Farm Business Manager

Grafton-County,-Nh; Haverhill (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Grafton County Farm seeks a Farm Business Manager to oversee the daily operations, budget and long-range management of a 130-head dairy farm that includes pigs and crops. Established in the 1860s, it is the only government-operated farm in New England, on 243 acres, with community outreach and partnerships.

The role requires leading staff and inmates, preparing budgets, strategic planning, and performing related farm duties such as milking, feeding, animal care, planting and harvesting.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of farm work and management equivalent to an Associate’s Degree and 5+ years of related experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in operation and maintenance of farm equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a 130-head dairy farm including pigs and crops.
• Prepare and manage the farm budget and long-range strategic planning.
• Supervise staff and inmates from the Department of Corrections.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

Staff supervision

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related field

Job description

• Base Pay $25.32 - $34.57 / Hour

Description

Varied Shifts

Could include weekends/holidays

The Farm Business Manager position oversees the daily operations, budget and long-term management of a 130-head dairy farm that includes raising pigs as well as planting and harvesting crops. Established in the 1860s, Grafton County Farm is the only government-operated farm in New England. Situated on 243 acres, the farm participates in community events with local schools, including Pumpkin Day; grows produce for sale at its farm stand, donation to local food shelters, and use in meals provided by the Department of Corrections; and partners with UNH Cooperative Extension on agricultural research initiatives.

Position is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Farm. Prepares and manages the farm budget and provides long range strategic planning. Ability to effectively supervise staff as well as sentenced inmates from the Department of Corrections who perform work on the farm while incarcerated. May perform a variety of farm related duties including milking, feeding, care of animals , planting and harvesting.

Requirements

Duties require knowledge of farm work and management equivalent to completion of an Associate’s Degree in a related field and over five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess extensive leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must be skilled in the operation and maintenance of all types of farm equipment.