Seasonal Farm Crew
About The Position
Oxbow's Agriculture program strives to foster a resilient, adaptive, and sustainable food and agriculture system alongside our community and environment. It produces certified Organic produce with the goal of strengthening regional food security, stewarding natural resources, and exploring ways that small farms can address environmental challenges. Oxbow cultivates 30 acres of land and produces vegetables for donation in partnership with hunger relief agencies within Greater King County. As a member of the Agriculture Department, Seasonal Farm Crew members work within all aspects of our farming operation, furthering Oxbow’s mission to cultivate conservation and food security to support and sustain a healthy Cascadia region. The Seasonal Farm Crew will cultivate our production fields, high tunnels, and research spaces. Their responsibilities include propagation, weeding, transplanting, harvesting, post-harvest handling, and providing general support to our Agriculture Team. Occasional non-farming related duties may be required, including support for public events.
Requirements
- Prior farming experience or interest and enthusiasm in sustainable Organic farming systems
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to groundskeeping and maintenance work
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to work efficiently, multitask, and prioritize assignments
- Ability to receive and incorporate feedback
- Willingness to ask questions when directions are unclear and communicate when tasks are completed
- Successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment
- Valid Washington State driver's license and ability to maintain an acceptable driving record
Nice To Haves
- Spanish Language proficiency a plus
Responsibilities
- Support all aspects of maintaining a Certified Organic mixed vegetable operation
- Help prepare fields for planting, manage cover cropped areas, and control weeds in field crops and fallow areas
- Assist in the setup, operation, maintenance, and storage of Oxbow’s irrigation system
- Support greenhouse and field planting
- Harvest produce efficiently and consistently for our hunger relief partners
- Maintain a high standard for food safety at all steps of harvest and post-harvest handling in accordance with the Food Safety Modernization Act and Organic regulations.
- Work in the pack shed, including receiving and processing produce
- Track project time and communicate with crew/team leads if forecast can’t be met
- Maintain records to remain in compliance with WSDA organic certification requirements
- Maintain a smooth, timely flow with team members while working through projects
- Make sound judgment calls on product grading and time management
- Assist with public engagement and on-site events
- As necessary, supervise volunteers and gleaners in farm fields
- Perform other tasks as needed and assigned by the Agriculture Program Manager
Benefits
- paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
