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MEVO (the Mahwah Environmental Volunteers Organization, Inc.) is a youth‑led environmental non‑profit dedicated to creating scalable ecological solutions that inspire and empower people to take action for a better future. Since our founding in 2008, we mobilized more than 12,000 volunteers, providing over 70,000 hours of hands‑on environmental service in northern New Jersey and lower New York. A core focus of our work is Stag Hill in Mahwah, home of the Ramapough Lenape Nation, where we removed more than 850,000 pounds of illegally dumped trash over 200+ cleanups. We also build, maintain, and repair local trails in partnership with the New York‑New Jersey Trail Conference. Our central program, Fresh Roots Farming, showcases organic vegetable production in multiple gardens and farms, offering internships, volunteer days, and community programming.
About Our Fresh Roots Farming Program MEVO has grown, built, managed, and curated community farms since 2011. We started with milk‑crate gardens and built two organically‑tended market gardens between 2015‑2020. We believe teaching environmentally friendly farming practices and engaging people in direct work is the best way to connect the community to environmental issues. MEVO currently tends a two‑acre market garden and will secure a second garden in 2026 after the loss of Lovewell Farm.
Who We’re Looking For A strong leader passionate about community engagement, food and farming, and environmental issues. They should have a sense of responsibility, teamwork, and an understanding that farming involves caring for living systems. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop professional skills and advance MEVO’s mission of scalable ecological solutions.
Job Purpose The Farm Manager‑in‑Training will spend the 2026 season learning from our current Farm Manager and will take over all growing and programming of MEVO’s Fresh Roots Farm Program for 2027. They will support the Farm Manager in all areas of growing, production, volunteer programming, and farm maintenance for the Fresh Roots Farm and any additional farm projects in 2026. They will also lead volunteer events, work with interns, and serve as the crew leader for MEVO’s internship programs.
Job Responsibilities
Field Management and Harvesting
Follow the transplant calendar, crop map, and task calendar of the crop plan.
Prepare beds for transplants and direct seedings, including cropping out, solarizing, and timely bed prep.
Manage IPM crop care and apply organic solutions.
Help send soil tests and implement adjustments based on results.
Provide optimal crop care through mulching, trellising, pruning, pest management, and watering.
Assist in winterization: tarping, establishing cover crops, storing water, and hoses.
Participate in harvest day activities, such as wash‑pack station, harvesting, and leading under guidance.
Collect and record field data, including harvest data and crop plan performance.
Infrastructure
Design and implement field blocks, greenhouses, hoop houses, and other infrastructure with the Executive Director and Farm Manager.
Repair and maintain all farm infrastructure, including greenhouses and fences.
Initiate and lead building and repair projects such as irrigation, gates, and fencing.
Maintain wheelbarrow and tool care for volunteer use.
Internship Program Management
Lead Spring, Summer, and Fall Farm Crew internships.
Co‑lead training with the Farm Manager and Executive Director.
Interview prospective interns and conduct exit interviews.
Train interns to accomplish daily tasks and meet quality standards.
Guide intern reflection circles and co‑organize annual summer trip.
Hold interns to attendance expectations and provide coaching.
Communicate volunteer details via the volunteer email account.
Manage weekly Sunday Open Volunteer Day.
Lead or delegate volunteer event management, ensuring understanding of daily work.
Create additional volunteer events and collaborate with the Executive Director Assistant for marketing.
Staff Management
Act as a strong leader when the Farm Manager is absent.
Model punctuality, efficient work ethic, and a friendly environment.
Inform the Farm Manager and Executive Director of staff issues such as performance, absenteeism, or conflict.
Educational Programming
Run workshops on crop care, seedling care, etc.
Assist with on‑farm and in‑school programming during the season.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to work physically hard
Promptness and punctuality
Willingness or ability to work with diverse groups
Comfort with public speaking or willingness to become comfortable
Prior management experience or strong desire to manage
At least one season of vegetable production experience
Desired Skills
Intermediate knowledge of food and cooking
Knowledge of basic botany, plant families, and crop diseases
Experience towing a trailer
Experience operating a tractor and/or skid steer
Basic power‑tool operation (impact driver, circular saw, etc.)
