Community Farmer, Orange County

Farmscape LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in urban farming seeks a Community Farmer to maintain farms and provide educational events in California. The ideal candidate is passionate about farming, has organic growing experience, and enjoys engaging with the community. Responsibilities include farm maintenance, event planning, and ensuring a positive experience for visitors. This part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in vibrant, sustainable environments.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Monthly smartphone reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

FSA & Dependent Care plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years organic growing experience required.
• Farm or garden management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain agrihood farms, including planting, weeding, harvesting.
• Lead educational experiences for residents during volunteer shifts.
• Plan and host events related to farming and natural crafting.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Education

Relevant education or certifications

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Farmscape is seeking a Community Farmer responsible for maintenance & programming in Orange County, with occasional visits to other locations as needed, including Santa Clarita and Chino.

About This Position:

A Farmscape Community Farmer works on our Agrihood team to maintain urban and suburban farms within neighborhoods throughout California, and provide farm and nature related education and events for community residents. A Farmscape Community Farmer is equally well-skilled in small-scale, mixed-crop farm operations using organic methods and leading vibrant, engaging activities, workshops, and events. They are someone who believes in the magic of farming and gardening and wants to share your love, passion, and knowledge with everyone around you.

About You:

Schedule: Thursday, Saturday, and potential additional shifts as available

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with farming team to maintain agrihood farms, including planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, etc
• Lead fun, productive and educational experiences for residents during volunteer shifts
• Plan, prepare and host a variety of events related to farming, farm-to-table culinary and natural crafting/art.
• Maintaining a disciplined and well-paced work environment
• Ensuring premium experience of all visitors to the farm
• Maintaining sanitary, safe and organized work and storage areas
• Maintain simple farm budgets and administrative documentation
• Collect and report data pertaining to harvest yields, volunteer hours and supplies
• Responsible for all communications and scheduling with resident participants
• Assist with annual events and workshops
• Participate in ongoing training and development workshops and opportunities

Qualifications:

• Applicants should have 2+ years organic growing experience, with knowledge of vegetable cultivation and garden maintenance
• Farm or garden management experience is a plus
• Relevant education or certifications is a plus
• Must be a good communicator
• Must have some computer skills (google suite), personal device and personal vehicle
• Must implement sustainable practices such as water conservation, pollinator consciousness, soil care, etc
• Demonstrate creativity in coming up with ideas for events, crafts, workshops and community gatherings that are meaningful and sustainable
• Comfortable leading and speaking to groups

Paid vacation, monthly smartphone and audiobook reimbursements, mileage reimbursement for driving during work shifts. Benefits for full-time employees also include Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan.

Fair Chance Statement Farmscape complies with the San Francisco, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). We will not inquire about or consider your criminal history until after a conditional offer has been extended. If a background check reveals a conviction that we believe may be directly related to the duties of this position, we will:

• Provide a written individualized assessment,
• Include a copy of the background check, and
• Give you at least five (5) business days to respond with relevant information or documentation.

A past conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We review each case individually and consider time passed, relevance to job duties, and any evidence of rehabilitation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Farmscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us.

Job Title: Community Farmer

Type of Employment: Part Time

Hiring Organization: Farmscape

Farmscape is the largest urban farming company in California, with a commitment to creating food-focused, climate-resilient landscapes. Since 2008, we have designed, installed and maintained hundreds of customized gardens as beautiful as they are abundant.rnrnOur low-impact, sustainable Farmscapes are lively, vibrant spaces that feature native, low-water plants to complement the food we grow. As trusted local farmers, we grow food for single-family homes, master-planned communities, Fortune 500 companies, Michelin-starred chefs and World Series Champions.