Farm Assistant - Part Time (Weekends)

Paramount Schools of Excellence, Inc•Indianapolis, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Brookside Farm Manager, the Farm Assistant will contribute to the PSOE Farms livestock, cheese, garden, and landscape maintenance needs as assigned. The Farm Assistant will provide support to multiple PSOE farm locations as assigned by their supervisor.

Requirements

Proficient in livestock management, gardening, and farming preferred.
Unwavering commitment to quality programs and production.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.
Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to planning.
Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
Passion, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work independently following written and verbal instructions.
Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

Provide the weekend support for daily livestock maintenance routines, farm upkeep and production goals.
Assist in the implementation and upkeep of the garden program.
Identify, assess, and inform the campus Farm Managers of internal and external issues that impact the farm.
Foster effective teamwork between farm and school staff.
Abide by all PSOE frameworks as approved by the CEO and as noted in the staff handbook.
Actively engage and energize PSOE volunteers, board members, event committees, stakeholders, partnering organizations, and funders. When assigned, is prepared to act as a spokesperson for the farm.
Utilize effective systems to manage the school farm including all its components and related structures/areas. Troubleshoot problems as they arise, track progress, and regularly evaluate for improvement.
As assigned, assist in the maintenance of all farm aspects, including dairy goats, chickens, and gardens.
As assigned, assist in the maintenance of the farm grounds and structures.
As assigned, assist in the maintenance of the PSOE goat cheese program.
As assigned, assist school staff.
Contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of the school.
Be prepared to assist in the planning, implementation, execution, and evaluation of special projects.
Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations.
Be prepared to assist all staff with elements of environmental orientation and organization.
Participate in fundraising activities as appropriate.
Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community members, community groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization.