Assistant Farmer

Organization

Vida Verde Nature Education

Job Posted

October 12, 2023

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

Website

Contact Name

Vida Verde Nature Education

Contact Email

arturo@vveducation.org

Contact Phone

6507479288

Location

San Gregorio, CA
United States
The Assistant Farmer position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands to provide a thriving environment for 4th-6th graders to explore, learn, and discover the magic. A diversity of projects - from garden planning, planting, and harvesting to operating heavy equipment - means it will never be boring. Physical work, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving are all part of a normal day on the job.

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.