Farm Manager

TalentWatch Inc.; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with employer contribution

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

TalentWatch Inc. in Washington, CT seeks an experienced Farm Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations at a premier private farm.

This hands-on leadership role oversees farm staff, greenhouse production, livestock, equipment, and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of farming or agricultural operations experience, strong leadership, excellent organization and problem-solving skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional experience in farm management, agricultural operations, landscaping, construction, or related field.
• Proven team leadership and staff management experience.
• Strong knowledge of greenhouse operations, irrigation, livestock care, and farm maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience operating farm equipment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise farm staff and daily operations.
• Oversee greenhouse production, irrigation, livestock, landscaping, and property maintenance.
• Manage farm equipment, supplies, inventory, and maintenance.
• Plan and oversee construction and infrastructure projects, including barns, fencing, irrigation, and drainage.
• Establish operational, safety, biosecurity, and maintenance standards.
• Maintain farm and livestock records.
• Partner with ownership on operational improvements and long-term growth.
• Ensure compliance with applicable agricultural and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Greenhouse ops

Irrigation

Livestock care

Farm maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Multi-priority management

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Agriculture degree (preferred)

Education

Agriculture degree (preferred)

Job description

An expanding private farm in Washington, CT is seeking an experienced Farm Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations and support the continued growth of the property.

This is a hands-on leadership position overseeing farm operations, staff, greenhouse production, livestock, property maintenance, equipment, and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise farm staff and daily operations
• Oversee greenhouse production, irrigation, livestock, landscaping, and property maintenance
• Manage farm equipment, supplies, inventory, and maintenance
• Plan and oversee construction and infrastructure projects, including barns, fencing, irrigation, and drainage
• Establish operational, safety, biosecurity, and maintenance standards
• Maintain farm and livestock records
• Partner with ownership on operational improvements and long-term growth
• Ensure compliance with applicable agricultural and safety regulations

Requirements

• 5-10 years of professional experience in farm management, agricultural operations, landscaping, construction, or a related field
• Proven team leadership and staff management experience
• Strong knowledge of greenhouse operations, irrigation, livestock care, and farm maintenance
• Mechanical aptitude and experience operating farm equipment
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• High level of professionalism, reliability, discretion, and accountability
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Preferred degree in agriculture or related field; experience with private/specialty farms, agricultural construction or infrastructure, and sustainable or regenerative farming practices.

Compensation

$150,000-$180,000 annually, with some flexibility depending on experience and qualifications, plus:

• PTO
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Additional benefits based on tenure and performance

An excellent opportunity for an experienced agricultural professional to play a key role in the growth and development of a premier private farm operation in Connecticut.

NOTE: Local candidates only or willing to self-relocate within 40 minutes of 06793