Job description

The University of Vermont seeks a Farm Coordinator for its Catamount Educational Farm.

Responsibilities include:

-Management of vegetable production in support of on-farm educational programming
-Development and implementation of an overall farm plan in support of: Farmer Training Program (FTP) and Plant & Soil Sciences (PSS) undergraduate programs; Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), farm stand, and institutional produce sales; and research needs of faculty.
-Providing instructional support for the Farmer Training Program and provide field laboratory support for Plant & Soil Sciences courses.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Bachelor Degree in plant science or related field and three years of experience in vegetable farm management and education required.
-Effective analytical, communication, organizational, and teaching skills required.
-Experience teaching in a hands-on environment. -Knowledge of operational budgets for farm systems.
-Valid driver’s license required to operate farm vehicles. -Ability to safely and efficiently operate farm equipment.


The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Compensation

this position is: salaried

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline