Are you interested in local agriculture, economy, and food?
Are you excited about food production, food safety and supporting food businesses develop production logistics, food safety training and creative problem solving?
Do you want to work with other passionate people and an organization who appreciates you?

The Center for an Agricultural Economy seeks a Production Advisor to support the Vermont Food Venture Center, a food processing facility, value added food business incubator, and regional food hub. The VFVC Production Advisor will provide coaching and advising to our food business client and be responsible for some day to day management responsibilities of our facility, including compliance with food safety procedures and state and federal standards. This work includes:
-One-on-one production coaching, including production logistics & troubleshooting challenges
-Coordination of business advising between CAE's Business Services Team and advising clients
-Help to oversee smooth operations of the facility, regular maintenance & repair of equipment

Check out VFVC’s Meet the Maker Compilation on YouTube for visual stories of VFVC’s work with production clients!

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: VFVC Production Advisor
Reports to: Farm & Food Business Specialist
Schedule: Full time 40 hours/week on site. Available during facility hours of operation
Compensation: Minimum salary $47,000/year, full time, exempt. Compensation in line with qualifications and experience
Benefits: Generous paid time off, SIMPLE IRA, Qualified Small Employer HRA, Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance, professional development compensation

TO APPLY
To view the full job description visit www.hardwickagriculture.org/jobs
Email [email protected] with a resume and cover letter with ‘VFVC Production Advisor’ in the email subject line. We’re interested to hear about any life or work experiences as it relates to this position. Applicants who go on to interview with us will be asked to provide references. Application deadline is January 23, 2023. Let us know if you have any questions!

ABOUT CAE
CAE is a food systems hub in Hardwick, VT whose reach extends statewide and beyond. Our work touches all aspects of the food system in support of rural food businesses, farms, and communities. We work alongside our neighbors and partners to cultivate interdependence, take risks, and initiate change. We invite you to participate in our work to create a rural food system in which everyone has agency, support, and access to local food.

Summer farm interns will take part in all aspects of the farm; both in the gardens and at the barn, and within the camp program.

You will help lead twice daily chores at the barn, garden, and compost. You will get to offer weekly farm-based activities for campers, and help prepare and lead a weekly garden lunch. Activities are whimsical and connected to our garden and animal spaces. We take pride in being well organized, and maintaining beauty in the fields and the quality of what we produce and grow. We do all of this work with children and camp counselors connecting to the natural world.

In the gardens you will be a part of everything from seeding, to transplanting, to harvest and working with our farm to table kitchen. You will spend a lot of time preparing fields and planting, as well as working to tend tomatoes in our 100 ft greenhouse. During the summer months the focus will be on the production gardens and perennial gardens. We typically grow over 30 varieties of annual flowers, and over 25 different annual vegetables and herbs.

You will also work year-round at our barn yard caring for and learning about chickens, turkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, and horses. We harvest our birds on site with the help of a caring community of adults and children. You will help campers and students with daily barn chores to care for the wellbeing of our animals year-round. On weekends during the school year, you will be in charge of all animal chores twice daily.

Desired Skills and Qualifications
• A strong work ethic and timeliness with an eye for detail and efficiency.
• Upbeat, able to find joy in simple moments, willingness to laugh and have fun. We work closely together and camaraderie is part of the joy of farm work. Communication is vital for understanding instructions and maintaining a comfortable work environment.
• Proactive and forward thinking, both in daily farm tasks and your own education. Even if there is no explicit instruction happening, there are always opportunities to learn.
• Able to perform physical labor. There are often long days spent doing physical work in a range of weather.
• Year-round farm interns must be able to lift 50 lbs., kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive tasks.
• Night and weekend work
• A driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must be 21 years old or older in order to operate equipment
• Prior farming experience is a plus but not necessary. You will learn as you go as our campers and students do in our hands-on experiential learning model.

Compensation
Summer farm interns are paid a stipend, housing and meals along with paid time off.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about growing food for your community and farm education. We’d like to be your guides in that journey!

How to Apply
To apply please send the following to [email protected]
a) Tell us about yourself; your interests, your longer-term plans, why you want to work on an educational farm
b) What do you hope to learn?
e) Do you have any previous related work experiences on a farm or in a school?
g) What is your learning style?
i) Please include a resume.
j) Please provide 3 references from a previous work experience.

Year-round farm interns will take part in all aspects of the farm; both in the gardens and at the barn.

In the gardens you will be a part of everything from seeding, to transplanting, to tractor work, to harvest and working with our farm to table kitchen. During the internship, you will help manage our rotating drum compost facility along with our garden manager. You will spend a lot of time preparing fields and planting, as well as working to tend tomatoes in our 100 ft greenhouse. During the months of May-October the focus will be on the production gardens and perennial gardens. In the winter and spring, we will create a crop plan, take classes to further our farming knowledge, and prepare for and lead the community in maple sugaring in our 11-acre sugar bush. We typically grow over 30 varieties of annual flowers, and over 25 different annual vegetables and herbs.

You will also work year-round at our barn caring for and learning about chickens, turkeys, sheep, goats, pigs, and horses. We harvest our birds on site with the help of a caring community of adults and children. You will help campers and students with daily barn chores to care for the wellbeing of our animals year-round. On weekends during the school year, you will be in charge of all animal chores twice daily.

During the camp season from June through August you will help lead twice daily chores at the barn, in the pasture, compost, and gardens on a weekly rotation - experiencing each area of the farm with campers and counselors. Each week, you will offer 1–2-hour long activities with campers in the camp you are working in (Junior 8-11 or Senior 12-14). These activities are focused on farming and the natural environment here in the Adirondacks. These activities are whimsical and based on your personal interests and connecting the farm to our campers’ experience. You will participate in and help lead weekly community mornings during the summer in each camp, where a large farm related job takes place. You will also help cook a lunch on Sundays for the campers on garden harvest that week. Again, the creativity is up to you!

Each week during the school year from September through May you will support an Edible Schoolyard (ESY) class. Here, you will be able to share connections from our farm to the classroom. There are often times to incorporate the farm into other core classes throughout the year. Each week you will offer (2) “out times” per week. These are outside and active activities at the end of the school day that bring students to the farm and the outdoors. The farm works together to head tables at breakfast and lunch. The school year is a balance between working on the farm and supporting the school program. Your day will be a mix of both farm work and working within the school community. Weekend programming is a space to be creative with a group of students. These could include working at the barn part of the day and cooking lunch, going to see a play, or going for a cross country ski. The possibilities are endless and up to your interests and the interests of the students. Being a part of the school community includes going to things such as town meetings, faculty meetings, home nights, and all school events where we can come together and share our work with one another.

We take pride in being well organized, and maintaining beauty in the fields and the quality of what we produce and grow.

Desired Skills and Qualifications
• A strong work ethic and timeliness with an eye for detail and efficiency.
• Upbeat, able to find joy in simple moments, willingness to laugh and have fun. We work closely together and camaraderie is part of the joy of farm work. Communication is vital for understanding instructions and maintaining a comfortable work environment.
• Proactive and forward thinking, both in daily farm tasks and your own education. Even if there is no explicit instruction happening, there are always opportunities to learn.
• Able to perform physical labor. There are often long days spent doing physical work in a range of weather. Must be willing to work long days, sometimes long nights to provide direct care for our farm.
• Year-round farm interns must be able to lift 50 lbs., kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive tasks.
• Night and weekend work
• Willingness to learn how to operate farm equipment
• A driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must be 21 years old or older in order to operate equipment
• Prior farming experience is a plus but not necessary. You will learn as you go as our campers and students do in our hands-on experiential learning model.

Compensation
Year-round interns receive a monthly stipend, housing, all regular meals and paid time off. Additionally, year-round interns can elect to sign up for health insurance.

Ultimately, this year-round farm internship can be your stepping stone. This is a great opportunity to learn more about growing food for your community and farm education. We’d like to be your guides in that journey!

How to Apply
To apply please send the following to [email protected]
a) Tell us about yourself; your interests, your longer-term plans, why you want to work on an educational farm
b) What do you hope to learn?
e) Do you have any previous related work experiences on a farm or in a school?
g) What is your learning style?
i) Please include a resume.
j) Please provide 3 references from a previous work experience.

The University of Vermont (UVM) seeks an Administrative Assistant for the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program. With funding from the USDA, Northeast SARE administers 6 competitive grant programs for farmers, researchers, educators, graduate students, and others in the 12 Northeast states (Maine to West Virginia) and D.C., with a current annual budget of $10 million. The program has been hosted by UVM since 1988. See: www.northeastsare.org.  
The person in this position will support Northeast SARE staff with a variety of tasks. They will review and process invoices and service agreements, enter financial data, update and maintain spreadsheets, collect, prepare, format, and distribute documents, schedule meetings, assist with meeting logistics, take minutes at meetings, and perform other clerical tasks. Northeast SARE is especially interested in candidates of color and candidates with experience working in communities of color and other socially disadvantaged communities. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. 
This is a year-round, full-time position with full benefits package provided by UVM, housed in the South Burlington office of University of Vermont Extension, or possibly another UVM Extension office. Some remote work may be possible. The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for positions unless they believe they meet all qualifications described in the job description. We understand that the best candidate for the job may have a non-traditional educational background. We encourage applications from all individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive in this position.     
For a full job description and to complete an application go to www.uvmjobs.com, posting https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/59670. Application review will begin on January 24, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The ideal start date is in late February or early March 2023. 

ANNUAL AND PERENNIAL DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Full-time February-October, Part-time November-January

*Full-time year round potential for candidate with ideal skill set and ability help in other departments as needed

ABOUT CEDAR CIRCLE FARM AND EDUCATION CENTER

Cedar Circle Farm and Education Center is a community hub with a farmstand, education center, retail greenhouses, a cut flower garden, a farm kitchen, a coffee shop, and acres of certified organic vegetables & fruits with a unique CSA program.

Our organization has a deep commitment to developing regenerative agriculture systems for our farm and to educating others about agricultural practices and the importance of supporting farms that improve and nourish our natural resources. We are looking for a detail oriented, positive team member to manage our greenhouse and outdoor cut flower systems, develop a robust perennial/native/edible plant enterprise and who is eager to be involved in a mission driven organization that focuses on agricultural education and research.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Annual and Perennial manager is responsible for all stages of planning and implementing our annual and perennial department growing environments at Cedar Circle including propagation areas, greenhouses, garden retail area, outdoor cut flower garden and perennial nursery. You will be responsible for planning, ordering, record keeping, and hiring and training a team to implement the department’s seasonal plans. You will be excited about developing educational opportunities and finding creative ways to connect visitors to the land and food production systems. By working closely with our retail, education and marketing staff, you will ensure that our visitors are provided with top notch customer service and educated about the products and systems at CCFEC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee all production of Annuals, Perennials and Cut Flower Garden to include seeding, potting, watering, fertilizing, and monitoring of greenhouse temperatures and systems
Hire, train and supervise a seasonal team to accomplish all department goals
Staff scheduling, project/ task coordination and quality control
Review and analyze sales data from previous year and adjust orders and cropping plans accordingly
Order all plants, seeds, pottery, garden tools, and supplies needed including receiving orders, unpackaging, displaying, and pricing
Keep greenhouses in working order, including watering and fertilization systems, the physical function of greenhouses, coordinating efforts with Operations Manager
Maintain all retail areas during 8 month sales season including creating and maintaining aesthetically pleasing displays
Oversee customer service for all Annual and Perennial department sales
Coordinate and implement with your team all aspects of the cut flower garden including planning, field preparation, planting, weeding, irrigating, and fertility management.
Organize cut flower CSA, PYO and bulk flower operations including customer coordination, maintaining order records, staffing harvest days and organizing delivery
Enter and price all department products into the Revel System (our POS) so that sales can be tracked and create barcode labels for all plants to be sold
Research and create informative point of purchase signage for all annual, vegetable and perennial plants
Department budget development and review in conjunction with Director of Agriculture
Pest management through detailed scouting and implementation of organic pest and disease control methods
Work with marketing and retail staff to promote products
Work with Education Manager to develop educational opportunities for our customers and find creative ways to engage the public with our local food system and our farming practices
Research and plan field maps, charts and seeding plans to adjust our offerings to suit the organizational and customer needs

Farm Team Responsibilities

Proactively communicate workload and equipment needs with other departments
Participate in planning and development throughout the season with CCFEC team
Support other departments as needed
Maintain records for compliance with USDA organic certification requirements
Maintain a smooth, timely flow with team members while working through projects
Make sound judgment calls on project implementation and time management
Participate in educational activities or events as required and pre-arranged by Education Program Manager
Ability to contribute to a positive, meaningful work experience for your team and all co-workers

QUALIFICATIONS

At least two seasons previous greenhouse growing & plant propagation experience and two season of outdoor garden/ flower garden/ nursery experience
Comfortable developing and leading workshops and training opportunities
Knowledge of regenerative agriculture and passion for growing native, medicinal, edible and/or pollinator plants
Knowledge of and experience with pest scouting, IPM, and organic pest control
Previous experience managing a seasonal team or business preferred
Excellent time management skills and consistent attention to detail
Positive, energetic interpersonal skills and clear consistent communication skills
Ability to take direction, ask for help/clarity, and give/accept constructive feedback
Ability to work independently and within a team
Flexible, creative, and able to perform well in diverse conditions and under pressure
Hands on manager with ability to work for long durations in inclement weather – standing, sitting, bending over, lifting and kneeling

COMPENSATION

This is a part-time year-round position. Full-time February-October, Part-time November-January. (Full-time year round potential for candidates with ideal skill set and ability to help grow the department). The Annual and Perennial Manager is an hourly position with benefits including sick time accrual, health insurance contributions, fresh produce, and discount to our farm stand. Salary starts at $20/hour plus, DOE.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to our email [email protected] or apply on our website:
www.cedarcirclefarm.org

Job Description: Vegetable Production Manager
Position is Full time, Year-round
Reports to: Director of Agriculture

Join the Cedar Circle team and contribute to our local food system by producing
sustainably grown, organic produce on a farm that is dedicated to our natural
environment, community engagement, education, research and the well being of our
staff!

ABOUT CEDAR CIRCLE FARM AND EDUCATION CENTER
Cedar Circle Farm and Education Center is a certified organic vegetable and berry farm with
a farmstand, education center, research team, cafe, commercial kitchen and retail nursery
center.
Our organization has a deep commitment to developing regenerative agriculture practices for
our annual vegetable and flower production farm and to educating consumers about the need to
support farms who are committed to growing food in a manner that improves and nourishes the
soil. We are looking for a friendly, detail oriented team member to manage our vegetable and
fruit production, collaborate on research projects, work with our partner organizations, deepen
our connection to our community and contribute to the well being of our staff and organization.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Vegetable Production Manager leads all aspects of Cedar Circle’s farm operations with
primary focus on planning, implementing, organizing and supervising all vegetable and fruit
production work. The person in this position identifies seasonal and weekly farm priorities and
develops seasonal and weekly plans to ensure field cultivation, planting, irrigation, weeding, and
harvests are successfully performed throughout the growing season while keeping detailed
records for both planning and farm certifications. This position also plays a critical role in
facilitating effective communication throughout the farm team, building our organizational family,
and collaborating on research, educational, and community building opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Team coordination – coordinate, train and supervise daily tasks of Cedar Circle’s vegetable
team, including:
● Clearly communicate and delegate weekly and daily priorities to the field team
● Train production team members in performance of all farm duties including planting,
hand weeding, hoeing, harvesting, pruning, watering, etc.
● Set reasonable work pace for crew members and work with individuals to improve their
focus, technique, safety and efficiency
● Act as a point of contact to answer production questions as they develop throughout the
day from production and other team members
● Help to establish a positive, educational and nurturing work environment for all members
of the team
● Promptly address any staffing issues that may be arise within the team
● Relay relevant information regarding team performance and questions to farm
management
Crop Production – Oversee production in close collaboration with the farm team leads.
Responsible for planning, coordinating and ensuring completion of the following:
● Field Planting
o Ensure timely planting of field crops ensuring the health of transplants
o Coordinate the preparations of fields and beds for field planting in relation to field
planting schedules and weekly workflows
● Field Cultivation
o Initial tillage and field preparation for seeding, transplanting, and cover cropping
o Weed management, both mechanical and manual.
o All hands-on aspects of season extension and pest prevention through the use of
cultural, biological, and pest deterrent practices in the field
● Irrigation
o Management of irrigation infrastructure and materials, including storage,
inventory, repair, and upkeep
o Schedule irrigation and ensure delivery based on crop needs, planting dates, and
harvest and cultivation schedules
● Harvest operations
o Schedule, train and pace crop harvest in collaboration with team leads
o Perform in the field quality control of product being harvested and communicate
farm quality standards to field crew
o Communicate harvest nuances to field crew and management team as needed
to ensure a smooth operation
o Train and ensure quality control in the Processing Area
Farm Planning and Management – In collaboration with team Leads
● Assist in establishment of weekly field production priorities and the development of
weekly work schedules
● Perform regular field walks to stay in touch with needed field projects, crop growth, and
plant health in coordination with team Leads and Research team
● Guide crop planning efforts and develop organization systems and documents specific to
production, team management and team training
● Determine land use and crop rotation strategy in coordination with Research and
Development team, Annual and Perennial team, and Director of Agriculture
● Map all producing fields in detail based on sales and department needs
● Evaluate and purchase all seed, planting stock, amendments and supplies in
coordination with other team members
● Develop and revise seeding plans
● Devise nutrient management plan based on crop needs and soil tests
● With key staff (production leads), develop daily production plan and convey and answer
questions concerning the daily plan at the morning meeting and to other departments as
needed
● Foster strong interdepartmental relationships and provide communication channels as
needed to deliver production department information to other staff as needed
Sales & Budgeting- Evaluation and planning to meet department and organizational financial
goals
● Conduct audit of production by sales channels
● Compare data with five-year history to track progress
● Review and project Vegetable and Operations (as related to production needs)
departmental budget needs
● Strategize farm production scale to maintain customer base, meet needs of local
community and organizational financial goals
● Track and code all production inputs
Other Farm Duties
● Train and work with Processing Area Lead (PAL) in processing area (PA) duties and
record keeping
● Train and work with Veg Production Lead to ensure proper knowledge and skills in
fulfilling their duties
● Train and work with Greenhouse Production Lead to manage all indoor growing
environments and ensure coverage and product availability for busy retail days/hours
● Staff training as necessary to ensure coverage of all critical roles in absence of
department Manager or Leads
● Ensure record keeping is performed accurately to ensure all necessary data is tracked
for organic certifications, food safety records, pesticide applications, staff safety and
planning purposes
● Evaluate department needs and hire seasonal and full time staff in coordination with
team Leads and Director of Agriculture
● Participate in educational activities or events as required and pre-arranged by Education
Program Manager
● Coordinate and communicate with retail farmstand team on new crops, farmstand
displays, appropriate storage of crops
● Coordinate and communicate with Kitchen manager on product availability and storage
● Collaborate with Research team on projects and implementation plans and provide
guidance and oversight of Vegetable team staff in the implementation of research
projects, as pre arranged with Research team
● Establish system for wholesale customer orders, inquiries, invoicing, communication and
communicate with all staff and established wholesale customers
● Complete annual budget projections for Veg Department; monitor and adjust on a
monthly basis with Executive Director/ Director of Agriculture
● Actively participating on management team and strategizing about larger scale plans for
the farm
● Serve as active member of management team committees as assigned
● Complete department specific portions of annual application and inspection
● Devise and implement successful organic pest control program
● Work to continually improve overall farm soil health
● Set and maintain the highest farm produce quality standards
● Execute best practices involving food safety
● Participate in farm tours and speaking engagements, representing Cedar Circle Farm
and Education Center in a professional manner
● Coordinate with our partner organizations and develop appropriate systems for
incorporating partner production in ways that support the CCFEC mission and build
partner relationships
● Coordinate and work with other departments on the implementation of key projects when
labor needs arise

QUALIFICATIONS
● At least five seasons of previous vegetable farming experience
● Small engine operation and experience operating tractors and implements
● Competence delivering clear directions to field team and project supervision experience
● At least three years experience managing a farm and production team
● Excellent time management skills
● Consistent attention to detail
● Positive, approachable interpersonal skills and passion for mentoring new farmers
● Ability to take direction, ask for help/clarity, and give/accept constructive feedback on
work and technique
● Clear, consistent communication skills
● Flexible, creative and able to perform well in diverse conditions and under pressure
● Ability to work for long durations in inclement weather – standing, sitting, bending over,
lifting or kneeling
● Ability to work hours in excess of 40 hours per week, especially during peak periods
● Occasional weekend hours required

COMPENSATION
This is a full time year-round position. The Vegetable Production Manager is salaried position
with benefits including health benefits (100% of the group premium is employer paid), paid time
off, fresh produce, and a 20% discount to our farm stand. Pay starts at $50,000 per year,
depending on qualifications and experience.
Temporary (1-2 months) on site studio housing potentially available to allow time for transition to
the Upper Valley.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to
[email protected] or visit our website:
www.cedarcirclefarm.org

Cedar Circle Farm is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age,
disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

SALES MANAGER
Full Time, Year Round

Cedar Circle Farm and Education Center in East Thetford, Vermont has a unique opportunity for someone looking to lead sales on a beautiful organic farm in the Upper Valley of Vermont.

Cedar Circle Farm and Education Center is a certified organic vegetable and berry farm with a farmstand and education center. We have retail greenhouses, a farm kitchen, a coffee shop - called the Hello Cafe, and a unique CSA program.

Our organization has a deep commitment to developing regenerative agriculture practices for our annual vegetable and flower production farm and to educating consumers about the need to support farms who are committed to growing food in a manner that improves and nourishes the soil.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sales Manager works directly with all other department managers to identify and maximize sales opportunities while maintaining the strong values and integrity that define our organization. The bulk of our sales are through our farmstand (open seasonally, May-October daily, then on weekends through mid-December), which the Sales Manager oversees s on a daily basis, with the support of the Farmstand and Cafe Leads and seasonal sales staff. The Sales Manager also oversees the retail sales from theHello Cafe and farmers’ markets, and coordinates and promotes CSA programs and wholesale accounts. This year, we are building an order and delivery program, which will be coordinated by the Sales Manager with support from the Market Lead. The Sales Manager also provides guidance on marketing efforts in order to promote both sales and our mission.

SALES RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate and collaborate with the Vegetable, Annuals & Perennials, Kitchen, and Education Managers to develop and implement comprehensive retail and wholesale sales plans.
Provide leadership to and manage the day to day operations of the farmstand and cafe with support from Cafe and Farmstand Leads.
Develop and retain a well-trained staff that is focused on superlative customer relations, and educating our community about our produce and products, as well as the overall mission of the farm.
Oversee the development of farmstand displays, merchandising, and point of purchase signage in order to increase farmstand sales.
Oversee the coordination of our CSA program with support from the Outreach and Engagement Coordinator
Manage farmers market attendance with the Market Lead
Supervise the packing and delivery of orders three times a week
Maintain regular email communications with all CSA members
Maintain regular communication with farmstand customers
Manage and expand our wholesale market through communication with restaurants and other local markets

GENERAL ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete annual budget projections for sales; monitor and adjust on a monthly basis with the Executive Director.
Actively participate on the management team to strategize and plan for future sales growth.
Work to further the mission of CCFEC by increasing engagement and improving the quality of customers’ experiences.
Support education initiatives and programs as appropriate (festivals, special events).

REQUIRED SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE

All who are qualified are encouraged to apply! We will start interviewing candidates as they apply. Position will remain open until filled.

Deep desire to build meaningful connections between our community and our diverse organic farm and education center.
Proven experience in a successful sales environment engaging customers.
Strong enthusiasm to work with a team to devise strategies to achieve sales goals.
Comfortable working with numbers, metrics, and spreadsheets.
A strong sense of aesthetics and the ability to create visually appealing retail displays.
Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in organic food sales.
Knowledge of and enthusiasm about organic and regenerative agriculture is a plus.
Self-directed; highly motivated.
Ability to work well with a diverse set of co-workers.

DESIRED SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years of sales management experience, with demonstrated success.
Solid knowledge of Google analytics and SEO and CRM.
Experience setting up and optimizing online ordering systems.

BENEFITS

Medical Benefits, 100% premium paid by Cedar Circle
Generous Paid Sick Time and Vacation Time
Flexible working hours
Hourly rate starting at $23
Discounts on Produce and other bought-in products

Send resume and three references to our email or apply on our website:
www.cedarcirclefarm.org

We seek an experienced leader to be the administrative and financial backbone of 20-year Knoll Farm, and its foundation, New Learning Journey, based in the Mad River Valley of Vermont with programs there and beyond. Knoll Farm is an organic family farm with a nationally recognized retreat center supporting social change efforts and leaders. New Learning Journey runs the Better Selves Fellowships, First Light in Maine and Oregon Land Justice Project.

Our business manager is the principal contact with our clients, manages the accounting for both operations, supports the hiring process for our summer staff and is the day-to-day liaison between Knoll Farm and New Learning Journey. The business manager also works hand-in-hand with the farm’s owners, Peter Forbes and Helen Whybrow, and other staff of the foundation. They should be experienced in nonprofit accounting, business development, contracts and payroll.

This position is full-time, based in Waitsfield, VT with the seasonal option of remote work. Yearly salary of $52,000 - $55,000. Learn more and apply at https://knollfarm.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Business-Manager-2022…