Rooted · 1 month ago
Troy Farm Assistant Farm Manager
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.19/hr - $20.19/hr
1+ years expRooted is committed to growing a community-led, sustainable food system through urban agriculture education, food production, and land access. The Assistant Farm Manager will work closely with the Farm Manager to manage farm operations, train crew members and volunteers, and assist in planning and administrative tasks.
CommunitiesFood and BeverageNon ProfitService Industry
Responsibilities
Help manage and perform in-field operations such as tillage, planting, cultivation, and harvesting
Help manage and perform greenhouse operations, such as seedling and in-ground production
Help manage and perform post-harvest operations, such as washing, packing, and delivery
Help keep production records, including harvest records, field work logs, inventory and equipment maintenance
Manage restaurant orders, wholesale orders, and special event orders
Work at and help manage the annual Plant Sale and Harvest Fest events
Help as needed for planned community dinner and fundraiser dinner events
Fill in at the CSA pick up site as needed
Deliver wholesale produce orders as needed
Work with Farm Manager to ensure that farm organic certification and food safety requirements are met and maintained
Write the CSA Farm newsletter
Work with Farm Manager to create production plan in the winter season
Work on equipment maintenance during the winter season and occasionally in season
Winter projects to be determined
Attend weekly field walks
Help set farm priorities as part of an integrated farm management team
Manage and train farm crew in all aspects of production and processing
Lead and train farm volunteers in many aspects of production and processing
Conduct regular farm crew check in conversations with the Farm Manager
Act as an ambassador of Rooted through effective communication of the organization’s mission and programs
Assist other Rooted programs with tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
1-2 seasons of experience in vegetable growing or similar experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative leadership team
Openness to regular feedback and communication
Ability to follow through on commitments, responsibilities, and tasks in an efficient and effective manner
Ability to operate farm equipment, including a 16 ft. box truck, four-wheel tractor, and two-wheel tractor, or willingness to learn
Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions
Ability to lift, kneel, bend, and do physical work throughout the day
Ability to consistently and regularly lift items up to 25 pounds. Heavier lifting occurs at times, but is not required
Ability to work with and be respectful of people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and abilities. This includes but is not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression/identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Interest in learning about farming and being part of a learning community which includes engaging in conversations about identity and culture and the ways that they intersect with farming
Work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Willingness and ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours
At times, there may be a need to work in inclement weather and/or to adjust work hours to accommodate the weather
Provide a copy of a valid ID
Have reliable transportation to and from Troy Farm, which is located on the Northside of Madison on the B bus line
Ability to pass a standard background check
Benefits
24 days paid time off plus 8 paid holidays annually; flexible
Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 75% of costs covered by Rooted
401k retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
Cell phone reimbursement
CSA farm share
Company
Rooted
Rooted is a nonprofit organization that provides food, land and learning services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase