Company description

The mission of Crows' Feat Farm is to educate and empower people, using the principles of permaculture and regenerative farming, to grow nourishing and affordable food. We adhere to cultivation practices - no-till farming, regenerative grazing, and the avoidance of all chemicals, that support human flourishing while protecting native flora and fauna. The farm serves as both a classroom and a model for collaboration with other farmers, conservation groups, and technical experts. By restoring these Kensington farmlands to peak fertility, we aim to provide abundant food for our Seacoast neighbors.

Our mission is deeply spiritual, rooted in the legacy of hard work and respect for the natural world embodied by our ancestors. We seek to foster, in ourselves and others, an attitude of self-reliance, cooperation and generosity, born of appreciation for the gifts of nature and community.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced individual to oversee the operations of this cooperatively-managed farm. The duties of the role include:

• Leading the day-to-day work of cooperative members, seasonal staff and community volunteers in the farm's growing activities (seed starting, planting, weed, water & pest management, harvesting and food storage)
• Building and maintaining garden beds, with the application of regenerative farming techniques, including composting, mulching, silage tarping, wood chip walkways, etc.
• Maintaining farm infrastructure, including animal shelters, hoop houses, irrigation systems, grow rooms, fencing, etc.
• Operating and maintaining farm machinery and equipment, off-season road maintenance & snow removal
• Assisting with preparation & breakdown for the weekly farmers market
• Participating in community events and collaborations in support of local partners, in a spirit of trust and generosity

Attributes of the successful candidate include: a willingness to participate regularly in and lead demanding physical work, "getting your hands dirty" literally and figuratively; creative intelligence with a knack for problem solving; enthusiasm for working with a wide variety of people, capitalizing on their natural skills and diverse personalities; a willingness to go above and beyond to help the farm succeed; and perseverance amid the many challenges of growing food and community.

A minimum of 5 years working in operational/skilled trades/garden & farming roles is required. Compensation is competitive with market rates and increases with success on the job.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, 50k-75k

Application instructions

Deadline

March 31, 2025