Assistant Farm Manager - The Farm at Augusta Health

Rodale Institute • Fishersville, VA

6h

About The Position

The Farm at Augusta Health (AH) is a partnership between Rodale Institute and Augusta Health. This partnership aims to continue and expand a successful and impactful farm-to-hospital model. The Assistant Farm Manager will participate in all day-to-day farm activities as well as manage seasonal workers, lead tours, and give presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Five years of experience in agronomic crop production
• Ability to drive farm equipment, tractors, combines, etc. is required
• Must be able and willing to work in all types of weather individually or within a tea
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds
• Must have good communications skills (both written and verbal)
• Must be flexible in hours as farm work can be unpredictable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat

Nice To Haves

• Previous management experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day farm operations in relationship to crop production.
• Field responsibilities include, but are not limited to soil preparation, planting, harvesting, weed, pest and disease management, equipment maintenance and repair, etc.
• Manage and coordinate labor efforts among seasonal workers and volunteers when available
• Document field operations on Rodale Institute forms to satisfy organic certification requirements, research data collection needs, financial accounting and maintain production records on a regular basis
• Lead organic certification efforts and participate with onsite inspections
• Work closely with the mechanics to coordinate maintenance schedules for tractor(s), truck(s) and other equipment to ensure success in field operations, and property maintenance
• Assist in coordinating landscaping and property maintenance
• Assist with preparing yearly field/crop plans
• Assist with facility maintenance when needed
• Operate equipment (tractors, tractor implements, small engine equipment, and hand tools) in a safe and efficient manner
• Educate and train seasonal staff and volunteers to carry out the day-to-day activities of the operation
• Provide field tours and presentations for outreach and education when necessary
• Coordinate with Rodale Institute staff for travel needs and purchasing supplies
• Assist the Community Outreach Department with preparing outreach materials
• Prepare an end-of-the year production report
• Coordinate with Master Trainer for RIFT student training when necessary
• Participate in the hiring process for new positions
• Manage packhouse and distribution activities
• Assist with managing staff schedules and timesheets
• Other duties may/will be assigned as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level