Company description

ABOUT PROJECT EATS

Project EATS (PE) occupies a unique space in the urban agricultural landscape of New York City.

Founded in 2009 by artist and social activist Linda Goode Bryant, Project EATS is a living installation transforming vacant lots and rooftops into neighborhood-based farms catalyzing creativity and cultivating greater food sovereignty. Project EATS food systems grow, harvest, package, process, transport, market, and work to increase the consumption of food that nourishes people in the neighborhoods and housing communities where they live. We have operated over 20 farms on nearly 5 acres of land across New York, now running soil, hydroponic, and green roof farms across Brownsville, Brooklyn; the Lower East Side; East Harlem; Belmont in the Bronx; and on Wards Island. We partner with the community through multiple workforce development, community-building activities, and arts engagement work.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Farm Manager position at Project EATS requires creative, goal-oriented thinking, the ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse groups, and an aptitude for bringing people together to support the vision of Project EATS.  The Farm Manager will help create a vibrant team culture, inside our offices, on our farms and in the community. The Farm Manager will lead our farms and farmers' day-to-day operations, anticipating and supporting the needs of each unique farm site. From pre-season planning, managing farm personnel, to achieving our projected production and farm goals, this role will be the connection that links our six farms spread throughout the boroughs. The Farm Manager must have knowledge of soil, hydroponic, and green roof farming in order to support this work in a comprehensive manner.  This position is responsible for being an organized and efficient multi-tasker, who is upbeat and eager to grow their professional skills. The Farm Manager will ensure data is being regularly and accurately maintained on farm production and operations. Reporting to Senior Management, this position will mentor and guide the team, including farm volunteers and resident workforce farmers, towards understanding and success. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for leading, managing, and overseeing PE’s farm operations on our soil, hydroponic, and green roof farms to achieve PE’s yearly production goals
• Hire and supervise seasonal and full-time farmers capable of achieving farm goals  
• Improve, innovate, and train PE’s farm team in using sustainable farming methods, structure, and systems, that yield consistent high-quantity and high-quality production on small plot farms
• Develop, manage and track all crop planning, and field schedules, harvest lists, and related farm purchases for all soil, green roof, and hydroponic farms
• Manage and track farm budget
• Collaborate with appropriate PE program managers to support community resident and school-based programs offered at each farm site
• Ensure PE farmers know, understand, and support the goals and objectives of our farms, use safe and efficient farm practices; and high-quality harvest and produce handling/storage
• Maintain and update accurate inventory records of farm equipment, tools, and vehicles
• Collaborate with farmers and others on the PE team to determine what produce is available for sale at produce stands and other outlets

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often only apply to jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. As no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply if you feel that much of the following matches your experience:

• 5+ years of farming experience with at least two in leadership in soil and hydroponic farming. Skill and experience in green roof farming is a plus
• Experience supervising, training and team building with farm staff and volunteers
• Familiarity in various growing environments such as field, rooftop, raised beds, high tunnels, and hydroponics containers
• A resourceful and proven problem solver and innovator that sustainably increases and improves crop production and quality.
• Experience working with diverse populations; both staff, volunteers and community
• Excellent organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Able to use or become proficient with our preferred tech platforms
• Ability to work independently as well as lead a team
  Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 10 hours)
• Ability to lift or move heavy items, up to 50 pounds
• A valid driver’s license, experience and comfort operating a commercial van in NYC
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team
• Self-motivated with a bias towards action
• Sound judgment and integrity
• Comfortable working with and teaching others
• Passion for continuous learning

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND LOCATION

This position is full-time, and you must be based in, or willing to relocate to, New York City The hiring range for this position is an annual salary range of $70,000 - $80,000. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply and share your unique history and qualifications. We are committed to understanding individuals and creating compensation that is fair, holistic, transparent and competitive.

Employer paid medical insurance
Commuter benefits and FSA available (optional) 
Employee-paid dental + vision 
10 paid holidays per calendar year, plus time off during the December holiday period
Accrue up to 10 paid vacation days in first year and 5 paid sick days 
50% discount on Project EATS produce

Compensation

this position is: salaried, 75k-100k

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Deadline

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