Farm Director & Experiential Learning Lead

The California State University; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 147,600 - 180,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance / fee waiver

Job summary

California State University, Chico is seeking a Farm Director to provide strategic leadership for the University Farm and Meridian Range, overseeing operations, budgeting, and alignment with college priorities.

The role integrates farm activities with academic programs, driving experiential learning, applied research, and workforce development in agriculture. Collaboration with the Dean and College leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• At least five years of experience in farm management, agricultural business, or extension-like services.
• Experience managing university farms or other complex agricultural enterprises (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the 800-acre University Farm and 249-acre Meridian Range.
• Align farm operations, resources, and financial activities with college and university priorities.
• Lead long-range planning, innovation, and resource development for sustainable operations.

Skills

Farm management

Agricultural business

Grant writing

Education

Master's degree in animal science, plant science, agricultural business, agriculture systems, or related discipline

Job description

California State University, Chico is seeking a Farm Director to provide strategic leadership for the University Farm and Meridian Range, overseeing operations, budgeting, and alignment with college priorities.

The role integrates farm activities with academic programs, driving experiential learning, applied research, and workforce development in agriculture. Collaboration with the Dean and College leadership is essential.