Job Board

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.

Ranch Advisory Partners (RAP) is seeking a Great Plains Regional Lead to join our team of professionals dedicated to improving long‑term ecological performance and operational outcomes on working rangelands. This role is ideal for someone who understands the complex relationship between rangeland ecosystems and ranch operations—and is motivated by data‑driven stewardship, collaboration, and meaningful impact. The Regional Lead is responsible for client relationships, rangeland health monitoring, ecosystem and operational analysis, and the delivery of actionable management recommendations. This full-time role includes seasonal fieldwork, project leadership, and strategic collaboration across the organization. This position primarily supports projects in SD, NE, KS, and NM, with occasional work in NV, MT, WY, CO, CA, OR, and UT.

Key Responsibilities Client & Advisory Leadership

• Build strong relationships with RAP clients and partners
• Provide value through data interpretation, operational design, and strategic recommendations
• Represent and expand RAP’s network across the region

Technical & Analytical Work

• Oversee and mentor Seasonal Field Technicians and Monitoring Leads
• Collect, compile, analyze, and interpret ecological monitoring data
• Translate data into meaningful management recommendations
• Ensure high standards of data quality and reporting

Project Leadership

• Manage project timelines, logistics, and field crews
• Make sound decisions in the field
• Collaborate on grazing plans, drought planning, financial analysis, and business planning

Collaboration & Culture

• Collaborate with colleagues across regions
• Demonstrate alignment with RAP’s values
• Participate in strategic discussions and innovation initiatives

Qualifications Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in biology, ecology, rangeland science, botany, soil science, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in rangeland, ecological, or ranch management work
• Confidence in identifying Great Plains grassland plants
• Understanding of Great Plains ecosystem dynamics
• Experience interpreting rangeland monitoring data
• Proficiency with mapping systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel and work outdoors extensively, often for long hours and up to 14 consecutive days.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ranch operations experience
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Ability to adapt to the unexpected

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Merit-based raises or bonuses
• Health insurance stipend
• Work-from-home flexibility when not in the field
• Flexible scheduling and PTO

Highwater Farm is seeking up to two Field Lead Positions to support all aspects of farm management. Positions are seasonal with a 6-month contract starting in April or May. Full or part-time work is available. One season of farming experience or equivalent outdoor exposure is recommended and a willingness to learn/ be involved in all areas of food production is required. Additionally required is the ability to lift 50+ lbs, work long hours in all types of weather conditions, and have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for sustainable food production.

The Field Lead reports directly to the Farm Manager to assist in all areas of crop production and help ensure the farm is operating efficiently. This position requires participation and leadership in all aspects of vegetable production and land management on 3 acres.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Farm Manager in leading vegetable production throughout the season (seeding; greenhouse management; cultivation and bed prep; transplanting; irrigation; weed and pest management; harvesting, washing, and marketing crops; and animal chores including feeding/watering chickens, and rotating chickens every week)
• Prepare for and manage on-farm CSA distribution and wholesale orders
• Manage volunteers on the farm and basic data collection
• Train and lead youth program participants in fieldwork and farm tasks
• Saturday and Sunday greenhouse/irrigation chores shared among staff on a rotating basis
• Monthly check-ins with the Executive Director and Farm Manager

Qualifications:

• One season of farming experience or equivalent outdoor exposure is recommended and a willingness to learn/ be involved in all areas of food production is required
• Flexibility to work with shifting timelines and schedules & ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions and maintain a positive attitude
• Capacity to uphold high standards set by the organization, and the ability to motivate a group of young people while fostering their potential
• Excellent organizational skills, dependability, flexibility, and capacity to manage time effectively both independently and on group projects

Hours:

• This position is seasonal from approximately April/May to October 15 and hours vary
• Full or part-time work is available
• Saturday and Sunday greenhouse/irrigation chores are shared among staff on a rotating basis.

Location: Highwater Farm, 7001 Co Rd 346, Silt, CO 81652

Illinois Grain & Beef farm internship that qualifies for college credit at most colleges. Engagement opportunities include all things row crop, forage, hay & silage. Some beef & dairy opportunities also exist. Applicants must be female as lodging is in the upstairs of our modern farm home sharing space with another female intern. Tasks include operation of modern farm equipment, including auto steer, plant / monitor / scout / row crop , hay, & silage fields, harvesting of hay & silage. Integrate a virtual grazing with rotation grazing using forage species selection & establishment. This is NOT a “come to Illinois & see how a farm works” internship. It IS a great opportunity to build an existing production agriculture skill set into a great skill set. MUCH more detail available upon request. This internship is crop science oriented.

