The Business Advising Program Manager is the operational engine behind KTA’s business advising work, responsible for the day-to-day coordination, systems, and data infrastructure that enable program excellence. Reporting to the Director of Impact & Learning, this role translates the organization’s learning strategy into on-the-ground program operations – managing the client lifecycle from recruitment through program completion, maintaining the data and CRM systems that track client journeys, building and sustaining the program tools and SOPs that make the advising program function, and coordinating the meetings, events, and workflows that keep the program running. The Business Advising Program Manager works in close collaboration with the Regional Program Directors, Regional Coordinators, and Business Advisors to implement program design decisions informed by KTA’s monitoring and evaluation cycles, serving as a key partner in turning learning into action. This is an ideal role for an experienced operational and systems-oriented program professional who thrives at the intersection of people, data, design, and process, and who is deeply motivated by supporting farmers, ranchers, and the communities KTA serves.

For more information on this role and how to apply, visit our job website.

POSITION: Technical Assistance Provider II (TAP II) – Climate Smart/Regenerative Agriculture

STATUS: Full-Time / Benefited / Hourly / Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

DEPARTMENT: Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems (CRARS)

LOCATION: 35 Main Street, Chico, CA

RECRUITMENT ID: 430

RESIDENCY: Candidate must be a California resident. Chico State Enterprises is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e., H-1B Visas).

GENERAL PURPOSE: The Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems (CRARS) advances the adoption of climate-smart and regenerative agriculture across California’s diverse production systems. Through state- and federally funded programs, our technical assistance provider (TAP) team partners directly with producers to design and implement conservation strategies that improve soil health, enhance farm viability, and ensure compliance with program requirements.

The TAP II is a field-based position responsible for delivering high-quality technical assistance and conservation planning throughout Northern California. This role is intended for an experienced conservation or crop advising professional and integrates on-farm advising, partner collaboration, and program implementation. A primary focus of the position is the development of Soil Health Management Plans (SHMPs) aligned with NRCS and state program standards.

This position plays a critical role in advancing regenerative agriculture and soil health initiatives by providing technical assistance, supporting outreach efforts, collecting and managing field data, and assisting with grant administration. The TAP II works with a diverse range of agricultural operations, from small-scale farms to large commercial operations and rangelands.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and implement SHMPs and related conservation plans in compliance with federal (NRCS) and state (CDFA) program requirements.
• Conduct on-farm assessments (soil, vegetation, infrastructure, and management) and provide direct high-quality technical assistance to producers.
• Communicate effectively with landowners and agricultural operators through site visits, meetings, phone calls, email, and written correspondence.
• Obtain and maintain certification as an NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP).
• Coordinate with NRCS, CDFA, Resource Conservation Districts, and other partner organizations to support producer enrollment, conservation planning, and program delivery.
• Plan and support workshops, field days, trainings, and other outreach events.
• Provide technical expertise in soil health, nutrient management, carbon farm planning, integrated pest management, or other relevant areas.
• Support producers in the successful implementation of conservation practices.
• Verify and report on conservation practice implementation and outcomes in accordance with program requirements.
• Collect, manage, and organize producer data to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Support grant reporting and compliance documentation.
• Oversee the use, maintenance, and safe operation of field equipment; assist with practice implementation (e.g., no-till drilling, cover cropping).
• Collect soil samples and prepare soil analysis reports in accordance with program requirements.
• Represent the organization at meetings, workshops, and site visits, as directed.
• Attend weekly meetings, including CRARS all-staff meetings and TAP team meetings.
• Participate in required program-specific meetings with NRCS, CDFA, and partner organizations.
• Support the CRARS Regenerative Agriculture TAP Course Series as needed (e.g., course coordination, grading, content development, and field activities).
• Mentor junior staff and interns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, soil science, natural resources, agroecology, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regenerative agriculture and soil health principles, with the ability to communicate them effectively to diverse audiences.
• Experience in conservation planning and agricultural systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including direct experience working with producers or land managers.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently in a field-based environment.
• NRCS TSP certification (SHMP or related), or willingness to obtain it.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Reliable personal vehicle for travel to field sites and farms (mileage reimbursed).
• Ability to work independently in varying outdoor and field-based conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCA or PCA certification strongly preferred.
• Experience developing SHMPs, Carbon Farm Plans, or similar conservation plans.
• Familiarity with NRCS and CDFA conservation programs and practice standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with equipment operation and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience operating agricultural equipment (e.g., tractors, no-till drills, roller crimpers), or strong willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Geographic Information System tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS).
• Experience with state and federal agricultural programs and cross-agency coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement conservation practices with producers.
• Strong relationship management and one-on-one communication skills.
• Proficiency in data collection, management, and compliance reporting.
• Experience training or facilitating adult learners.
• Strong written communication skills, including grant writing and reporting.
• Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail across multiple projects and deadlines.
• Technical expertise in one or more focus areas (e.g., soil health, nutrient management, carbon farm planning, IPM).
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills in dynamic, field-based environments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS: This position involves a combination of office and field-based work in agricultural settings. Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Traveling to field sites and partner locations as needed.
• Performing work in outdoor environments under varying weather and terrain conditions.
• Navigating uneven ground during site visits on working agricultural lands.
• Operating a computer for extended periods (approximately 20+ hours per week).
• Safely operating a motor vehicle to access rural and remote project sites.
• Handling field equipment and materials, which may involve lifting and carrying items weighing up to approximately 40 lbs.
• Performing physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods during fieldwork.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must be in possession of valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance. Participation in the DMV Employer Pull Notice Program (driving record) is required. The candidate will be required to update their insurance with Chico State Enterprises Human Resources when necessary.

BENEFITS:

Benefits for employees working 30 hours or more per week include employer paid life insurance ($50,000) and long-term disability; options for health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA; paid holidays including 1 personal holiday; vacation accrual (initially 10 days/year); sick leave (up to 12 days/year); employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan (up to 8%).

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, submit the following documents by May 15, 2026. Documents submitted after this date may not be considered.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• CSE Application (PDF)
• Three Professional References

BY DROP BOX:https://csuchico.app.box.com/f/2d78db8056ac4e19a893b411df856247

BY EMAIL:csejobs@csuchico.edu

Paper applications will not be accepted; however, Chico State Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is happy to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants at any step of the application process. If you need assistance in this regard, or are having technical difficulties, please contact the Human Resources office at 530-898-6811 or csejobs@csuchico.edu prior to 5:00 p.m. on the document deadline date. The employer is Chico State Enterprises, a nonprofit corporation serving as an auxiliary organization of California State University, Chico. Employment is considered to be at-will.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Chico State Enterprises provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. It is Chico State Enterprises’ policy to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work.

Evandale Farm is seeking a Livestock Enterprise & Farm Manager to join our growing team as a core staff member and long-term contributor to the farm’s development. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with grass-based livestock management, a strong commitment to responsible land stewardship, and an interest in helping develop the broader vision of a diversified farm over time. This role will initially focus on managing and growing the farm’s beef cattle operation, stewarding pasture and soil health, and maintaining farm infrastructure. As the farm grows and diversifies, the ideal Farm Manager will also help oversee the expansion of the livestock program as well as additional enterprises and staff, including future fruit and vegetable production teams. This is an opportunity for someone who is passionate about regenerative agriculture and excited to help build a thoughtful, diversified farm operation over the long term.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Livestock Management

• Oversee and manage the farm’s grass-fed Angus cattle operation
• Implement and maintain rotational grazing systems
• Monitor herd health, feeding systems, and animal welfare
• Manage breeding, calving, and herd growth planning

Land & Pasture Stewardship

• Manage pasture systems to promote long-term soil health
• Monitor forage conditions and adjust grazing strategies accordingly
• Support regenerative agricultural practices that improve ecosystem health

Farm Infrastructure & Equipment

• Maintain fencing systems, water systems, gates, and pasture infrastructure
• Oversee farm equipment use and maintenance
• Operate tractors and assist with light excavation when necessary
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform general farm repairs

Farm Operations & Coordination

• Support planning and development of additional farm enterprises
• Coordinate with staff, interns, and volunteers
• Assist in hiring and supervising future enterprise managers
• Maintain operational organization and farm records

Leadership & Community Engagement

• Help cultivate a collaborative and educational farm environment
• Provide leadership and mentorship to farm staff and trainees
• Support community engagement through farm events and educational programming

SKILLS + QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years experience managing grass-fed cattle (required)
• Previous farm management experience strongly preferred
• Experience supervising farm staff, interns, or volunteers
• Strong interest in helping develop a diversified multi-enterprise farm
• Leadership and teaching experience in an agricultural setting preferred
• Strong customer service and community engagement skills preferred

Technical Skills

• Excellent working knowledge of soil health, pasture management, and fencing systems
• Experience with high tunnel production or season extension preferred
• Tractor operation experience required
• Light excavator operation experience preferred
• On-farm mechanical experience and troubleshooting ability required

Administrative Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and solve problems in the field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Workspace

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role requires working outdoors in a wide range of environmental conditions and maintaining a flexible schedule as needed during peak farm seasons. Weekend work may be required.

Why Join Evandale Farm

Evandale Farm is a long-term vision to build a place where responsible agriculture, ecological stewardship, and community life come together. The Farm Manager will play a central role in shaping that vision and helping build a thriving farm enterprise that supports the health of both the land and the surrounding community.

For Job Description and to Apply please use the following link:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/62572b82-296c-45bc-b207-29e9ca1bbfb3/Glynwood-Center-In

Iron Rose Ranch is seeking a dedicated, observant, and team-oriented Regenerative Agricultural Department Manager to lead the practical implementation of regenerative agricultural principles across the Ranch. This position will report to the Ranch Manager and coordinate with other Department Managers to advance the Ranch’s vision, mission, and ecological outcomes while ensuring strong livestock performance and operational excellence. The ideal candidate combines hands-on livestock management experience with a deep understanding of regenerative principles, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Regenerative Land & Livestock Management

• Implement regenerative agricultural principles in alignment with the Ranch’s vision and mission.
• Apply context-specific decision-making based on careful observation of land, livestock, and ecological indicators.
• Manage and measure key indicators of regenerative progress, including soil health, forage performance, water cycle function, and biodiversity.
• Observe and interpret livestock behavior and performance indicators to inform adaptive management decisions.
• Support and optimize multi-enterprise livestock systems and their proper integration.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and manage Ranch staff in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Foster high morale, accountability, and professional growth within the Ranch team.
• Work closely with the Ranch Manager to execute strategic goals and operational objectives.
• Promote a culture of ongoing education, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Be coachable and committed to personal and professional development.

Strategic & Operational Support

• Align day-to-day Ranch operations with long-term ecological and financial objectives.
• Assist in monitoring operational performance and key production metrics.
• Contribute to sound decision-making through a working understanding of agricultural economics and ranch finance.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the on-ranch team, ownership, and key stakeholders.

Communication & Reporting

• Maintain strong written and oral communication across all levels of the organization.
• Provide clear updates on livestock performance, land health indicators, and operational progress.
• Represent Iron Rose Ranch professionally with partners, vendors, and stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Clear understanding of the foundational principles of regenerative agriculture.
• Demonstrated ability to apply regenerative principles within the specific context of a working ranch.
• Experience managing livestock in multi-enterprise systems.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in agricultural or ranch settings.
• Strong observational skills with the ability to translate observations into practical management decisions.
• Working knowledge of key regenerative and production metrics.
• Basic understanding of agricultural economics and financial principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.

Key Competencies

• Adaptive management and systems thinking.
• Observational intelligence and situational awareness.
• Team leadership and morale building.
• Strategic alignment with organizational vision.
• Accountability and results orientation.
• Coachability and growth mindset.

Education: High School or Equivalent (required). Four-year degree in Agriculture (regenerative focus preferable) or other applicable degree program. A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Reports to: Ranch Manager

Employment: Full Time/Exempt

Position Description
Reports To: Board of Directors
Status: Full-Time, flexible hours

Location: Remote / Statewide (Must reside in Wyoming)

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) will provide visionary leadership, ensuring the sustainable growth and impact of the organization. This role combines implementation of strategic planning, staff team management, community outreach, fundraising, grant writing, communication, program development, and partnership cultivation to advance our mission and strengthen organizational capacity. The ED is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission: strengthening local food systems by connecting stakeholders and amplifying voices so that Wyoming producers, eaters, and environments thrive. This role requires a visionary leader who can manage diverse working groups, lead statewide fundraising efforts, and represent the coalition in legislative and public arenas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Partner with the Board of Directors to implement and keep the multi-year strategic plan
  up to date.
• Support the operation of the Board by providing timely reports, advising on policy,
  ensuring adherence to governance calendar, and facilitating board development.
• Manage staff team to maintain and increase statewide impact and grow the organization
  along with BOD’s goals and strategic plan.
• Ensure the WFC’s values of equity, inclusivity, and shared leadership are integrated into
  all programming and communications.

2. Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Building

• Periodically check in and support the work of WFC’s various Working Groups.
• Lead Event Planning and Organizational Sustainability meetings monthly.
• Foster relationships with statewide partners including fellow non-profits, producer-centric advocacy groups, grass-roots organizations, institutions, state and federal agencies, and various food security groups.
• Represent the WFC at public events, legislative hearings, and conferences to advocate for food system resilience.
• Track and record outreach and engagement for grant reporting and outreach strategy implementation.

3. Financial Management & Fundraising

• Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Board Treasurer.
• Report expenses and organize data monthly to support the Treasurer in developing their monthly reports.
• Diversify revenue streams through aggressive grant writing, individual donor cultivation, fundraising, and corporate sponsorships.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding 501(c)(3) status and grant reporting.

4. Operations & Communications

• Supervise staff, contractors, and volunteers (including Americorps VISTA members if applicable).
• Oversee the organization’s digital presence and the work of the Communication Director (website, social media, and newsletter) to ensure consistent internal and external messaging.
• Lead the coordination of the annual Wyoming Food Coalition Conference and other statewide educational events.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years of leadership in a nonprofit or food-system-related field (preferred
  but not required).
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of Wyoming’s unique agricultural landscape, the
  Wyoming Food Freedom Act, and our state’s unique food security challenges.
• Skills: Exceptional grant writing, written and oral communication, organization,
  delegation, and project management skills.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Public Administration, Communications, Social Justice, Environmental Studies, or a related field (a plus, but not required-previous experience is more important than formal education for this application).

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about local food, rural resilience, and community resilience? The Wyoming Food Coalition is seeking a dynamic, visionary Executive Director to lead our statewide network. In a state as vast as Wyoming, the “connector” role is vital. Through policy and organizing, we are helping build the systems that make local food accessible, profitable for producers, and sustainable for the land.

Who We Are Looking For

• A bridge-builder who can talk to a rancher in Niobrara County, a policymaker in Cheyenne, and a community advocate on the Wind River Indian Reservation with equal ease.
• A strategic fundraiser who sees a grant opportunity and knows exactly how to align it with community needs.
• An advocate who believes that thriving farms and ranches, food sovereignty and local economies are the backbone of the Equality State.
• A delegator who can manage and motivate a team with thoughtful consideration to achieve the goals of the organization statewide.

What You’ll Do

As ED, you will orchestrate the inner workings of WFC. You’ll spend your days supporting the staff and working groups, securing the funding that keeps our initiatives alive, interacting with food system partners, and ensuring that Wyoming-grown food finds its way to Wyoming plates. You’ll manage our annual conference, coordinate our staff team, and have a direct impact on the food and agricultural resilience of our state.

Why Wyoming?

This is a remote-friendly position that allows you to work from anywhere. You will be expected to travel approximately once a month to events around the state. You will join a passionate board, a motivated staff team, and a network of hundreds of stakeholders committed to a diverse, thriving, and equitable food economy.

Ravenwing Farm and Ranch is seeking a reliable, hardworking Ranch Hand to support daily operations. You’ll work directly with livestock, equipment and land to keep the ranch running smoothly year round.

Reports to: MDF Director of Private Land Conservation
Classification: Salaried / Exempt
Start Date: May 1, 2026, or sooner
Term: 3 years (with potential for extension based on funding)

Position Location: Remote within the Great Plains region, with regional travel required. Preference for candidates located within the Southern Great Plains due to program delivery priorities.

Job Summary

The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) is seeking a qualified and motivated Program Manager to lead MDF’s grant‑supported work under the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) Grassland Resilience and Conservation Initiative (GRACI). GRACI is an NFWF program that invests in voluntary conservation efforts to strengthen the long‑term resilience and health of working grasslands. Within MDF’s Private Land Conservation Program, this effort will be delivered through MDF’s Great Plains and Grasslands Initiatives, advancing voluntary, incentive-based conservation to enhance mule deer and other wildlife habitat on private and working lands across the Plains states.

This position is responsible for managing day-to-day implementation across multiple states, including supervising and coordinating staff, working with partners, and ensuring successful delivery of grazing management and wildlife habitat improvement projects on private lands. The Program Manager will report directly to the Director of Private Land Conservation and will work under that direction to ensure successful program delivery, including regular coordination on priorities, progress, and implementation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of MDF’s GRACI program within the Great Plains Initiative
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and supervising program field staff responsible for landowner enrollment and project delivery
• Lead and coordinate program field staff across multiple states
• Work directly with private landowners and ranchers to evaluate grazing systems and develop practical grazing management improvements
• Promote and design adoption of regenerative and adaptive grazing practices that improve grassland health, production, soil health, water function, and wildlife habitat
• Conduct outreach to identify, engage, and enroll landowners in the program
• Work closely with NRCS field staff and partners to incorporate Farm Bill programs (EQIP, CSP, etc.) where feasible
• Manage grant administration, including budgeting, record keeping, tracking accomplishments, and reporting to NFWF
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, deliverables, and timelines
• Support development of partnerships, including engagement with corporate partners and potential funding sources
• Develop and maintain systems for tracking program metrics and outcomes

Essential Duties

• Provide day-to-day supervision, leadership and direction to program field staff
• Maintain regular communication with the Director of Private Land Conservation regarding program progress and needs
• Support program staff in project planning, prioritization, and addressing implementation challenges
• Represent MDF in meetings, workshops, and outreach events
• Ensure consistent and high-quality delivery of grazing management and wildlife habitat improvement practices
• Support adaptive management and continuous improvement of program delivery

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in rangeland management, natural resources, wildlife biology, ecology, agricultural sciences, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in conservation, rangeland management, grazing management, ranch management, or a related agricultural field
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing grazing management plans
• Experience working with private landowners
• Experience supervising staff or leading teams

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in the Great Plains region
• Experience with regenerative or adaptive grazing systems strongly preferred
• Experience working directly with private landowners and ranchers on conservation or grazing management projects
• Experience managing grant-funded programs, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance
• Experience supporting multi-partner conservation efforts
• Experience engaging corporate or private funding partners
• Familiarity with NRCS programs and ability to work effectively with NRCS field offices

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and program management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a large geographic area
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, support, and hold staff accountable
• Practical understanding of grazing systems and ranch operations
• Strong attention to detail in tracking, reporting, and compliance
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills in program implementation
• Ability to lead and support a distributed team

Work Environment

• Remote position with regional overnight travel required
• Must be comfortable working across a large geographic area and with a distributed team
• Some weekend work may be required

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.For questions regarding the position, please contact Collin Smith, Director of Private Land Conservation, at csmith@muledeer.org

Looking for a single person that wants to do an internship on our 450 acre 1886 homestead. Duties include Goat husbandry and milking, processing milk, making kefir, yogurt, cheese, and delivery to drop points. Also regenerative agriculture with rain catchment, landscaping, soil and compost. Building skills are a plus and experience with goats, tractors, chickens also would be a blessing.

Come work in Jackson Hole this summer! We are hiring Farm Hands to help run our market garden on the historic Linn Ranch.

Our family set up their homestead on this land under the shadow of the Tetons way back in 1905. Jackson Hole has changed a lot since then, but you’ll get to step back in time and experience life here the way it used to be. Spend your days outside in the sunshine digging in the dirt under old-growth cottonwood trees, and help us try to figure out how to farm in one of the most beautiful–and wild–places left on Earth.

We grow a high yields of produce in our outdoor garden plots and greenhouses on roughly 1/4 of an acre by using regenerative agriculture and organic production practices. You will be helping prepare raised beds, seed crops, cultivate & harvest, and finally wash, pack, and help us get our produce to customers. We do most of our work with hand tools and limited small-scale machinery in an intensive deep-mulch soil-building system with minimal mechanical tillage. Our goal is to produce incredibly delicious and nuturient-dense veggies, while also building soil health and biodiversity.

We are planning to hire two paid employees this season. Our planting season starts in April and kicks into high gear in May. We will start harvesting in June and doing weekly CSA pickups, along with online orders, restaurant deliveries, a farmers’ market booth, and our farm store.

• must work 8 hours on harvest days (Mondays & Wednesdays)
• flexible schedule during the rest of the week
• must be able to lift 40 lbs
• must be comfortable and have gear to work outdoors in all kinds of conditions
• all ages and experience levels are welcome to apply!

The Cascabel Conservation Association Hermitage Program invites expressions of interest for the volunteer position of Hermitage Program Coordinator. This position is ideal for someone wanting to experience living simply in a remote rural community in the Sonoran Desert for 3-9 months of the year while shaping the evolution of the Hermitage Program and supporting sojourners’ experiences of individual and small group wilderness sojourns. We are open to creative solutions for filling this position, including several people sharing the responsibilities.

Oniya Ranch is seeking an exceptional Ranch Manager to lead daily operations of our regenerative cattle ranch and luxury retreat property. This is a hands-on, on-site leadership role requiring operational excellence, land stewardship, hospitality-level standards, and the ability to build systems from the ground up.

This is a rare opportunity to join at the foundational stage of our herd development and help shape the future of a regenerative beef-to-consumer program within a high-end retreat and event destination.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIeS

Property & Estate Operations

• Maintain all buildings, barns, lawns, ponds, trails, and facilities to hospitality-level standards
• Manage additional vendors needed in landscaping, construction, and equipment maintenance
• Ensure property readiness for retreats, yoga teacher trainings, private events, and film productions

Regenerative Ranch Management

• Develop and execute land-specific grazing strategies
• Lead herd build-out, genetics planning, and cattle health protocols
• Manage irrigation systems, pastures, fencing, and infrastructure
• Work in concert with manager of horses, cattle, barn cats, and chickens with exceptional care
• Experienced horsemanship and equine care

Beef-to-Consumer Development

• Support the growth of a direct-to-consumer beef program
• Help build streamlined systems for processing, branding, and distribution
• Contribute to creating a culinary-forward, health-conscious ranch experience for guests and consumers of product

Leadership

• Lead with integrity, accountability, and collaborative spirit
• Manage team members and outside contractors effectively
• Maintain a solutions-based, positive presence with staff and guests

Ideal Candidate

• Strong estate/property management background
• Skilled in equipment operation, vehicle maintenance, fencing, irrigation, and light construction
• Proven experience in regenerative ranching and cattle management
• Experience with beef-to-consumer operations preferred
• Detail-oriented with hospitality-level standards
• Emotionally intelligent, steady under pressure, and proactive
• Alcohol-free while on duty
• This is an on-site management role. Evening responsibilities and emergencies are part of the position.

Compensation & Benefits

• On-site housing provided
• Fully paid health insurance
• Two weeks’ vacation
• Competitive salary based on experience
• If you are a grounded leader who values land stewardship, operational excellence, and creating a meaningful guest experience, we invite you to apply.

Coverdale Farm Preserve features four key enterprises: four-season vegetable production, livestock/poultry husbandry and production, on-farm market, and farm-based education/engagement. The Farm Apprentice is an interdisciplinary, seasonal position involved in each of the four enterprises with a focus on vegetable production and livestock/poultry husbandry and production. The Farm Apprentice program provides comprehensive training/experience to prepare one for service to community through regenerative agriculture. The Farm Apprentice is an integral member of the Farm Team working in coordination with the Site Director/Farm Manager, Vegetable Production Manager, Vegetable Production Assistant, Program Manager, Education & Preschool Coordinator, Education Assistant, Market Team, Seasonal Educators, Seasonal Livestock Team, and Volunteers in the implementation of all aspects of whole-farm operations. The Coverdale Farm Apprentice plays a key role in our work, bringing applicable knowledge and passion to achieve our vision of building an economically robust enterprise that models farming with environmental integrity.
This position reports to: Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Assists Vegetable Production Team in all aspects of annual production plan implementation by completing daily and weekly work lists associated with vegetable production. Scope of this work will include but is not limited to seed propagation, soil maintenance, crop maintenance, planting/cultivation, irrigation management, pest/plant disease control, harvesting/washing/packing of produce, distribution, general upkeep of vegetable production spaces, on-site sales/customer engagement, etc.
• Assists Livestock/Poultry Production Team in all aspects of animal husbandry tasks and adaptive grazing management plan implementation by completing daily and weekly work tasks associated with livestock production. Scope of this work will include but is not limited to general care of chickens, turkeys, cows, goats, and sheep, movement of livestock structures/materials, veterinary appointments, general maintenance of all livestock facilities/pastures, feed management, egg processing/packaging, turkey harvest and distribution, etc.
• Supports and participates in farm-based community engagement activities such as weekend Pick-Your-Own project, education programs, farmer training workshops, farm tours, and special events.
• Supports and participates in weekend on-farm retail market activities including farm product set-up and clean-up, customer engagement, and Market Team education.
• Promotes & supports DelNature’s mission, values, goals, activities, and membership to a wide array of audiences.
• Performs other duties as requested by supervisor or leadership staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• Commitment to and passion for the mission of Delaware Nature Society and Coverdale Farm Preserve.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Post high school work in relevant field preferred.
• Interest in and passion for regenerative agriculture including plant production, animal husbandry and production, customer service, and/or environmental/farm-based education.
• Professional maturity and positive interpersonal skills with friendly attitude.
• Organized, willing to take initiative, think and act proactively to solve problems and assess priorities, and manage a variety of tasks calmly and effectively.
• Flexibility, dependability, critical thinking, decision-making skills, working as part of a team.
• Excellent public relations and communication skills with ease and enthusiasm for talking to individuals of all ages.
• Ability to work as a professional team member in an active, changing environment.
• Clean driving record with a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with others.
• 18 years of age or older.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work outside for extended periods of time in various weather conditions.
• Participate in hard physical labor for extended periods of time in various weather conditions.
• Lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds and remain physically active throughout the day.
• Ability to move around the work environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in farm-based activities in a variety of indoor and/or outdoor settings, weather, and terrains.

Regenerative Grazier/Herder – Full-Time Position (Immediate Start) Seeking an experienced grazier for a grain-free, Organic-Certified regenerative farm in northern Virginia. Manage 400+ acres of pasture and woodland (plus 200+ leased acres) for multi-species livestock: cattle, sheep, pastured pork, and poultry. Must hold a college degree or accredited grazing program certification; 2+ years in adaptive pasture management (grasses, legumes, forbs) and grain-free livestock nutrition strongly preferred. Goal: Optimization of Soil Health and productivity using livestock. Essential skills, or willingness to learn: low-stress livestock handling, vaccination/healthcare, trailering, machinery operation, and fence/infrastructure maintenance. Direct-to-consumer marketing and sales experience highly valued. Team-oriented, hands-on collaborator required. Direct Report to CEO.