FARM BUSINESS MANAGER
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
GRAFTON COUNTY FARM
FARM BUSINESS MANAGER
Part-Time, 20 hrs per week
May include some weekends, holidays
$25.32-$34.57
The Farm Business Manager position oversees the daily
operations, budget and long-term management of a 130-head
dairy farm that includes raising pigs as well as planting and
harvesting crops. Established in the 1860s, Grafton County
Farm is the only government-operated farm in New England.
Situated on 243 acres, the farm participates in community
events with local schools, including Pumpkin Day; grows
produce for sale at its farm stand, donation to local food
shelters, and use in meals provided by the Department of
Corrections; and partners with UNH Cooperative Extension
on agricultural research initiatives.
Position is responsible for overseeing the operations of the
Farm. Prepares and manages the farm budget and provides
long range strategic planning. Ability to effectively supervise
staff as well as sentenced inmates from the Department
of Corrections who perform work on the farm while
incarcerated. May perform a variety of farm related duties
including milking, feeding, care of animals , planting and
harvesting,
Duties require knowledge of farm work and management
equivalent to completion of an Associate's Degree in a related
field and over five years of related experience, or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Must possess
extensive leadership, communication, and interpersonal
skills. Must be skilled in the operation and maintenance of
all types of farm equipment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
For complete position details, visit our website
and apply online:
www.co.grafton.nh.us/employment-opportunities
Email: hr@graftoncountynh.gov
Or in person at:
Grafton County Human Resources
3855 Dartmouth College Hwy.
North Haverhill, NH 03774
(603) 787-2034
E.O.E.
Required skills
- Agricultural Management
- Budget Management
- Planting & Harvesting Crops
- Budgeting
- Supervising Employees
- Agricultural Experience - General
- Agricultural Research
- Strategic Planning
- Working with Animals
- Milking
- Driver License
