Assistant Farm Manager

Historic New England • Jamestown, RI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting the farm manager in the agricultural and landscape maintenance and livestock management associated with the running of Watson Farm, Jamestown, Rhode Island.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of skilled credentials to include three (3) years of related employment experience.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of power tools, landscape equipment, and farm equipment including tractors.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and means of transportation
• Strong belief in, and demonstrated commitment to, Historic New England’s mission and values
• Commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, excellence, and Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA)
• New England residency required

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with and handling livestock, specifically, sheep and cattle

Responsibilities

• Assists Farm Manager in farm related tasks including landscape maintenance, field work and hay production, invasive plant control, stone wall clearing and repair, fence clearing and repair, tree work, machinery maintenance and operation, and light carpentry work.
• Assists Farm Manager in livestock management including feeding and handling of cows and sheep, rotational grazing, water systems, breeding, calving and lambing, and marketing.
• Provides all aspects of weekly landscape maintenance for public areas including mowing, weed-whacking, and chainsaw clearing around the farm entry, farm house, barns, and public paths.
• Provides support for public programs and visitation. This position regularly interacts with the public.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED