Land Steward

Carolina Farm Stewardship Association; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fresh produce

Eggs

Firewood

PTO to be agreed

Education opportunities

Job summary

Carolina Farm Stewardship Association seeks a part-time outdoor land steward near Hillsborough, NC, to help manage woodland, support a growing no-till garden and orchard, and assist with a silvopasture grazing system for poultry.

Typical duties include coordinating work, recording activities, and collaborating with occasional subcontractors; the role emphasizes independent work and ecological land management principles.

Qualifications

• Experience working on a farm, landscape or forestry setting, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Interest in ecological, regenerative land management principles.
• Experience safely operating light machinery and manual tools.
• Physical stamina to work outside in all safe weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Managing woodland with brush clearing, thinning and pruning.
• Supporting no-till vegetable garden, orchard and pollinator habitat.
• Developing silvopasture grazing for poultry, including cover crops and fencing.
• Mowing, fence maintenance and planting trees/hedgerows.
• Producing firewood, timber, biochar and mulch; building compost/reuse systems.

Skills

Outdoor work

Land management

Machinery operation

Physical stamina

Tools

Riding mower

Woodchipper

Brush cutter

Chainsaw

Job description

About The Farm

Longview farm is a family homestead based on 38 acres of forest, fields and gardens 7 miles northeast of Hillsborough. We aim to grow nourishing food and care for the land in ways that support healthy soil and natural ecosystems. We are currently developing a diverse vegetable garden, orchard and silvopasture system for our flock of heritage chickens, alongside wildlife-friendly gardens and woodlands.

Job Description

We are looking for someone (about 32 hours per week) who loves working outdoors, brings practical land-management skills, and is eager to help shape our long-term vision for stewarding this beautiful place. The role can be adapted based on experience and interests and is a great fit for somebody who enjoys improving systems and working independently. Typical activities include:

• Managing woodland — brush clearing, thinning, pruning, planting and monitoring tree health
• Supporting the growth of no-till vegetable garden, orchard and pollinator habitat
• Assisting with the development of silvopasture grazing system for chickens — planting cover crops, moving temporary fencing, planting and protecting young trees
• Improving fields and pastures — mowing, maintaining fencelines and planting trees & hedgerows
• Producing firewood, timber, biochar and woodchip mulch for use around the property
• Building out compost and reuse systems
• Record keeping and coordinating work with occasional subcontractors

Qualifications

Essential:

• Previous work in a farm, landscaping or forestry context, preferably in a management or supervisory role
• Interest in ecological, regenerative land management principles
• Experience safely operating and maintaining light machinery and manual tools (riding mower, woodchipper, brush cutter, chainsaw, pruners, axes)
• Physical stamina and ability to work outside in all safe weather conditions

Desirable

• Experience with animal husbandry or willingness to learn, especially poultry!
• Familiarity with native trees and invasive species identification and control
• Basic carpentry/DIY skills

Compensation

• $22-24 per hour (dependent on experience)
• Fresh produce, eggs and firewood
• PTO to be agreed
• Support with continuing education and development