Muleshoe Ranch Preserve Steward
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Apply here: https://careers.tnc.org/us/en/job/JR103948/Muleshoe-Preserve-Steward
Muleshoe Ranch Preserve | Arizona
The Nature Conservancy
Live and work on a remote conservation ranch, solve practical problems, and help care for one of Arizona’s most remarkable landscapes. The Nature Conservancy seeks a mechanically minded Preserve Steward who enjoys outdoor work and rural living. This role maintains facilities and infrastructure, supports stream and spring restoration, cares for equipment and vehicles, leads work crews, and helps keep the Preserve operating safely and effectively.
About Muleshoe Ranch: Muleshoe Ranch Preserve protects thousands of acres of desert grassland, foothills, canyons, riparian habitat, and seven live streams important to native fish. Its headquarters include historic ranch infrastructure, roads, water systems, wells, fencing, restoration sites, and visitor facilities. The position is based at Preserve headquarters and requires living on-site in Conservancy-provided housing.
What You’ll Do
No two days are alike. Responsibilities include:
- Maintain buildings, housing, utilities, roads, fences, wells, water systems, generators, vehicles, tools, and equipment.
- Troubleshoot repairs and operate tractors, implements, chainsaws, pumps, and other equipment.
- Build and maintain erosion-control and habitat-restoration projects and support invasive-species management.
- Lead seasonal staff, volunteers, and work crews; coordinate contractor access and field operations.
- Help prepare for wildfire, storms, flooding, and other emergencies.
Who Thrives Here: Strong candidates may come from ranching, farming, wildland fire, equipment operation, facilities maintenance, construction, mechanics, military service, conservation corps, or outdoor recreation leadership. They can work independently, diagnose problems, learn new tools, maintain equipment and land, and work well with coworkers and visitors in a remote setting.
Living and Working at Muleshoe: The Preserve is about one hour from the nearest town and more than two hours from the nearest TNC office. Staff housing, guest housing, offices, and shops are close together, so interaction with coworkers, visitors, researchers, and partners is common. The setting offers dark skies, wildlife, outdoor work, and a close-knit community.
Position Term: This is currently a nine-month term appointment. Candidates interested in building a long-term role at Muleshoe Ranch are encouraged to apply. https://careers.tnc.org/us/en/job/JR103948/Muleshoe-Preserve-Steward
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $21.10 – $22.42 hourly rate. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate’s location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
What We Bring:
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here. We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.
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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
Wildlife Habitat Biologist – Hugo, CO
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Please submit a one-page cover letter and resume in ONE document to applicants@birdconservancy.org with “First name_Last Name Hugo Wildlife Habitat Biologist” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until October 12th.
Position Class: Wildlife Habitat Biologist I or II
FLSA Status: Full Time / Exempt / Salaried
Reports to: Grassland Program Manager
Direct Reports: None
Start Date: November 2026
Position Overview: We are hiring a Wildlife Habitat Biologist (biologist) to deliver wildlife habitat conservation projects in eastern Colorado. This position is a partnership between the US Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. The biologist will help agricultural producers improve wildlife habitat and achieve their management objectives by developing comprehensive conservation plans, assessing resources, surveying habitats, and coordinating implementation of projects (e.g. infrastructure for water and fence improvements, grazing management plans, invasive species treatment, range plantings etc.). The biologist will work with federal, state, and local natural resource professionals, and will use voluntary, incentive-based funding opportunities (e.g. Farm Bill) to implement conservation primarily on private lands and will develop lasting relationships with landowners. The biologist will be jointly supervised by Bird Conservancy and NRCS and will travel throughout the region using a provided vehicle.
About the Area: Hugo, CO is a small rural town of approximately 800 residents in the shortgrass prairie of eastern Colorado. A small historical railroad town built on the Overland Trail, Hugo’s economy is based on agriculture and ranching. Hugo is home to the Lincoln County Fairgrounds, two local parks, a museum, and a nature trail. Kinney Lake State Wildlife Area is nearby and offers excellent birding and fishing. Limon is only a 20-minute drive away and provides access to more urban amenities and housing options.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities for WHB I:
- Provide technical and programmatic support, including recommending management prescriptions for wildlife conservation efforts for landowners in association with state wildlife habitat programs and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) Farm Bill Conservation Programs.
- Enroll privately owned lands into the USDA Farm Bill Conservation Programs (EQIP, WLFW, GRP, CRP, etc.) by utilizing partnership efforts with USFWS Partners Program, relevant state wildlife and habitat programs, and others.
- Develop and sustain cooperative working relationships with landowners, conservation groups, local and regional wildlife agencies and other resource professionals (e.g., Cattleman/woman association, local weed and pest districts, etc.).
- Identify, develop and provide formal trainings and products to landowners and other stakeholders for informational and outreach purposes
- Collaborate across Bird Conservancy of the Rockies (BCR) programmatic teams
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities for WHB II:
- Independently identify, lead, and deliver projects to enhance, restore, or improve management of wildlife habitat on privately-owned land in partnership with the USDA-NRCS and their clients (landowners) by leveraging USDA Farm Bill Conservation Programs and relevant state wildlife or habitat programs.
- Maintain and bolster cooperative working relationships with landowners, collaborative conservation groups, local and regional wildlife agencies and other resource professionals (e.g. Cattlemen/Cattlewomen associations, local weed and pest districts, etc.).
- Lead, develop, and deliver formal trainings and products to landowners and other stakeholders for the purposes of enhancing, restoring or improving management of wildlife habitat
- Integrate with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies’ Science and Education programs
Other Duties (WHB I & II)
- Use critical thinking to develop and implement conservation projects and habitat enhancement efforts targeting priority landscapes as outlined in various conservation efforts
- Develop technical proficiency in conservation planning and agency business tools
- Manage existing restoration projects by conducting monitoring and prescribing management activities
- Assist partner agency and other collaborators in conducting biological assessments
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required (unless otherwise noted):
- Bachelor’s degree (M.S. preferred) in a conservation-related field (e.g., wildlife biology, ecology, human dimensions of natural resources, rangeland ecology, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Farm Bill Conservation Programs (preference given to candidates with this experience)
- Ability and desire to work with a diversity of people including state, federal, and non-governmental resource professionals, agricultural producers and other community representatives
- Motivated self-starter who is comfortable working independently under remote supervision and who is highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Practical understanding of habitat restoration, ecology and land management
- Knowledge of eastern Colorado flora and fauna, particularly grassland communities
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with GIS software is desirable
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to work in a standard office setting, with considerable sitting, standing and viewing computer screens
- Mid-level stress
- Requires reaching continually throughout the workday (mouse, keyboard, telephone)
- May include lifting up to thirty (30) pounds of project gear on a frequent basis. Proper lifting techniques required
- Able to stand, walk, and hike for extended periods of time outside in all weather
- Able to work independently in remote locations where hazardous wildlife and conditions may be present
- Ability to troubleshoot when working solo (flat tires, cattle gates, etc.)
- Valid state driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the landscape on a regular basis, often to remote locations in inclement weather or adverse conditions
Material and Equipment Directly Used:
- Various habitat restoration and enhancement materials (e.g. stock tank ladders, fence markers)
- Standard office equipment (e.g., laptop and printers); PC with MS Office software applications
- Navigate to field sites and record data using GPS, smartphones, tablets, or other technology
- Operate federal vehicles, including cars, trucks, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or utility task vehicles (UTVs)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies aims to avoid partiality in hiring. As such, we ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully applied. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. A post-offer background check is required.
As an organization, we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job from varied backgrounds and with varied lived experiences. Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to gender identity, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, or other characteristics protected by law. For the purpose of Bird Conservancy’s policy, “sexual orientation” means a person’s actual or perceived orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, or bisexuality. Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (303) 659-4348 for assistance.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor. Nothing in this job description creates, is intended to create, or shall be construed to constitute a contract of employment, express or implied. Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
Salary: $58-67K commensurate with experience
Benefits: This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package (paid time off, 403(b) retirement plan, health, dental and vision insurance)
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies (Bird Conservancy) is a 501-c(3) non-profit headquartered at the Environmental Learning Center at Barr Lake State Park with a satellite office in Fort Collins and fieldwork outposts in the Great Plains Region and Intermountain West. We conserve birds and their habitats through an integrated approach of Science, Education, and Stewardship. Our work radiates from the Rockies to the Great Plains, Mexico and beyond.
Wildlife Habitat Biologist – Fort Morgan, CO
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Please submit a one-page cover letter and resume in ONE document to applicants@birdconservancy.org with “First name_Last Name Fort Morgan Wildlife Habitat Biologist” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until October 12th.
Position Class: Wildlife Habitat Biologist I or II
FLSA Status: Full Time / Exempt / Salaried
Reports to: Grassland Program Manager
Direct Reports: None
Start Date: November 2026
Position Overview: We are hiring a Wildlife Habitat Biologist (biologist) to deliver wildlife habitat conservation projects in eastern Colorado. This position is a partnership between the US Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. The biologist will help agricultural producers improve wildlife habitat and achieve their management objectives by developing comprehensive conservation plans, assessing resources, surveying habitats, and coordinating implementation of projects (e.g. infrastructure for water and fence improvements, grazing management plans, invasive species treatment, range plantings etc.). The biologist will work with federal, state, and local natural resource professionals, and will use voluntary, incentive-based funding opportunities (e.g. Farm Bill) to implement conservation primarily on private lands and will develop lasting relationships with landowners. The biologist will be jointly supervised by Bird Conservancy and NRCS and will travel throughout the region using a provided vehicle.
About the Area: Fort Morgan, CO is a rural town of approximately 11,000 residents. A historical town built on the Overland Trail, Fort Morgan’s economy is based on agriculture and ranching. Situated on a low plateau, the town overlooks the South Platte River and is part of the Shortgrass Prairie of the Great Plains. Fort Morgan is home to Fort Morgan Community College and is approximately one hour from Denver, Colorado’s capital city with shopping, restaurants, and an international airport. Fort Morgan is within close proximity to Pawnee National Grassland and offers numerous outdoor recreation opportunities with Jackson Lake State Park.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities for WHB I:
- Provide technical and programmatic support, including recommending management prescriptions for wildlife conservation efforts for landowners in association with state wildlife habitat programs and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) Farm Bill Conservation Programs.
- Enroll privately owned lands into the USDA Farm Bill Conservation Programs (EQIP, WLFW, GRP, CRP, etc.) by utilizing partnership efforts with USFWS Partners Program, relevant state wildlife and habitat programs, and others.
- Develop and sustain cooperative working relationships with landowners, conservation groups, local and regional wildlife agencies and other resource professionals (e.g., Cattleman/woman association, local weed and pest districts, etc.).
- Identify, develop and provide formal trainings and products to landowners and other stakeholders for informational and outreach purposes
- Collaborate across Bird Conservancy of the Rockies (BCR) programmatic teams
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities for WHB II:
- Independently identify, lead, and deliver projects to enhance, restore, or improve management of wildlife habitat on privately-owned land in partnership with the USDA-NRCS and their clients (landowners) by leveraging USDA Farm Bill Conservation Programs and relevant state wildlife or habitat programs.
- Maintain and bolster cooperative working relationships with landowners, collaborative conservation groups, local and regional wildlife agencies and other resource professionals (e.g. Cattlemen/Cattlewomen associations, local weed and pest districts, etc.).
- Lead, develop, and deliver formal trainings and products to landowners and other stakeholders for the purposes of enhancing, restoring or improving management of wildlife habitat
- Integrate with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies’ Science and Education programs
Other Duties (WHB I & II)
- Use critical thinking to develop and implement conservation projects and habitat enhancement efforts targeting priority landscapes as outlined in various conservation efforts
- Develop technical proficiency in conservation planning and agency business tools
- Manage existing restoration projects by conducting monitoring and prescribing management activities
- Assist partner agency and other collaborators in conducting biological assessments
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required (unless otherwise noted):
- Bachelor’s degree (M.S. preferred) in a conservation-related field (e.g., wildlife biology, ecology, human dimensions of natural resources, rangeland ecology, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Farm Bill Conservation Programs (preference given to candidates with this experience)
- Ability and desire to work with a diversity of people including state, federal, and non-governmental resource professionals, agricultural producers and other community representatives
- Motivated self-starter who is comfortable working independently under remote supervision and who is highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Practical understanding of habitat restoration, ecology and land management
- Knowledge of eastern Colorado flora and fauna, particularly grassland communities
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with GIS software is desirable
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to work in a standard office setting, with considerable sitting, standing and viewing computer screens
- Mid-level stress
- Requires reaching continually throughout the workday (mouse, keyboard, telephone)
- May include lifting up to thirty (30) pounds of project gear on a frequent basis. Proper lifting techniques required
- Able to stand, walk, and hike for extended periods of time outside in all weather
- Able to work independently in remote locations where hazardous wildlife and conditions may be present
- Ability to troubleshoot when working solo (flat tires, cattle gates, etc.)
- Valid state driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the landscape on a regular basis, often to remote locations in inclement weather or adverse conditions
Material and Equipment Directly Used:
- Various habitat restoration and enhancement materials (e.g. stock tank ladders, fence markers)
- Standard office equipment (e.g., laptop and printers); PC with MS Office software applications
- Navigate to field sites and record data using GPS, smartphones, tablets, or other technology
- Operate federal vehicles, including cars, trucks, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or utility task vehicles (UTVs)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies aims to avoid partiality in hiring. As such, we ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully applied. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. A post-offer background check is required.
As an organization, we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job from varied backgrounds and with varied lived experiences. Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to gender identity, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, or other characteristics protected by law. For the purpose of Bird Conservancy’s policy, “sexual orientation” means a person’s actual or perceived orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, or bisexuality. Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (303) 659-4348 for assistance.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor. Nothing in this job description creates, is intended to create, or shall be construed to constitute a contract of employment, express or implied. Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
Salary: $58-67K commensurate with experience
Benefits: This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package (paid time off, 403(b) retirement plan, health, dental and vision insurance)
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies (Bird Conservancy) is a 501-c(3) non-profit headquartered at the Environmental Learning Center at Barr Lake State Park with a satellite office in Fort Collins and fieldwork outposts in the Great Plains Region and Intermountain West. We conserve birds and their habitats through an integrated approach of Science, Education, and Stewardship. Our work radiates from the Rockies to the Great Plains, Mexico and beyond.
Herd and Land Manager
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
CONTACT: sheepmountainpartners@gmail.com Please send a resume and letter of introduction that hits the high points and tells us anything else you’d like us to know about yourself.
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- Monitor herd health and handle daily husbandry, including calving, branding, weaning, culling, and pregnancy checks.
- Execute adaptive multi-paddock planning and grazing moves using virtual fencing and temporary electric fence to maximize herd impact.
- Manage and maintain the 1800s-era ditch system and irrigation to support meadow health.
- Keep fences, corrals, and ranch infrastructure in good repair, including US Forest Service allotment boundaries.
- Manage and direct seasonal ranch hands.
- Monitor pasture and forage, and adjust management to align with our holistic context goal of doubling forage productivity and biodiversity to grow the herd and improve wildlife habitat.
- Maintain accurate records and planning for stock wellness, cow sales, and grazing plans, as well as data for partner reports.
- Operate and maintain ranch equipment (tractors, Gator, trucks, trailers, and ATVs).
- Run an organized and well supplied operation.
- Participate in a weekly meeting with the owners and submit a written weekly report with photos.
- Assist with formal monitoring to comply with NRCS Conservation Stewardship Partnership protocols around conservation grazing and wildlife infrastructure.
- Build a balanced professional relationship with the owners and take responsibility for stewarding the ranch and overseeing the financial asset, as the owners are not living on the ranch.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Two to three years of ranch experience working directly with a holistically managed cow herd, including: monitoring herd health, feeding and supplementing, doctoring, calving, evaluating forage, sorting, shipping, planning and implementing adaptive grazing.
- Strong stockmanship skills, including experience with low-stress handling.
- Experience with sheet flow irrigation and fence and water system repair/maintenance.
- Ability to raise problems early, communicate effectively, accept feedback and adjust, and work collaboratively with the ranch owners. Easily accept input, answer questions, and change course when needed.
- Valid driver’s license and legal work status.
- Strong organizational skills and record-keeping practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Halter virtual fencing technology and adaptive multi-paddock grazing systems.
- Training through a regenerative practice.
- Basic veterinary experience.
- Background in holistic management and ecological monitoring.
- Some mechanical aptitude for maintaining ranch equipment and buildings, and knowing enough to recognize when a situation requires additional help and resources.
- Experience working cattle horseback independently and with a crew.
- Experience driving a tractor and winter feeding in harsh weather conditions.
- Salary range $35,000 to $40,000, commensurate with experience.
- $200 per month stipend toward health insurance.
- Ranch truck, Gator, stock trailer, and tractor provided; mileage reimbursed for ranch business in personal vehicle.
- Approximately $2,000 annually for professional development.
OTHER DETAILS
- Full-time, year-round position with a two-year probationary period leading towards Ranch Manager title and increased staff/contractor management and more independent decision making.
- Housing provided on the ranch in a new house. Utilities included.
- Sundays off (urgent matters only); flexible vacation planned through weekly meetings.
Two Bar T Ranch is looking for a Herd & Land Manager to run day-to-day operations on 1,000 deeded acres. The ranch includes 400 irrigated acres in the Upper Gunnison Valley, plus a 5,000+ acre US Forest Service grazing allotment. This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to focus on soil health through applying adaptive grazing principles and will enjoy working closely with experienced, engaged, and active ranch owners.
We currently run a 200-head cow/calf operation in the summer and manage a year-round herd of approximately 100 cows with direct-to-consumer partners. We utilize AMP grazing with Halter virtual fence collars and temporary electric fencing, alongside low-stress stockmanship.