Do you enjoy wide open spaces, and do you have a passion for preserving them? Have you dreamed of being a part of the largest and most progressive bison operation in the world? At Turner Ranches, we’re dedicated to sustainable ranching and conservation, and we’re looking for talented, like-minded individuals to be a part of our growing team.

Snowcrest Ranch, a 13,343-acre ranch located along the Upper Ruby River in southwest Montana, is seeking an energetic Ranch Technician who is passionate about low-stress livestock handling and innovative grazing practices.

ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Ranch Technician, your primary duties will be centered around grazing and rangeland management, bison movement and processing, and infrastructure development and maintenance. You’ll assist in managing bison herds using adaptive grazing practices across the Ranch. The ability and skills to use ATVs/UTVs to perform ranch work, including moving bison, is required.

You will also be responsible for:

What this isn’t:

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:

Preferred:

YOUR QUALITIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

On a regular basis, you can expect to:

On a frequent basis, you can expect to:

On an occasional basis, you can expect to:

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

You will regularly be exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. You will frequently be exposed to high, precarious places and fumes or airborne particles. You will occasionally by exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and the work environment characteristics are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Accommodation inquiries must be made to the Company’s Human Resources Department for consideration.

Turner Enterprises Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Smoke Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

For more information, visit www.tedturner.com.

The Regenerative Farming – Seasonal Community Track Internship is an introductory, immersive experience in regenerative agriculture and community food systems within a high-elevation, short-season growing environment. This role is designed for individuals seeking foundational, hands-on farm experience and exposure to community-centered food security work over the course of one growing season.

Interns are integrated into daily farm operations and community food programming, working alongside Registered Apprentices and farm staff while building core skills in production agriculture and food systems work.

This internship provides practical field experience and broad exposure to regenerative farming systems, without the full scope of classroom instruction, business management training, and long-term leadership progression included in the Registered Apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities

Interns support (at an introductory level) many aspects of farm and food systems operations, including:

• Bed preparation, planting, cultivation, harvesting, washing, and packing
• Basic soil health practices including composting, mulching, and crop rotation
• Irrigation setup and monitoring
• Participation in community food security programs (distribution, gleaning, food access initiatives)
• Support at CSA distributions or farmers markets as needed
• Assisting with farm maintenance and infrastructure projects
• Contributing to recordkeeping and seasonal workflow

What You Gain

• Hands-on regenerative farming experience in a cold-climate production system
• Mentorship from experienced farmers and food systems leaders
• Training alongside Registered Apprentices
• Participation in field days and site visits to partner farms and ranches
• Exposure to community food security programming and outreach
• Professional development within a mission-driven food systems organization

This internship is ideal for individuals exploring farming or food systems careers and seeking strong foundational experience before pursuing advanced training or leadership pathways.

What We’re Looking For

You are a strong fit for this role if you:

• Demonstrated interest in sustainable agriculture, food systems, or community health
• Want to learn primarily through hands-on experience
• Are willing to do whatever the day requires — from harvesting carrots to moving irrigation lines to delivering food boxes to people in need
• Bring grit, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Can work outdoors in variable weather conditions (heat, wind, cold, rain)
• Are able to lift 50–75 pounds and perform physically demanding farm labor
• Work well in a team and communicate clearly
• Have prior farming, gardening, landscaping, or outdoor labor experience (preferred but not required)
• Have access to a reliable vehicle (recommended)

Reports To: Holly Conn, Executive Director
Mentored By: Susan Wyman (Gunnison Gardens) & Hannah Franko (Mountain Roots)

Do you enjoy wide open spaces, and do you have a passion for preserving them? Have you dreamed of being a part of the largest and most progressive bison operation in the world? At Turner Ranches, we’re dedicated to sustainable ranching and conservation, and we’re looking for talented, like-minded individuals to be a part of our growing team.

Vermejo Park Ranch, a pristine, 560,000-acre bison ranch located in northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado, is seeking an energetic Water Well / Bison Technician who is passionate about water systems, low-stress livestock handling and innovative grazing practices. Learn more about Vermejo Park Ranch.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Water Well / Bison Technician is a dual faceted position where time is split between working with the Bison Department and the Natural Resources Department on Vermejo Park Ranch. The position is vital to both the bison and the wildlife on the ranch. About half of your time will be spent checking, testing, repairing, and developing water systems such as windmills, solar wells, wildlife (rain catchment) guzzlers, storage systems, and tanks from pipelines. The other half of your time will be spent working with the Castle Rock bison herd as part of the ranch’s Bison Department. This will include open range and pasture moves, Bison Works (sorting, vaccinating, shipping, etc.), checking on bison, and feeding while bison are in the corrals. Turner Enterprises and Vermejo Park Ranch embrace low stress stockmanship when handling bison, and any applicant for the position must be well versed in modern low-stress livestock handling methods or be willing to attend courses (company provided) on the subject. You must be able to work alone for extended periods of time in remote areas. You will also be responsible for:

Water Resource Duties

• Managing and responding to written and verbal work orders from management.
• Maintaining and monitoring inventory; ordering supplies and parts for water systems as needed.
• Scheduling routine service and repairing of wind and solar wells.
• Maintaining written and/or digital records of repairs performed and parts used.
• Assisting in the design, development and execution of water systems & distribution projects that support both wildlife and livestock, ensuring efficient and sustainable use of water resources.
• Troubleshooting and repairing pumps, pipelines, water troughs, and other irrigation infrastructure.
• Ensuring all equipment related to water systems and bison management is in good working order and complies with safety standards.
• Pump testing wells for water production prior to installing solar equipment.
• Handling fence construction and installation around water infrastructure.
• Safely operating, inspecting and maintaining a variety of ranch equipment, including ATVs, UTVs, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Bison Management Duties

• Developing and maintaining fences, water sources, corrals, ranch buildings, and other ranch infrastructure.
• Moving/Handling bison in the pasture and corrals using low stress techniques on foot, ATV or UTV.
• Feeding bison (hay, cake, salt, and mineral) in corrals.
• Maintaining record of grazing activity, range health, feeding and feed inventories.
• Performing general ranch work.
• Using herbicides as appropriate and assigned for weed management.
• Participating in bison handling, including herd movements, tagging, and vaccination.
• Using a welder, cutting torch, and other shop equipment safely.
• Performing range monitoring and handling grazing planning.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

What this isn’t:

• Working on horseback.
• A management or supervisory position

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:

1. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
2. At least three years of related experience and / or training
3. Experience in livestock care and low-stress animal handling
4. Experience operating heavy equipment and ATVs/UTVs
5. Basic computer skills, including preparation of reports and spreadsheets
6. This position requires operation of vehicles, and you’ll need to possess a valid driver’s license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment. Your driving record will need to meet the standards and requirements of the Company and the Company’s insurance provider
7. You’ll need to present documentation establishing both identity and employment authorization within three days of hire pursuant to federal law

Preferred:

1. Experience with wind/solar well repair, flood irrigation, and general maintenance of equipment
2. Relevant bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Natural Resources or a related field

YOUR QUALITIES

• Commitment to Mission and Team
• Range Management / Management Intensive Grazing (MIG) Management
• Stockmanship
• Initiative and adaptability
• Humility and ability to learn from others

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

On a regular basis, you can expect to:

• Stand; sit; walk; move hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Perform physical labor for extended periods of time.

On a frequent basis, you can expect to:

• Ride an ATV/UTV for extended periods of time on uneven, rough terrain and occasionally on roads and flat terrain while performing ranch duties.
• Climb ladders and pipe corrals, drag and place flood irrigation dams, climb in and out of irrigation ditches, and wade in thigh-deep flowing water.
• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

On an occasional basis, you can expect to:

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

You will regularly be exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. You will frequently be exposed to high, precarious places and fumes or airborne particles. You will occasionally be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and the work environment characteristics are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Accommodation inquiries must be made to the Company’s Human Resources Department for consideration.

Turner Enterprises Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Smoke Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

For more information, visit www.tedturner.com.

Seeking Students for the Great Lakes Incubator Farm Training Program. Get Paid to learn how to farm.

The Great Lakes Incubator Farm training program is designed for individuals ready to explore farming as a career. Admission is competitive, with five students accepted each year. Participants commit to the seven-month program, starting in April, where they gain hands-on experience in every aspect of running a farm—from soil preparation and planting to harvesting, marketing, and problem-solving.

