Organization
Job Posted
October 12, 2023
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Remote
No
Website
Careers
Contact Name
Vida Verde Nature Education
Contact Email
arturo@vveducation.org
Contact Phone
Location
United States
Summary
This is a 40 hour/week, full-time, non-exempt position, year round, reporting to the Facilities Team Manager. Generally, the Assistant Farmer (AF) is responsible for managing the ¼ acre garden, the flock of chickens, and the herd of goats (plus llama). The AF will also play an important role assisting the FTM with maintaining & improving our three local sites, including the structures, landscaping, infrastructure, and vehicles for safety, function & appearance. In collaboration with the FTM, the AF plans and executes garden, orchard, animal, and other operations as needed with the aim of providing a functional space for program, staff, and community to engage with growing food and the farm environment. See “Responsibilities” section for more detail on specific assignments.
Compensation Information
- Pay: $22/hr
- A position that provides excellent experience and training in skills that will prepare you for future jobs
- Perks: do mission driven work that you believe in, be in this location between the redwoods and the ocean, between SF and Santa Cruz, join our community, work outside
- Housing: Housing for this position is available to rent at the Yurt at Hidden Creek, but living on site is not required for this position.