The owners live four hours away (and are on the ranch minimum one to two weeks a month), which makes this position the on-the-ground backbone of the ranch. You will run the place day-to-day and work from an orchestrated weekly, rather than daily, task list, with regular support from the owner remotely and on-site. The ranch is 8 miles north of Gunnison.
General Manager
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Submit a cover letter and resume to galen@puuohoku.com
The Ranch Manager acts as the on-site steward and operational leader of Puʻu O Hōkū Ranch. This role combines hospitality management, land and resource stewardship, and business operations into a cohesive regenerative system. The Ranch Manager will oversee all departments and programs — from eco-tourism and hospitality to land management and agriculture — ensuring that day-to-day operations align with the Ranch’s long-term ecological, cultural, and financial goals. This role requires strong experience in hospitality and guest services within a natural or rural setting, coupled with deep respect for Hawaiian values of mālama ʻāina and intergenerational stewardship. The Ranch Manager reports directly to the family and works closely with an administrative and financial support team. Pu’u O Hoku Ranch, PO Box 1889, Kaunakakai, HI 96748
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Stewardship
- Lead implementation of the Ranch’s 100-Year Strategic Vision & Roadmap (2025–2125).
- Develop and maintain annual operational plans that support long-term goals in ecology, economy, culture, and community.
- Balance the Four C’s in all decisions — ensuring that Conservation, Culture, Commerce, and Community evolve together sustainably.
- Oversee ecological restoration, renewable energy systems, and regenerative land management programs.
- Build and maintain partnerships with conservation, education, and tourism organizations.
Eco-Tourism & Hospitality Development
- Oversee and expand the Ranch’s eco- and agro-tourism programs, including guest lodging, guided experiences, and retreats.
- Develop hospitality standards that reflect the Ranch’s values of sustainability and authenticity.
- Coordinate staff training in service, safety, cultural engagement, and environmental education.
- Support marketing, guest communication, and partnerships to strengthen the Ranch’s reputation as a regenerative hospitality destination.
Agriculture & Resource Management
- Guide kava expansion and other regenerative agricultural ventures — focusing on soil health, agroforestry, and circular systems.
- Oversee guided axis deer hunts as both an ecological control measure and sustainable guest activity.
- Ensure all operations follow regenerative and conservation best practices.
- Monitor resource systems — water, power, infrastructure — and manage maintenance and improvement projects.
Community & Cultural Engagement
- Maintain strong relationships with the local Molokaʻi community, cultural practitioners, and neighboring landowners.
- Support educational programs, volunteer initiatives, and partnerships that connect visitors and residents to the Ranch’s mission.
- Foster a workplace culture that honors Hawaiian values, community well-being, and intergenerational knowledge transfer.
Financial & Operational Oversight
- Develop annual budgets, track progress toward financial sufficiency goals, and coordinate with the administrative office for reporting.
- Manage costs and efficiencies toward the Ranch’s 25-year goal of operational self-sufficiency.
- Identify and develop new revenue opportunities aligned with the Ranch’s mission (education, workshops, farm products, cultural experiences).
- Lead staff in accountability, teamwork, and integrity across all departments.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in hospitality management, eco-tourism, and regenerative land-based operations.
- Background in agriculture, land management, or conservation, ideally in island or remote environments.
- Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to motivate a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to regenerative principles, Hawaiian cultural values, and ecological stewardship.
- Financial literacy and experience with budgeting, reporting, and operational planning.
- Ability to work collaboratively with local community and diverse partners.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in hospitality, environmental management, or business administration preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in management
Desired Attributes
- Visionary and hands-on — comfortable shifting between strategy and fieldwork.
- Skilled at building teams, culture, and partnerships.
- Respectful of Hawaiian history, language, and customs.
- Excited by innovation, circular economies, and long-term sustainability.
- Committed to living and working in a remote natural environment.
- Strong background in marketing and outreach
Competitive Salary, Housing, and Benefits included.
Puʻu O Hōkū Ranch is a family owned 14,000-acre conservation and regenerative working ranch on the east end of Molokaʻi. The Ranch is managed to balance the Four C’s — Conservation, Culture, Commerce, and Community — through regenerative agriculture, eco-tourism, and long-term land stewardship. Our operations include Organic & Biodynamic farming, native habitat restoration & conservation, hospitality and retreat programs, value-added crops (kava & bananas), and guided axis deer management. We aim to be a model of cultural and ecological sustainability — where visitors, staff, and community experience the living relationship between people and land. We are working to build a self-sufficient, regenerative land-based economy that restores ecosystems, supports local livelihoods, and sustains the Ranch’s operations—ecologically & financially—for generations to come.
Ranch Manager
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Send me a cover letter and resume to apply. We will talk by phone and if both see opportunity we will schedule a visit or two. Send interest to Carter@therandolphcompany.com. We are working on websites etc. but believe more in a hand shake than a computer.
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Randolph Farm Operations, a registered Black Angus operation, is seeking a hands-on Farm Manager or Assistant to support all aspects of midwest ranch practicing rotational grazing and following humane handling procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a good record-keeper and communicator, mechanically capable, comfortable working independently, and able to exercise sound judgment on equipment operation over challenging terrain and cares about the herd and follows excellent care procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Herd management – calving, working, treating, feeding etc.
- Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Pasture management and improvement and haying as appropriate and managing temporary fence to assure proper grazing densities.
- Safely operate all farm equipment which consists of SXS, tractors from 75 to 160 horsepower and their attachments and understand how to operate on slopes of 30 degrees.
- Operate hand tools including chainsaws, weed eaters, and other power equipment
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on all equipment
- Maintain inventory of fuels, oils, filters, and maintenance/repair parts
- Maintain accurate equipment repair and maintenance records
- Exercise judgment on when to perform repairs in-house versus when to engage outside repair services
- Fencing & Infrastructure
- Build and repair fence of various types (woven wire, high-tensile, electric, board, etc.)
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and desire to learn and ability to accept new ways to do things and commitment to doing work correctly the first time and most important strong desire to be a cattle rancher using intensive grazing to produce excellent grass finished beef
- Demonstrated applicable experience
- Mechanical aptitude and experience with routine equipment maintenance and trouble shooting
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and use good judgment
- Valid driver’s license;
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment, fencing materials, and supplies and work cattle
- Comfortable working on uneven and sloped terrain
- Work Environment
- Full-time, on-site position at a working registered Black Angus cattle operation in Owen County, Kentucky. Schedule may require flexibility around seasonal demands such as haying, calving, and breeding season.
Salary is comensurate with experience with an expected range of an annual salary or equivalent of $40,000 to $85,000. Housing is subject to availability on the farm or in nearby community (10 minute drive). Benefits to be discussed include health insurance and retirement plan.
Farm was purchased in 2021 and now consists of 1,400 acres that can support around 150 cows and associated heifers, steers and bulls. Owner has been involved in HMI style farming practices since 1989 raising grass finished beef from 100% registered Black angus cattle. Goal is to achieve prime but have only gotten to high choice. Farm has owners (husband and wife) who are part time on farm, a herdsman and 2 part timers and associated contractors for various jobs. Farm is well capitalized with all fence (over 11 miles) installed since 2021. Watering systems are generally pressure lines but some are pond fed. Pastures are generally fescue based and we would like to add Native warm season grasses in some areas. Most equipment is under 3 years old. Larger tractors have cabs and duals for hillside safety and to reduce compaction. Cattle genetics include Wye, Pharo and Gardiner. There are two chicken tractors to increase nitrogen and reduce bugs. Owner wants to be the helper and not the leader (At over 70 time to pass the torch). If you want to work in Kentucky and grow grass finished beef and want to help grow a farm into the “Best East of the Mississippi”, this could be a job for you. Next generation are not farmers but love the farm so it should remain a farm for generations.
Grazing Manager
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Send a Letter of Interest and Resume to Christian La Bar at cmlabar@gmail.com
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Position Title: Grazing Manager, East Gallatin Farm Unit
Location: Gallatin Gateway, MT
Employment Type: Full-Time, Seasonal (April – October); Year Round Potential
La Bar Livestock LLC is looking for a Grazing Manager to run the day-to-day grazing and irrigation on a 1,800-acre irrigated and dryland lease in Gallatin Gateway, Montana along the Gallatin River, about 16 miles outside of Bozeman. This is a high-labor, high-reward grazing unit for someone who loves the complexity of moving cattle on irrigated farmland in a northern environment and who wants to leave the land, the wildlife, and the riparian areas better than they found them.
Currently we graze roughly 700 yearling steers and heifers from May-October. This is a mix of custom grazed cattle and owned cattle that are grazed with Adaptive Multi Paddock (AMP) grazing principles. We are generally moving cattle every 1-3 days, sometimes twice per day, depending on our goals and objectives.
The lease is located on a larger 100,000-acre working ranch, so you will have the support of their operations team and a returning summer intern. Our owner is stepping into a managing partner role at another ranch, which makes this position the on-the-ground backbone of the Gallatin operation. You will run the place day to day and work from a weekly plan rather than a daily task list, with regular support from the owner both remotely and onsite. One thing worth saying up front: this is ranching on the edge of a growing city. It is not the middle of nowhere, and for the right person that is part of the appeal.
Areas of Responsibility
- Monitor herd health and handle daily husbandry across owned and custom-grazed cattle
- Execute adaptive multi-paddock grazing moves on the seasonal plan with electric fence
- Manage irrigation (2 pivots and 2 wheel lines) to keep planned forage on track
- Keep fence and infrastructure in good repair, including virtual fence if we adopt it
- Monitor pasture and forage, and adjust the plan to protect gain and residual targets
- Keep IMI Raise Well records and investor reporting current and audit-ready
- Operate and maintain equipment (ATV, truck, skid steer, and horses)
- Bring your input to weekly planning and coordinate with the owner
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with adaptive multi-paddock grazing and electric fence, ideally in a custom grazing or day-rate setting, with single herds up to 700 head of yearlings
- Strong interest in regenerative agriculture practices and low input ranching systems
- Irrigation experience with pivots and wheel lines
- Strong stockmanship and health judgment, including breeding-season protocols like bull turnout, health checks, and preg-check prep
- A self-starter who can run the operation independently once trained, and who communicates well with landowners, cattle owners, and teammates
- Someone comfortable ranching near a growing city
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in grazing and ranch technology such as virtual fence, PastureMap, onX, AgSense, etc.
- Experience with natural cattle programs such as NHTC, BeefCare, Raise Well or similar.
- Record-keeping and comfort with basic spreadsheets
- BQA Certified
- Competent working cattle horseback, on foot, with dogs, and on ATV (we use them all)
- Pasture doctoring background (roping and dart guns)
Other Details
- Full-time seasonal, April through October, based in Gallatin Gateway / Bozeman, MT.
- This can be a year-round position for the right person.
- Position will begin April 2027. Intermittent work/training can begin in winter 2026/2027 but not required.
- Housing is not provided, though we will assist in locating nearby housing prior to your arrival.
- Weekend work and on call for cattle and irrigation emergencies
- You will not be alone: ranch crew backup, a summer intern, and an owner who is on site several days a month and reachable when you need help
- $3,750-$4,500/ Month DOE
- $1,000/month housing stipend
- Work truck provided
- Horse pasture for up to two horses
La Bar Livestock LLC is a first-generation ranching operation based in SW Montana. Operating entirely on leased and partnered land, the organization centers its work on adaptive grazing management, running custom-grazed cattle herds alongside a growing owned herd in systems designed to improve forage, soil, and land health while prioritizing profitability and flexibility.
La Bar Livestock builds partnerships with landowners, investors, and conservation partners around shared, regenerative outcomes, an approach that shapes how the organization accesses land, capital, and cattle.
Farmhand
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Submit a letter of interest, experience (or desire to learn!), and 3 references to apply.
Women-run dairy off the High Road to Taos is seeking a farmhand to help with day-to-day farm tasks.
This is a beginner-level position for a single person or stable couple seeking experience with dairy cows, chickens, and land maintenance (fire prevention).
Minimum requirement: 2 hours of daily work. With a few days per month of 3-4 hours. Easy to work from home or a local job while living on the farm in a peaceful, natural environment. Starting compensation is free rent + farm products. The farm is located exactly 60 minutes from Taos and 60 minutes from Santa Fe.
No drugs. No pot. No pets (no exceptions — sorry, we have a lot of animals on our farm and cannot accommodate any additional animals of any kind).
Compensation includes free rent, fresh milk, and farm eggs. The casita is about 500 square feet and includes one bedroom, a gas range, a shower, fiber-optic internet, and furnishings.
Ojo Conejo is a working regenerative dairy, land-based education center, and earth-focused artist residency in New Mexico’s high desert. We teach people to reconnect with local food and the natural world through making traditional dairy products, hands-on farm workshops, and residencies that give women the chance to live and work on the land, telling its stories through writing, song, film, and art.
Dairy and Small Livestock Assistant Farm Manager
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
To apply please send your resume, cover letter and two professional references to daphne@lightrootfarm.org
Start Date: As soon as September 15, 2026 (flexible for the right candidate)
Commitment: Through the 2027 farming season
Full-Time–Winter schedule approx. 30 hours; Regular season 40+ hours per week
Light Root Farm & Learning Center is seeking an experienced and motivated farmer who is serious about pursuing agriculture as a career and interested in deepening their skills in dairy, livestock, grazing, and holistic farm management. This is a hands-on Assistant Farm Manager position for someone who already has a foundation of agricultural experience and is ready to take the next step in their development as a farmer. The successful candidate will work closely with the farm leadership team, learn Light Root’s farm systems and operations, and gradually take on greater responsibility and ownership of the dairy and small livestock operations. We are looking for someone who sees farming as a long-term vocation and craft. This position offers the opportunity to grow with the farm and, over time, develop into a greater management role.
