Farm Director

CCMC; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

FSAs

401k

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Training Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

CCMC in Summerville, SC is seeking a dedicated Farm Director to lead our agrihood farm program. You will manage the farm crew, oversee vegetable, fruit, and herb production, maintain infrastructure, and ensure food safety standards while engaging residents with tours and workshops.

This role emphasizes leadership, outdoor work in varied weather, and a passion for local, sustainable agriculture. You'll partner with HOA for events, supervise CSA logistics, and mentor staff, with a focus on

Qualifications

• At least 2 years organic vegetable production and farm management experience.
• Proven experience independently operating a tractor.
• Enthusiasm for local and sustainable agriculture.
• A problem solver, willing to learn and open to feedback.
• High degree of customer service and effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail and efficiency.
• Knowledge of retail technology and CSA logistics platform.
• Carpentry skills and familiarity with basic tools.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Managing farm crew and all aspects of vegetable, fruit and herb production.
• Maintaining farm infrastructure and landscape with support from vendors.
• Certifying product and food safety standards are met.
• Managing on-site CSA pick-ups.
• Educating residents and guests about agrihood farming through workshops and tours.
• Ensuring general store, barn, gardens and surrounding areas are well maintained.
• Leading gardening workshops and farm-to-table events.
• Assisting HOA team with events and workshops as needed.

Skills

Farm management

Organic production

Tractor operation

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

CSA logistics

Carpentry / fix-it

Bilingual English/Spanish

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you ready to be a part of the agrihood community movement? Do you want a career with a company that values its employees?
We are CCMC, a community management company specializing in master-planned communities. Our vision of inspiring a resident-centric focus is brought to life by our core values: Integrity, Respect, Service and Community.

About The Community

We offer a unique opportunity for you to be part of the agrihood community movement and a friendly, hardworking team. We pride ourselves in creating a positive, enjoyable work environment. We grow acres of organic vegetables and fruit that are distributed to residents through a retail Farm Share program. In addition to overseeing production, we also maintain a Garden and General Store for residents.

We are seeking a dedicated Farm Director for our award winning farm. This is a unique opportunity for you to be a leader in the agrihood community movement and part of a friendly, hardworking team. We pride ourselves in creating a positive, enjoyable work environment with favorable work-life balance.

What You'll Accomplish

• Managing farm crew and all aspects of vegetable, fruit and herb production
• Maintaining farm infrastructure and landscape with support from contracted vendors
• Certifying that all product and food safety standards are being met
• Managing on-site CSA pick-ups
• Educating residents and guests about agrihood farming by leading workshops / presentations and providing tours
• Ensuring general store, barn, gardens and surrounding areas are well maintained
• Leading gardening related workshops and farm to table events
• Assisting HOA team with events and workshops as needed

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years organic vegetable production and farm management experience
• Proven experience independently operating a tractor
• Enthusiasm for local and sustainable agriculture
• A problem solver, willing to learn and open to feedback
• High degree of customer service and effective communication skills
• Attention to detail and efficiency
• Knowledge of retail technology and CSA logistics platform
• Carpentry skills, general "fix it" know how, and familiarity with basic tools
• Able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, stand for extended periods of time and move up to 50 pounds
• Self-motivated with an eagerness to learn new tasks
• Bilingual English / Spanish preferred
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

If driving is, or becomes, a requirement of the role, it is required, at all times, that you hold a valid state driver's license for the class of vehicle you are driving, maintain a clean motor vehicle report, and hold current automobile insurance at statutory limits. You must notify Human Resources immediately regarding any change to your motor vehicle standing. CCMC may periodically review motor vehicle reports to ensure compliance with these requirements.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-matching 401k contributions
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, medical, and volunteering
• Paid parental leave
• Training and educational assistance
• Support programs, including Employee Assistance Program and Calm Health
• Optional benefits including short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and pet insurance
• Most importantly, a caring team who is dedicated to your success!