Hours
Early March to mid‑May: 24 hours (part‑time)
Mid‑May to mid‑September: 40 hours (full‑time)
Mid‑September to mid‑November: 24 hours (part‑time)
Mid‑November to the end of December: 16‑24 hours (part‑time)
Benefits
401(k) (match after two years)
Health insurance: plan of choice up to $250/month coverage
Vacation and PTO
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Farm Manager-in-Training
role at
MEVO
MEVO (the Mahwah Environmental Volunteers Organization, Inc.) is a youth‑led environmental non‑profit dedicated to creating scalable ecological solutions that inspire and empower people to take action for a better future. Since our founding in 2008, we mobilized more than 12,000 volunteers, providing over 70,000 hours of hands‑on environmental service in northern New Jersey and lower New York. A core focus of our work is Stag Hill in Mahwah, home of the Ramapough Lenape Nation, where we removed more than 850,000 pounds of illegally dumped trash over 200+ cleanups. We also build, maintain, and repair local trails in partnership with the New York‑New Jersey Trail Conference. Our central program, Fresh Roots Farming, showcases organic vegetable production in multiple gardens and farms, offering internships, volunteer days, and community programming.
About Our Fresh Roots Farming Program MEVO has grown, built, managed, and curated community farms since 2011. We started with milk‑crate gardens and built two organically‑tended market gardens between 2015‑2020. We believe teaching environmentally friendly farming practices and engaging people in direct work is the best way to connect the community to environmental issues. MEVO currently tends a two‑acre market garden and will secure a second garden in 2026 after the loss of Lovewell Farm.
Who We’re Looking For A strong leader passionate about community engagement, food and farming, and environmental issues. They should have a sense of responsibility, teamwork, and an understanding that farming involves caring for living systems. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop professional skills and advance MEVO’s mission of scalable ecological solutions.
Job Purpose The Farm Manager‑in‑Training will spend the 2026 season learning from our current Farm Manager and will take over all growing and programming of MEVO’s Fresh Roots Farm Program for 2027. They will support the Farm Manager in all areas of growing, production, volunteer programming, and farm maintenance for the Fresh Roots Farm and any additional farm projects in 2026. They will also lead volunteer events, work with interns, and serve as the crew leader for MEVO’s internship programs.
Job Responsibilities
Field Management and Harvesting
Follow the transplant calendar, crop map, and task calendar of the crop plan.
Prepare beds for transplants and direct seedings, including cropping out, solarizing, and timely bed prep.
Manage IPM crop care and apply organic solutions.
Help send soil tests and implement adjustments based on results.
Provide optimal crop care through mulching, trellising, pruning, pest management, and watering.
Assist in winterization: tarping, establishing cover crops, storing water, and hoses.
Participate in harvest day activities, such as wash‑pack station, harvesting, and leading under guidance.
Collect and record field data, including harvest data and crop plan performance.
Infrastructure
Design and implement field blocks, greenhouses, hoop houses, and other infrastructure with the Executive Director and Farm Manager.
Repair and maintain all farm infrastructure, including greenhouses and fences.
Initiate and lead building and repair projects such as irrigation, gates, and fencing.
Maintain wheelbarrow and tool care for volunteer use.
Internship Program Management
Lead Spring, Summer, and Fall Farm Crew internships.
Co‑lead training with the Farm Manager and Executive Director.
Interview prospective interns and conduct exit interviews.
Train interns to accomplish daily tasks and meet quality standards.
Guide intern reflection circles and co‑organize annual summer trip.
Hold interns to attendance expectations and provide coaching.
Communicate volunteer details via the volunteer email account.
Manage weekly Sunday Open Volunteer Day.
Lead or delegate volunteer event management, ensuring understanding of daily work.
Create additional volunteer events and collaborate with the Executive Director Assistant for marketing.
Staff Management
Act as a strong leader when the Farm Manager is absent.
Model punctuality, efficient work ethic, and a friendly environment.
Inform the Farm Manager and Executive Director of staff issues such as performance, absenteeism, or conflict.
Educational Programming
Run workshops on crop care, seedling care, etc.
Assist with on‑farm and in‑school programming during the season.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to work physically hard
Promptness and punctuality
Willingness or ability to work with diverse groups
Comfort with public speaking or willingness to become comfortable
Prior management experience or strong desire to manage
At least one season of vegetable production experience
Desired Skills
Intermediate knowledge of food and cooking
Knowledge of basic botany, plant families, and crop diseases
Experience towing a trailer
Experience operating a tractor and/or skid steer
Basic power‑tool operation (impact driver, circular saw, etc.)
Hours
Early March to mid‑May: 24 hours (part‑time)
Mid‑May to mid‑September: 40 hours (full‑time)
Mid‑September to mid‑November: 24 hours (part‑time)
Mid‑November to the end of December: 16‑24 hours (part‑time)
Benefits
401(k) (match after two years)
Health insurance: plan of choice up to $250/month coverage
Vacation and PTO
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