Primary Responsibilities
- Daily milking and care of a small herd of dairy cows
- Feeding, watering, animal observation, and general herd management
- Dairy house cleaning, sanitation, and milk bottling
- Barn and livestock maintenance
- Mucking sheds and maintaining clean, healthy animal environments
- Calf and youngstock care
- Pasture-based laying hen care and egg production
- Pasture pig management and rotational grazing support
- Assisting with cattle grazing and pasture management
- General farm chores and seasonal livestock projects
- Manure management and compost making with skid loader
- Support Hay making and field irrigation
- Assist with and support Light Root Farm’s educational, community, and therapeutic programs
- As skills and experience develop, take on increasing responsibility for livestock systems, farm planning, and day-to-day management
- Possible opportunities to work in other roles on the farm–draft horses/oxen, gardens and crop systems.
What We’re Looking For
- At least 2 seasons of agricultural experience; dairy experience strongly preferred
- Serious interest in pursuing farming as a career
- Desire to continue learning and developing skills in dairy, livestock, grazing, and farm management
- Reliable, responsible, self-motivated, and willing to take initiative
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to quality work, thorough cleaning, and attention to detail
- Physically able to regularly lift and carry 50+ pounds
- Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Passion for agriculture, animals, food, land stewardship, and community
- Alignment with Light Root Farm’s mission and values
- $20–$24/hour, depending on experience, with room for growth as skills and responsibilities develop.
- Regular season: approximately 40 hours/week
- Winter: approximately 30 hours/week
- The schedule includes 5–6 early mornings per week, and 3-4 evening chore shifts, and includes weekends. We are looking for someone with the flexibility to work with the seasonal rhythms and responsibilities of a working livestock farm and dairy.
We are hoping to welcome someone to the team around September 15, 2026, but the start date can be somewhat flexible this Fall for the right candidate. We are looking for someone who can make a meaningful commitment through the 2027 farming season and is interested in growing with the farm beyond simply a short-term position.
Light Root Farm & Learning Center is a 65-acre working farm, agricultural education center, and community healing hub in Boulder, Colorado. We believe in holistic land stewardship, nourishing food, and restoring people’s relationship with the land through agriculture. Our farm integrates working horses and oxen, diverse crop production, low-till growing systems, and integrated livestock management to build soil health, resilience, and meaningful relationships between people, animals, and the land. Educational and therapeutic programs are an important part of our farm community and mission.
Farmhand on Pasture Pig Regenerative Farm
Job Description
Education, Innovation, Restoration
Submit resume to Bsullivan95@yahoo.com or call 660-248-3298
Sullivan Farms is a regenerative livestock farm focused on raising pasture-based hogs in a system that prioritizes soil health, animal welfare, and ecological balance. Our work is rooted in principles inspired by regenerative agriculture and holistic land management.
Position Overview
We’re looking for a reliable, hardworking farmhand to assist with the daily care and management of pasture-raised pigs and garden work. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work, building projects, garden work and wants to gain experience in regenerative farming systems.
Qualifications
- Strong work ethic and dependability
- Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical labor daily
- Interest in regenerative agriculture and livestock systems
- Prior farm experience preferred but not required
This role is paid and offers an engaging environment where your skills directly contribute to sustainable agriculture practices.
Work Location: In person
$18-$20/ hr. Based on experience. Daily lunch will be provided.
Sullivan Farms is owned and operated by Bill, and Brittany Sullivan. We’re committed to providing fresh, locally grown meat and produce to our surrounding communities—and we believe that the key to quality food starts with caring for the land and animals in a sustainable, regenerative way.
At Sullivan Farms, we practice regenerative agriculture, which means we focus on improving the health of our soil, water, and ecosystems. Our animals are raised outdoors year-round and rotated on fresh pasture, rotated to promote healthy soil and plant life. This holistic approach helps improve biodiversity, and create a farm that thrives for generations to come.
Our animals are free to do what comes naturally to them:
- Pigs wallow in the mud, play in the rain, and root around for snacks.
- Goats roam and graze, living life as they were born to.
- Chickens scratch and peck, keeping our pastures clean and healthy.
Bill and Brittany believe that when animals live a natural, stress-free life, it results in higher-quality meat on your dinner table . And with regenerative practices, we’re not only improving our farm’s health but also providing you with nutrient-dense food that you can feel good about.