Opportunities

Seasonal Crops Farmer

The Seasonal Crops Farmer will be an integral part of the field and greenhouse operations in collaboration with the Field Manager, Greenhouse Manager, Crops Director and team. The Crop Farmer will work within a team of farmers, researchers, and other experts to further the development of a resilient agro-ecological system, explore symbiotic relationships between animals, plant-base, and soil ecology, and contribute to farm innovation and experimentation.  This position will also work directly with interns, volunteers and guests on the property.

This is a position for experienced farmers with 2 to 4 years of previous experience. A demonstrated commitment to learning new skills and supporting team members is essential for this role and will be prioritized above previous experience. We highly encourage applicants with diverse experiences who feel they can meet the job requirements to apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily support for all necessary & specific production activities associated with outdoor vegetable, grain & flower cropping systems

  • Assist in field prep, plantings, cultivation, irrigation, maintenance, harvesting and post harvesting processes

  • Safely use, operate and maintain equipment, agricultural implements, power equipment, and hand tools

  • Follow and maintain relevant crop records for field production [all field crop plans, planting and harvest notes]

  • Coordinate with Field & Greenhouse Managers to fulfill harvest lists and delivery schedules with Residency and Labs programs

  • Assist with programs including weekly chefs chores, organized tours, Lab programming, adult education, public interpretation and potential off-farm programming

  • Assist in Lab development projects (breeding, crop trialing, preservation, arts & ecology) 

  • Will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned. This job description may be revised from time to time.

Desired Skills/ Knowledge:

  • Experience on a production vegetable farm, preference for multiple years on the same farm

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. safely

  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record

  • Flexible and adaptable with a can-do, positive attitude

  • Ability to balance attention to detail with efficiency and to work quickly

  • Excellent communication skills including the ability to talk through directions for a task or process and ask for clarification where needed 

  • Ability to give and receive feedback

  • Desire to learn and grow, both personally and professionally 

  • Interest in working multiple seasons with us

Compensation and Benefits

Stone Barns Center is committed to equity and inclusion throughout every aspect of our work and team. Our investment in education and development includes a salary commensurate with experience starting $42.000; 401k with employer match; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; and generous paid time off. This position is not exempt from overtime pay.