Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center seeks a mission-driven and experienced Director of Agriculture to provide leadership and strategic direction for our organic farming operations. This full-time, year-round role requires a systems thinker with deep knowledge of organic production, facility and resource management, and a passion for regenerative agriculture.

The Director oversees a team of three managers and ensures that departmental goals are clearly defined, aligned with the farm’s mission, and effectively executed. Key responsibilities include guiding production strategy and budgets, fostering collaboration across departments, and maintaining partnerships with research institutions and external stakeholders. The Director also plays a central role in communicating Cedar Circle’s agricultural practices and advancing innovative, climate-resilient approaches to farming.

About Us

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center is a 30-acre certified organic vegetable, berry, and flower farm, and a nonprofit organization based in East Thetford, Vermont. Our work centers on growing healthy food, building community, and educating people of all ages about sustainable agriculture.

Our team of nearly 70 seasonal and year-round staff members collaborates across all departments—from education and production to the kitchen and farmstand—to fulfill our mission. We value curiosity, collaboration, and kindness, and we believe that every role on the farm contributes to our shared success and the health of our local food system.

Primary Responsibilities

Agricultural Programs Oversight

Oversee all aspects of agricultural production on the farm. This includes supervision of the vegetable production, annuals and perennials, native plant nursery, and collaboration with our on-farm research team.

• Provide strategic leadership for all agricultural production, including vegetables, flowers, perennials, and the native plant nursery.
• Collaborate with department managers on production planning, budgeting, staff development, and long-term goals.
• Facilitate communication among production, education, marketing, and research staff
• Ensure compliance with relevant certifications and memberships, and integrate CCFEC’s mission and values into all production activities.
• Support the pursuit of funding and research partnerships that advance sustainable and innovative growing practices.
• Mentor and develop production team leaders to strengthen organizational capacity and performance.

Research & Development

• Partner with the Research Director to guide and implement on-farm research that enhances soil health, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with academic and research partners to support collaborative trials and projects.

Operations

• Ensure effective management and maintenance of the farm’s physical assets and infrastructure through oversight of the Operations Team (2 employees).
• Coordinate with staff and contractors on infrastructure and maintenance projects, providing guidance and support as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Foster clear communication and collaboration among departments to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
• Support educational and community engagement activities as appropriate.
• Oversee agricultural land partnerships and shared land use, including lease renewals.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Required:

• 5–7 years of experience in agricultural management, with expertise in organic vegetable and/or berry production.
• Proven leadership in farm operations, including budgeting, financial oversight, and infrastructure management.
• Strong team management and communication skills, with the ability to foster collaboration and a positive organizational culture.
• Deep understanding of organic certification, soil health, and sustainable production practices (e.g., minimum tillage, nutrient and pest management).
• Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and priorities with flexibility, creativity, and strategic focus.
• Experience building partnerships and representing an organization to external stakeholders and collaborators.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with native plant propagation, nursery operations, or greenhouse production.
• Experience with research collaborations, educational programming, or market development initiatives.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a full-time, year-round position with a salary range of $75K-$805K. Benefits include: health insurance (premium 100% employer paid, 50% paid for minor dependents); paid holidaypersonal, sick, and parental leave; a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer safe harbor match; Sshort-term disability insurance (100% employer paid), 20% discount at our farmstand; 50% off summer camps for dependents; and access to an employee assistance program.

2-Bedroom Housing potentiallyis potentially available for additional caretaker responsibilities..

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to [email protected].

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.

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Food Connects is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator to join the Food Hub Operations Department to support the flow of regionally sourced products moving through our warehouse. The Warehouse Coordinator will utilize their expertise to provide vital backend support to the Warehouse Team. 

Position Title: Food Hub Warehouse Coordinator (FHWC)

Supervisor: Food Hub Warehouse Manager (FHWM)

Employee Status: Hourly (Full-Time), Non-Exempt

• Full-Time (FT): 32-40 hours per week

About Food Connects

Food Connects is a nonprofit based in Brattleboro, VT, working to transform regional food systems through local food distribution, education, and consulting. Founded in 2013, we connect regional farmers with new markets, school chefs with local ingredients, and the next generation with their food.

With vehicles on the road five days a week, our Food Hub delivers products from over 125 farms and producers to more than 280 wholesale customers across Vermont, New Hampshire, and Western Massachusetts.

We value diversity in all forms and are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on disability or other legally protected categories. Employees with disabilities are encouraged to request reasonable accommodations to support their work.

Position Summary

The Food Hub Warehouse Coordinator (FHWC) supports daily warehouse operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant handling of products. This hands-on role helps manage the flow of goods, maintain organization, and support team efficiency.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable, with strong problem-solving and record-keeping skills. The FHWC reports to the Warehouse Manager and works closely with the Operations Team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Food Hub Warehouse Coordination

• Assists with day-to-day warehouse operations in a manner that ensures quality, food safety, and personal safety.

  • Pick, label, sort, and stage product orders for delivery and pickup

  • Load and unload delivery vehicles

  • Receiving and stocking incoming inventory

• Assists with weekly and quarterly warehouse sanitation

• Assists with other warehouse duties as needed and assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• Fill in for other staff when needed. 

• Assist with training new employees, as needed.

• Occasional paid off-hours meetings and events (with plenty of advance notice).

• Attend regular one-on-one check-ins with FHWM to seek and provide proactive and constructive feedback for mutual improvement and the general betterment of the FH. 

• Engage in periodic self-review with supervisor. 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Food Connects will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of their work to the degree we can do so.

Schedule:

Regular schedule of 32–40 hours per week within the hours below (exact shift determined by operational needs):

• Monday: 7:30AM-4PM

• Tues: 8AM-9PM (Tuesday has a ~8AM-4PM and a 1PM-9PM shift)

• Weds: 7AM-3:30PM 

• Thurs: 7:30AM-4PM

• Fri: 7AM-3:30PM

Work Conditions: 

• The position is based in the Food Connects Food Hub facility in Brattleboro, VT.

• The duties for this position occur in a combination of a warehouse environment, delivery vehicles, and an office/desk workstation.

• Evening and weekends may be required, with plenty of lead time for planning.

• Some federal holidays may require at least part-time work. Adequate advanced notice will be provided.

• As a hands-on position, this role requires on-site work

Physical Demands - Required: 

• Ability to repeatedly lift and move products (up to 50 lbs) as needed.

• Ability to operate pallet jacks and lift trucks in the warehouse, as needed.

• Ability to work in various weather/temperature conditions.

• This position entails some use of a desktop or laptop computer, sitting or standing at a desk workstation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications 

• At least 1 year of experience in warehouse, distribution, farming, manufacturing, or a related field.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and natural proclivity for keeping detailed records. 

• Reliable transportation to Brattleboro, VT.

• Reliable cell phone.

• Flexibility and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Cheerful, professional presence. A sense of humor and a positive, can-do attitude.

• At least three professional references.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in logistics and/or food distribution. 

• Knowledge of basic food safety regulations; ServSafe Certification a plus.

• Experience operating pallet jacks and forklifts. 

• Familiarity with local produce and regional food systems.

• Familiarity and alignment with Food Connects’ mission and organizational culture. 

• Familiarity with the delivery service area and local producers.

Compensation

• This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

• Beginning at $20.00 hourly. Negotiable depending on experience.

• The following benefits are offered after a 90-day introductory period:

  • Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave

  • Short-term disability insurance (for employees working 20+ hours p/week)

  • Life insurance (for employees working 20+ hours p/week)

  • Access to vision and dental insurance

  • 15% employee discount on food purchases. 

  • 2% retirement contribution