Educational Farm Manager

Green River Preserve; Cedar Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Green River Preserve is seeking a Farm Manager to lead the on-site farm operations and program activities. You will oversee planting, harvesting, irrigation, maintenance, and teaching during farm visits for campers and staff.

The role emphasizes leadership, reliability, and the ability to mentor counselors, interns, and volunteers while fostering an engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Professionalism, a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and demonstrated leadership skills are essential.
• Warmth, enthusiasm, willingness to share knowledge, and sensitivity to campers and staff are valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily farm activities including planting, harvesting, weeding, watering and maintenance.
• Teach and supervise campers, interns and counselors during farm visits, especially in summer.

Skills

Professionalism

Strong work ethic

Organizational skills

Leadership

People skills

Mentoring/teaching

Job description

The mission of Green River Preserve is to inspire environmental stewards through a joyful connection to nature.

Job Description: As the Green River Preserve Farm Manager, you hold a position of great responsibility and importance. Professionalism, a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and demonstrated leadership skills are essential to the success of this role. Your warmth, enthusiasm, willingness to share knowledge, and sensitivity to the needs of each camper and staff contribute profoundly to the success of our program.

The purpose of the GRP Farm is to provide educational opportunities for our school groups and summer programs. Around1,000 campers and students visit the farm each year.

You will be responsible for everyday activities on the farm, including but not limited to planting, harvesting, teaching, weeding, watering, and maintaining the farm. During the summer, you will supervise counselors, mentors, interns, and campers during their visits to the farm in addition to...