Land & Livestock Farmer, Seasonal

Contact Name
Ed Pitcavage
Details

Land & Livestock Farmer, Seasonal 

Farm Background

Philo Ridge Farm (PRF) is a 500-acre certified organic farm located in Charlotte, Vermont, a rich agricultural community in the Champlain Valley, just south of Burlington. PRF is a diversified farm in its tenth year of production. Its livestock program grazes over 300 acres of perennial pasture and includes ewes, lambs, pigs, chickens, and 100 Belted Galloway cattle. PRF grows two acres of organic produce and flowers using farming practices that build soil health, produce a variety of nutrient-dense foods, reduce the use of fossil fuels, and support the local agricultural community. Everything harvested is processed at PRF and sold through its culinary program and market, inspired by a closed-loop nutrient system. PRF also serves as a year-round gathering place for the community. After a decade of building an understanding of this landscape, growing with the community, and envisioning the future of farming, the founders are excited to create a nonprofit so that PRF continues to operate as a community asset and working farm for generations to come.

Responsibilities

Farm Operations:

  • Complete morning and afternoon livestock chore routines
  • Support brooder management, providing care to the on-site chicken flock
  • Assist with on-farm poultry processing as necessary
  • Loading and transporting livestock on and off-farm
  • Support movement of temporary fences to optimize forage availability and animal health
  • General farm husbandry duties for all livestock, including feeding all livestock groups
  • Stacking hay bales
  • Mucking and cleaning out livestock barns
  • Aiding in farm maintenance and landscape work 

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Support special events, farm-to-table dinners, farm lunches, and farm tours
  • Manage other tasks as necessary to support Land & Livestock operations
  • Support collection and record-keeping for on-farm research projects

Qualifications

  • Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk frequently throughout the day
  • Able to lift, carry, and move objects up to 50 pounds regularly
  • Ability to work outside, including in adverse weather conditions
  • Ability to reliably be on time, proactive, and prepared daily for all duties
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Versatile working style able to adapt to the seasonal changes of workload
  • Tractor and equipment experience a plus, not required, willing to train
  • Passion for working with livestock
  • Open to learning new skills for livestock and land management techniques
  • An interest in regenerative agricultural systems
  • An interest in regenerative agricultural systems
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong working relationships across teams
  • Self-starter who can work independently and solve problems creatively
  • Strong work ethic and the aptitude to keep a consistent pace throughout each day

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience. $17 - $20 per hour. 

Benefits & Perks

Employment benefits include accrued paid time off, health care benefits, staff meals, and an employee discount on products in our market. Employee housing is available; please inquire as needed. 

Application Process

To apply, please send the following via email to [email protected]:

  • Cover letter explaining their interest in this job and available start date
  • Resume
  • Three references, including contact information

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly. No phone calls, please. 

Frequently cited statistics show that women and people from underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they think they meet 100% of the criteria. If you meet many but not all the criteria and feel you may be a good fit for the role, PRF encourages you to apply.

PRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies. In addition, PRF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.