and restaurants on 10 acres of land. Successful applicants will be goal oriented, physically fit, hard working and have a love for agriculture. We encourage all skill levels to apply. Application Deadline: February 27th. Application Requirements: Resume, Cover Letter and 2 References. 617-835-7185 Please email Jim Buckle with questions: bucklefarm@gmail.com
Part time/seasonal position responsible for the daily operations of the market. The market will run from May 15th through November 20th on Tuesdays and Fridays every week; the Market Manager will be required to spend one full day at the office each week, leading up to the opening of the market, facilitating the vendor application and acceptance process, beginning in February/early March. Full job decription: http://www.massfarmersmarkets.org/PDFs/en-US/MarketManagerJobDescription2012.pdf
Director, Food and Technology Project
Friends of the Earth
Washington, DC
This position requires at least four years of experience in issue campaigning and policy advocacy addressing food, emerging technology or agriculture issues. The ideal candidate will have a strategic approach to both policy and politics, and a desire to have a major impact on federal and international policy debates through hard-hitting advocacy. The successful candidate will have previous managerial experience and have the ability to balance and complete a wide range of campaign activities including advocacy, convening/organizing, policy development, and research, as well as the ability to oversee consultants, and coordinate with media, development, and legislative staff. E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@foe.org with the subject heading “Food and Technology Project Director.” No mail applications or phone calls. Position will remain open until filled.
Membership Program Intern
Marketing Intern
Mass Farmers Markets
Boston Area
10-15 hours\week Late January through Mid April. Unpaid. Potential for additional work May through November. Drew Love, drew@massfarmersmarkets.org. Office: (781) 893-8222
Assistant Farm Manager
Battery Urban Farm
New York City
Nutritional Analyst/Farm-to-School (F2S) Coordinator
Weston Public Schools
Weston, MA
Seeks a Nutritional Analyst/Farm-to-School (F2S) Coordinator to maintain the district’s nutritional database and coordinate the Farm-to-School program and implement green initiatives in the cafeterias. We are looking for someone with a college degree in agriculture and/or nutrition. Experience in nutrition education in a K-12 school system, garden creation and maintenance. Grant writing experience a benefit. Ability to obtain certification in food safety and sanitation within 6 months of hire date; and demonstrated interest working with children in a school environment. Salary range: $30,000 - $35,000, plus benefits. If you are interested, please send a cover letter, resume, two letters of reference to: Lisa Hollis, hollisl@weston.org
Executive Director
Farm Apprenticeships
Summer Internship
Relly Bub Farm
Wilmington, VT
Seeking intern between the age of 18 and 25 for the 2012 season from June 1st - October 1st. Duties will include planting, weeding, harvesting, canning food, operating a farmstand, pig and chicken chores and distributing food to retail and wholesale outlets and various miscellaneous farming tasks. Hours will range between 35-40 hours a week. Compensation will include free lodging, 3 good meals a day and access to surplus veggies from the garden. Small weekly stipend will be provided and the amount of pay will depend on experience and will not exceed $50 a week in cash. End of the season bonus will be rewarded if you follow through until Oct 1st. The application can be found here:http://www.rellybubfarm.com/internship.php
Crops Apprenticeships
Drumlin Farm
Lincoln, MA
Our Crops Apprenticeships begin between April and June and run through the end of October. In the field, apprentices work closely with the Crops Manager to learn how to use organic methods to maintain soil health, control pests and weeds, and grow a wide range of vegetables, fruits, and cut flowers. Our apprenticeship is distinct in that all apprentices, in addition to learning organic farming methods, learn a wide variety of direct-marketing techniques. On 15 acres, we operate a 150 member Summer CSA, a 115 member Winter CSA, attend the high-paced Union Square Somerville farmers market every Saturday, harvest weekly for Cambridge and Somerville chefs, maintain a daily farmstand, and make and market our own pesto. This year we will also be expanding our CSA program by offering delivered box shares to Cambridge and Somerville. Please send a resume and letter of intent to Matthew Celona, Crops Manager at mcelona@massaudubon.org.
