Farmer Job
Description for Farm Lot 59
Mission: Farm Lot 59 is a .5 – acre
farm aimed to develop and maintain farmland in an urban setting to grow
specialty crops and offer the public fresh and healthy food choices, teaching farming
to the community and aid in the transformation of more urban farm land.
Job Overview: Farmer will develop and manage all aspects of the
farm production field including growing organic vegetables, fruits, herbs and
speaking to public groups that frequent the farm for educational days.
This
position requires a strong practical knowledge of people skills as well as
agriculture skills and farm management, and a passionate commitment to growing
the highest quality crops. The farmer has primary responsibility for the daily
operations of the crew, coordination and implementation of all work and
activities at Farm Lot 59 (FL59). FL59 currently has 1 farm located at 2714
California Ave with the potential to add more.
Key
Requirements:
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Coordination with Sasha for daily work load
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Maintain FL59’s standards of production to
ensure highest quality produce
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Maintain farm infrastructure and landscape
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Cooperate with community partners
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Implement weekly seeding and transplanting
schedule
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Plan weekly harvest schedule
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Participate in planning for long-term farm
development
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Able to work in the field, attend meetings off
farm if needed
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Some evening or special events may be required
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Current drivers license
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Good interpersonal skills
Qualifications:
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Experience working in a team environment with proven
leadership skills
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Demonstrated ability to work independently
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Demonstrated good organizational skills and
record keeping skills
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Experience in growing using organic/biodynamic
principles
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Experience working with farm tools
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Basic carpentry skills
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Demonstrated good communication skills
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Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Self-motivated, cooperative and flexible
Salary
will be based on experience. Produce is available for your personal consumption
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