Assistant Farm Manager

University System of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The University System of New Hampshire invites applications for an Assistant Manager at Woodman and Kingman Research Farms in Durham, NH. You will oversee day-to-day farm operations, supervise student and hourly staff, maintain equipment, and help manage the farm budget.

You will develop sustainable farming practices, coordinate with farm personnel, and pursue professional development including pesticide licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Plant Biology, Agronomy or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in the related field with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proficient computer skills (scanning, emailing, ordering).
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain within the first 6 months.
• Experience managing irrigation equipment.
• Experience with greenhouse facilities management.
• Construction and facility repair skills.
• Experience supporting academic and research agriculture projects with an ability to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Serve in place of Manager when needed.
• Assist in supervision, training and task scheduling of full-time and student workers to ensure timely, efficient and cost-effective completion of field operations and equipment maintenance.
• Oversee specific staff as delegated.
• Perform tasks that are required for successfully managing multiple horticultural research products across the two UNH research farms.
• Advise Manager to develop financially and environmentally sustainable farm management plans.
• Perform routine repair and maintenance of farm machinery, equipment and facilities; lead training and supervising of farm workers and student workers for these tasks.
• Assist with planning and implementation of special projects that support UNH horticultural research programs and outreach activities.
• Assist in research activities as directed.

Job description

Under the supervision of the Manager of Woodman and Kingman Research Farms, the Assistant Manager will oversee the day-to-day tasks of the research facilities and supervising student and hourly employees. This position is responsible for ensuring that research plots, field management equipment, and facilities are properly managed. The assistant manager will advise the development of financially and environmentally sustainable farm operations practices. The assistant manager will be required to coordinate with other farm personnel to ensure help is acquired when necessary. The assistant manager will also be expected to regularly attend (in-person or remotely) professional development opportunities to maintain best management practices, knowledge, and pesticide licensure. The assistant manager will supervise employees and fully manage farm and budget operations in the absence of the Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve in place of Manager when needed.
• Assist in supervision, training and task scheduling of full-time and student workers to ensure timely, efficient and cost-effective completion of field operations and equipment maintenance.
• Oversee specific staff as delegated.
• Perform tasks that are required for successfully managing multiple horticultural research products across the two UNH research farms.
• Advise Manager to develop financially and environmentally sustainable farm management plans.
• Perform routine repair and maintenance of farm machinery, equipment and facilities. Lead training and supervising of farm workers and student workers for these tasks.
• Assist with planning and implementation of special projects that support UNH horticultural research programs and outreach activities.
• Assist in research activities as directed.

Requirements

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Plant Biology, Agronomy or related field.
• 3 or more years of experience in the related field with at least 2 years of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficient computer skills (scanning, emailing, ordering).
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects with efficiency.
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform the duties of the job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to wear, use and instruct how to use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Able to safely operate small farm machinery and ability to maintain/repair equipment.
• Pesticide applicators license or the ability to obtain a pesticide applicators license within the first 6 months of employment.
• Experience with managing and repairing irrigation equipment
• Experience in managing greenhouse facilities.
• Construction and facility repair skills.
• Experience supporting academic and research agriculture projects with an ability to support learning and inquiry.

Compensation Pay Range

$19.27 - $31.75

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer.

The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission.

The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.