Market Coordinator
New American Sustainable Agriculture Project
Southern New Hampshire Services
SNHS seeks to hire a part time (20 hrs/wk) Market Coordinator for its New American Sustainable Agriculture Project (NASAP). Department: Organization for Immigrant and Refugee Success. Please send a resume and letter of intent to Matthew Celona, Crops Manager at mcelona@massaudubon.org.
Sales Coordinator
Hot Bread Kitchen
New York, NY
Field Staff (Seasonal)
Community Harvest Project, Inc.
37 Wheeler Road
North Grafton, MA
A non-profit organization with a mission to build an engaged and healthier community by bringing volunteers together to grow fresh fruits and vegetables for hunger relief. 25 hours per week (mid-April – mid-October; May – August available for students). Hours generally between 8am – 3pm; with some weekends required (8am – 12:30pm). Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Kristin Bafaro at kristin@community-harvest.org.
Internship
CitySprouts
Boston area, MA
A non-profit school garden program that works with public schools to build capacity to integrate the school garden into teachers’ curriculum and the school culture. CitySprouts operates as a district-wide program in Cambridge Public Schools, and in schools in the Boston area as a member of the Massachusetts FoodCorps Initiative. June 18 ‐ August 16, 2012. Hours: Monday‐Thursday, 8:30 ‐ 4:30 (30 hours/week). Unpaid. Applicants receiving funding and/or course credit will be given preference in selection process. Send resume and letter of interest by March 1st, 2012 to: Kim Goldstein, Program Manager, kgoldstein@citysprouts.org
Part-time WIC Nutritionist
Roxbury WIC
Boston, MA
16-24 hours per week position - great for students who want to gain some experience in counseling or community nutrition! Conveniently located on the Orange Line in a brand new state of the art health center. To apply, send your resume + cover letter to hrdept@wshc.org. Syrah McGivern, MS, RD, (617) 989-3107
Internship
NY Sun Works
New York City
http://nysunworks.org/support/internships. Please email all resumes to srobards@nysunworks.org.
Internship
Garden & Culinary Education Programs
The Sylvia Center at Katchkie Farm Kinderhook, NY
The Sylvia Center (TSC) aims to address issues in children’s health by increasing access to the experiences of growing food and transforming it into a healthy meal. Please send via email: cover letter, resume, and 3 references + (name, relationship, phone number, and email address) to Julie Cerny,Education Director, The Sylvia Center at Katchkie Farm. Sylviacenter@katchkiefarm.com
Community Garden Manager
Bullis School
Potomac, MD
School with 650 students in grades 3-12, is seeking a capable part-time gardener with a passion for growing vegetables and involving students in Bullis's innovative community garden, currently comprising 1,500 sf of growing area in 6 raised beds with built-in irrigation. 10-15 hours per week on school days, late February through mid December, plus winter planning and seed ordering time. Requires experience in organic gardening/farming, a strong back, ability to work well with teachers and students, and a strong intolerance of weeds. Offering approximately $20/hour based on experience. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to Todd McCreight, business officer, atmccreight@bullis.org.
Internships
Cricket Creek Farm
Williamstown, MA
A small grass-based dairy in Williamstown, Massachusetts. We make several award-winning cheeses. We are looking for 2-5 interns to join us for 2012. Interns would help in cheese making, general farm work, or both - depending on experience and interest. Ideal candidates would be interested/able to stay for 1 full year, we request an absolute minimum of a 7 month-stay. Ideal start date is April 1, but no later than May 15, 2012. End date no earlier than Dec 15, 2012. Email info@cricketcreekfarm.com a resume, 3 references, and answers to the list of questions on the Intern page of our website (http://www.cricketcreekfarm.com/wp/internships-at-cricket-creek-farm/). Or call (413) 458-5888.
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