Urban Farm Associate

Kinship Community Food Center•Milwaukee, WI

10d•$40,000 - $48,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kinship Community Food Center is seeking an individual for the Urban Farm Associate role. Our newest team member will play a vital role in the day-to-day operations and overall success of the farm, working closely with the Urban Farm Manager and alongside Kinship staff, volunteers, and members of our community. The Associate will assist with a wide range of hands-on farming activities and responsibilities including: 1) participating in the entire growing process from seed to harvest, 2) applying both traditional and modern concepts in sustainable agriculture, and 3) assisting with planting, soil preparation, irrigation, pest management, and crop rotation. In addition to fieldwork, the Farm Associate will help assess and address infrastructure needs, maintain and improve farm facilities, and contribute to the ongoing development of the site to enhance efficiency. This role also includes leading and mentoring groups of volunteers on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings helping to create a welcoming and educational environment for people of all backgrounds and experience levels. This role also involves weekly desk work focused on managing in-season farm data, tracking budgets, and supporting both pre- and post-season planning. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about food systems, community resilience, and hands-on agricultural work to grow their skills in a supportive, mission-driven setting, with meaningful opportunities for continued growth and advancement within the organization.

Requirements

Tuesday – Saturday work week
Receptiveness to overall servant leader model and mission of Kinship Community Food Center
Two years of work experience in Agriculture, or related field
Ability to use crop management software
Ability to work in four seasons outdoor environment
Strong volunteer facilitation ability
Highly motivated, self-directed with a positive attitude and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings
Demonstrated organizational, collaborative, interpersonal, and written & verbal communication skills
Ability to interact with diverse groups
Strong attention to detail and ability to set priorities and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Openness to work within a Christian/Catholic faith-based environment based on social justice principles.
Valid Driver’s license, proof of insurance, and transportation to support work activities

Responsibilities

Assist in daily operations of the Urban Farm, the native prairie, composting, raised garden beds, and land care
Assist in development and maintenance of farm facilities and infrastructure such as hoop houses, irrigation systems, and farming tools and equipment
Assist in and help manage crop seeding and transplanting various crops throughout the growing season
Update harvest log, pest management log, planting SOP, and irrigation log
Lead volunteer groups of between five to thirty people alongside other Kinship staff, interns, and volunteers
Assist with loading and unloading harvested produce into the Kinship transport vehicle on site and unload at the Food Center
Check in volunteers via Salesforce software at the beginning of the farm volunteer sessions and help facilitate the opening and closing volunteer huddle
Assist with weekly food distribution on an as needed basis and help promote the farm at the Food Center
Contribute to the planning and execution of Kinship programming and events

Benefits

A competitive $40,000 - $48,000 annually (commensurate with experience), benefits package, a flexible work environment, an enthusiastic team of dedicated staff and volunteers.

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