FarmOn
Company Description
Brookwood Community Farm (BCF) is a non‑profit, often female and/or non‑binary run, production‑focused farm founded in 2006. We restore underutilized farmland near Boston, strengthen the local food system and increase access to healthy food in low‑income neighborhoods. Sustainability means ongoing improvements to our systems to maximize production without stressing land or staff. We provide staff training in farm‑specific technical and mechanical skills, a practice rarely found elsewhere. The farm cultivates 5 acres using organic practices and is located just south of Boston, by the Blue Hills Reservation in Canton, MA.
Job Description Our Farm Manager will have general responsibility for operating our two sites—5 acres in field production and two greenhouses—and for representing the farm to the Brookwood community. The role includes developing short‑ and long‑term plans, coordinating farming operations, and overseeing all farm staff. The Farm Manager works with other staff and board members on volunteer, education, and food justice programs and reports directly to the BCF board. The position is fast‑paced, detail‑oriented, and requires high flexibility, creativity, enthusiasm, and commitment. The farm operates a 24‑week, 225‑member CSA, on‑site farmstand, weekly stall at the Roslindale Farmer’s Market, and daily donations.
Responsibilities
Creating and executing an annual crop plan for the CSA, farmstand, weekly farmers market, pantry donations, and other food access programs, including diversified vegetables, herbs, flowers, and melons grown with non‑certified organic practices.
Creating and executing an annual crop plan for the Seedling Sale in May, an extremely well‑attended public event.
Developing and managing the farm budget, providing financial oversight for farming operations.
Developing marketing, community events, Seedling Sale, End of Season Sale, and CSA/FS oversight and planning alongside the Farm Administrator.
Providing leadership and input on farm labor structure to create a cohesive, efficient, and motivated crew.
Leading all farming operations, including staff schedules, organizing workloads, and harvest schedule.
Working cooperatively with other farm staff who have specific responsibilities within the farm operation.
Managing equipment maintenance and acquisition alongside the Equipment Manager.
Enforcement of health and safety requirements.
Hiring, training and supervising year‑round and seasonal staff and field workshares, fostering a positive working environment for staff and volunteers with a community‑minded focus.
Working with the Board of Directors and staff on presentation, maintenance, strategy, and engaging the Brookwood community.
Performing farm labor such as seeding, weeding, transplanting, harvest, wash and pack, field cleanup, tractor operations, and other tasks alongside staff on a daily basis. The Farm Manager position is very hands‑on and not a desk job during March‑November.
Qualifications Ideal candidates have
5+ seasons
of vegetable growing experience,
3 years
of leadership experience, basic knowledge of tractors and equipment, management experience with staff and volunteers, experience prioritizing projects, and a commitment to BCF’s mission and purpose. A driver’s license, ability to safely lift and carry 50 lbs, a
positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently
are essential. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.
Duration Five days a week with rotating weekend greenhouse duty when necessary. Core hours are 7 am–4 pm during the main season, with additional hours as needed at peak times, and fewer hours in spring, fall, and winter. This is a full‑time salaried position.
Compensation Annual salary of $60,000, with mid‑season and end‑of‑season bonuses based on budgetary markers, a monthly healthcare stipend, yearly education stipend, yearly gear stipend, generous PTO package, free farm produce and flowers, and wholesale cost of bought‑in products. Salary range: $50,000–$75,000.
Start Date Anticipated start date of mid‑December 2025.
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Deadline No deadline
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Job Description Our Farm Manager will have general responsibility for operating our two sites—5 acres in field production and two greenhouses—and for representing the farm to the Brookwood community. The role includes developing short‑ and long‑term plans, coordinating farming operations, and overseeing all farm staff. The Farm Manager works with other staff and board members on volunteer, education, and food justice programs and reports directly to the BCF board. The position is fast‑paced, detail‑oriented, and requires high flexibility, creativity, enthusiasm, and commitment. The farm operates a 24‑week, 225‑member CSA, on‑site farmstand, weekly stall at the Roslindale Farmer’s Market, and daily donations.
Responsibilities
Creating and executing an annual crop plan for the CSA, farmstand, weekly farmers market, pantry donations, and other food access programs, including diversified vegetables, herbs, flowers, and melons grown with non‑certified organic practices.
Creating and executing an annual crop plan for the Seedling Sale in May, an extremely well‑attended public event.
Developing and managing the farm budget, providing financial oversight for farming operations.
Developing marketing, community events, Seedling Sale, End of Season Sale, and CSA/FS oversight and planning alongside the Farm Administrator.
Providing leadership and input on farm labor structure to create a cohesive, efficient, and motivated crew.
Leading all farming operations, including staff schedules, organizing workloads, and harvest schedule.
Working cooperatively with other farm staff who have specific responsibilities within the farm operation.
Managing equipment maintenance and acquisition alongside the Equipment Manager.
Enforcement of health and safety requirements.
Hiring, training and supervising year‑round and seasonal staff and field workshares, fostering a positive working environment for staff and volunteers with a community‑minded focus.
Working with the Board of Directors and staff on presentation, maintenance, strategy, and engaging the Brookwood community.
Performing farm labor such as seeding, weeding, transplanting, harvest, wash and pack, field cleanup, tractor operations, and other tasks alongside staff on a daily basis. The Farm Manager position is very hands‑on and not a desk job during March‑November.
Qualifications Ideal candidates have
5+ seasons
of vegetable growing experience,
3 years
of leadership experience, basic knowledge of tractors and equipment, management experience with staff and volunteers, experience prioritizing projects, and a commitment to BCF’s mission and purpose. A driver’s license, ability to safely lift and carry 50 lbs, a
positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently
are essential. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.
Duration Five days a week with rotating weekend greenhouse duty when necessary. Core hours are 7 am–4 pm during the main season, with additional hours as needed at peak times, and fewer hours in spring, fall, and winter. This is a full‑time salaried position.
Compensation Annual salary of $60,000, with mid‑season and end‑of‑season bonuses based on budgetary markers, a monthly healthcare stipend, yearly education stipend, yearly gear stipend, generous PTO package, free farm produce and flowers, and wholesale cost of bought‑in products. Salary range: $50,000–$75,000.
Start Date Anticipated start date of mid‑December 2025.
Application Instructions Please click here to sign in and view application details. If you are not registered, you'll be prompted to do so. Don't worry, it's free!
Deadline No deadline
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