Farm Operations & Budget Leader

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

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.