Students work closely with the Farm Manager, collaborating on a fully operational farm while participating in classroom instruction, field demonstrations, and daily farm work. The program concludes with each participant developing and presenting their own farm business plan.

No experience or qualifications required, just a willingness to commit to the 7-month program.

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.

OSGF is now accepting applications for one full-time Equipment & Poultry Manager. The selected individual will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of all large and small engine machines used at the BCCF, as well as the roughly 200-layer hen flock that is rotationally grazed on pasture surrounding the BCCF Production Fields. This individual will also provide oversight for larger landscape needs within the BCCF’s footprint including invasive species management, mowing/weedeating and general landscape maintenance needs.

This role requires the candidate to be a highly-organized, self-motivated and a responsible person who is excited about small-scale organic farming, growing nourishing food for the local community and being a part of a larger, dynamic operating foundation that is dedicated to connecting people with plants.

The Equipment & Poultry Manager will be expected to also participate in all other general farm operations including bed preparation, planting, weeding, harvesting, assisting in CSA pick-ups, and more. The team rotates weekend farm duties on a 6-9-week rotation depending on the time of year, as well as managing CSA pick-ups during the 24-week season from 2pm-5pm on Wednesdays, May-October. There are a few additional events including farm-to-table dinners, Open Days and a fall festival where participation is expected. All additional events where participation is expected are communicated at the beginning of the year so employees can plan accordingly.

Although the schedule can change from week-to-week, the weekly schedule typically models the following:

Monday – Big Harvest Day

Tuesday – Field Work

Wednesday AM – Team splits into smaller groups for various tasks

Wednesday PM – Harvest + Field Work

Thursday – Pantry Donations + Field Work

Friday AM – Polytunnel Maintenance

Friday PM – Harvest + Field Work

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate the BCCF’s 52HP manual tractor to complete a rang of farm-related tasks such as: flail mowing cover crop, tillage, mowing grassy pastures, laying plastic and drip irrigation, scooping and distributing compost and mulch in the farmscape, unloading/moving pallets, and more.
• Operate additional tractors that are used and maintained by OSGF’s Arboriculture, Conservation and Landscape team and ensure timely and professional coordination with them when the need arises.
• Maintain and/or, organize the maintenance of all BCCF equipment
• Operate and train seasonal farm crew on additional BCCF machinery including a BCS walk-behind tractor, weedeaters, leaf blowers, a riding lawnmower, and more.
• Manage the BCCF’s pastured layer flock of approximately 200 hens including moving the chicken coop on a daily to weekly basis, ensuring all chicken care tasks are completed and provide oversight on the general health and vigor of the flock.
• Train and oversee a rotating seasonal farm crew member on landscape responsibilities and pastured poultry care, including daily/weekend maintenance, egg washing, packing and more.
• Communicate regularly with the BCCF Farm Director to determine what tasks need to be prioritized weekly based on equipment, landscape and poultry needs.
• Work closely with the BCCF Farm Director to determine the annual operating budget for equipment/poultry/landscape operations.
• When not working on the responsibilities specified by this role, this individual will work with the rest of the farm team with all general farm operations including: planting, weeding, harvesting, bed preparation, laying compost and mulch, and more.
• Other tasks and projects assigned by the BCCF Farm Director

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-5 years of experience working on a production farm, preferably one that utilizes organic practices.
• Experience working with heavy equipment and ideally with production-focused implements.
• Familiarity working with chickens or willingness to learn and run with it.
• Must be comfortable processing chickens for meat and culling chickens when health issues arise, being the most humane option.
• Demonstrated interest and passion for food and ecologically-focused farming.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of working outside in varied weather conditions (including extreme heat and cold) in a working farm setting.
• Excellent time-management, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable and collaborative team player.
• Ability to do repetitive tasks for long periods of time (e. weeding, mulching, sowing).
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently and thoroughly in every assigned task.
• Ability to work independently and also as part of a team.
• Ability to exhibit safe and responsible conduct in outdoor environments.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pound
• Must have a Driver’s License and a reliable method of transportation to and from work.
• A great attitude!

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position works mainly on the BCCF, although occasional work elsewhere on the OSGF property will convey. The Equipment & Poultry Manager must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, in extreme temperatures of Virginia’s ecological environment, and more.

Days can sometimes feel long, even though we keep to an 8-hour day, and the work can be strenuous. For the right individual this work is incredibly rewarding and fulfilling!

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.