Miller Farm Manager
Earlham College, Richmond, IN, United States
Farm Manager
Miller Farm serves as Earlham College's campus farm and a hub of collaboration and experimentation around food and sustainability. Operations include ~1 acre of production gardens (USDA Certified Organic + Real Organic Project certified), a high tunnel, two caterpillar tunnels, composting, native pollinator gardens, and a community garden. Additional resources include the use of space within the Hill Memorial Greenhouse for seed starting and propagation. Produce is primarily offered for sale at the local farmers' market, providing a vital link between Earlham College and the Richmond community. The Farm Manager leads these operations, provides supervision to student employees, provides support for on-farm events, and offers courses in sustainable agriculture. The Farm Manager is supervised by the Director of the Center for Environmental Leadership and will work in collaboration with other staff within the Center, including the Director of Outdoor Education, and various other faculty and staff also involved with projects at Miller Farm. Percentages provided reflect an approximate breakdown on an annual basis, but responsibilities will vary due to the seasonality of farm operations. Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Farm operations (60%)
Work with students to plan and manage sustainable agriculture systems at Miller Farm, including composting Supervise summer interns and student workers during the school year Create and maintain best practices-based safety protocols for all tools and equipment associated with the program and food handling Train students in proper equipment use and maintenance
Teaching/Outreach (20%)
Lead 1-credit courses focused on sustainable agriculture each semester Promote use of the farm in courses across the curriculum Work with Richmond community to encourage involvement with Earlham students at Miller Farm (for example: community gardens, summer programs, educational workshops)
Planning/Administration (20%)
Maintain USDA Organic certification through OEFFA (Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association), including record keeping and yearly inspection Establish a vision and plan for the next 5-10 years of activity at Miller Farm Manage budgets associated with farm operations, including sales of farm products Assist students in identifying potential sources of funding for activities at Miller Farm and submitting applications as appropriate
Qualifications
High school diploma, or equivalent, required Bachelor's degree or higher in agriculture or related field, preferred Experience growing a variety of crops using sustainable and small-scale agriculture methods, preferably in the local region Experience working with and maintenance of a variety of farm tools and equipment Ability to communicate and work with people from diverse backgrounds Commitment to upholding Earlham's Principles and Practices Experience with maintaining organic certification, preferred Experience and understanding of no-till farming, preferred To Apply
Please submit the following materials with your application: Cover letter Resume List of Three References with Contact Information The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employee Benefits at Earlham
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Company paid Long-Term Disability after 1 year of full-time service* Basic and Voluntary Life insurance* Employee Assistance Program* Campus Store Discount Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra Wellness Center Free Membership or Discount for eligible employees Athletic Games-Free entry to all home games Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows Tuition Benefits for Immediate Family for eligible employees* 403(b) Retirement* For eligible employees, Earlham will contribute a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after 2 years of service. After 3 years of service, this non-elective contribution increases to 8%. Vesting credit is available for new employees with previous service in the education sector with required documentation. Many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses offer discounts to anyone with an Earlham ID *All employee benefit offerings are subject to employee eligibility per plan documents. Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any individual based on race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, religion, or other protected classifications under applicable laws. The College is committed to building a diverse community that reflects the makeup of society and particularly welcomes and supports individuals from historically marginalized groups. As an institution with a Quaker identity, Earlham also encourages applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Earlham College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Earlham College Office of Human Resources. Earlham's Work Authorization Policy Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.
Miller Farm serves as Earlham College's campus farm and a hub of collaboration and experimentation around food and sustainability. Operations include ~1 acre of production gardens (USDA Certified Organic + Real Organic Project certified), a high tunnel, two caterpillar tunnels, composting, native pollinator gardens, and a community garden. Additional resources include the use of space within the Hill Memorial Greenhouse for seed starting and propagation. Produce is primarily offered for sale at the local farmers' market, providing a vital link between Earlham College and the Richmond community. The Farm Manager leads these operations, provides supervision to student employees, provides support for on-farm events, and offers courses in sustainable agriculture. The Farm Manager is supervised by the Director of the Center for Environmental Leadership and will work in collaboration with other staff within the Center, including the Director of Outdoor Education, and various other faculty and staff also involved with projects at Miller Farm. Percentages provided reflect an approximate breakdown on an annual basis, but responsibilities will vary due to the seasonality of farm operations. Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Farm operations (60%)
Work with students to plan and manage sustainable agriculture systems at Miller Farm, including composting Supervise summer interns and student workers during the school year Create and maintain best practices-based safety protocols for all tools and equipment associated with the program and food handling Train students in proper equipment use and maintenance
Teaching/Outreach (20%)
Lead 1-credit courses focused on sustainable agriculture each semester Promote use of the farm in courses across the curriculum Work with Richmond community to encourage involvement with Earlham students at Miller Farm (for example: community gardens, summer programs, educational workshops)
Planning/Administration (20%)
Maintain USDA Organic certification through OEFFA (Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association), including record keeping and yearly inspection Establish a vision and plan for the next 5-10 years of activity at Miller Farm Manage budgets associated with farm operations, including sales of farm products Assist students in identifying potential sources of funding for activities at Miller Farm and submitting applications as appropriate
Qualifications
High school diploma, or equivalent, required Bachelor's degree or higher in agriculture or related field, preferred Experience growing a variety of crops using sustainable and small-scale agriculture methods, preferably in the local region Experience working with and maintenance of a variety of farm tools and equipment Ability to communicate and work with people from diverse backgrounds Commitment to upholding Earlham's Principles and Practices Experience with maintaining organic certification, preferred Experience and understanding of no-till farming, preferred To Apply
Please submit the following materials with your application: Cover letter Resume List of Three References with Contact Information The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employee Benefits at Earlham
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Company paid Long-Term Disability after 1 year of full-time service* Basic and Voluntary Life insurance* Employee Assistance Program* Campus Store Discount Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra Wellness Center Free Membership or Discount for eligible employees Athletic Games-Free entry to all home games Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows Tuition Benefits for Immediate Family for eligible employees* 403(b) Retirement* For eligible employees, Earlham will contribute a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after 2 years of service. After 3 years of service, this non-elective contribution increases to 8%. Vesting credit is available for new employees with previous service in the education sector with required documentation. Many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses offer discounts to anyone with an Earlham ID *All employee benefit offerings are subject to employee eligibility per plan documents. Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any individual based on race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, religion, or other protected classifications under applicable laws. The College is committed to building a diverse community that reflects the makeup of society and particularly welcomes and supports individuals from historically marginalized groups. As an institution with a Quaker identity, Earlham also encourages applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Earlham College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Earlham College Office of Human Resources. Earlham's Work Authorization Policy Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.