Community Farmer, Orange County

Farmscape is seeking a Community Farmer responsible for maintenance & programming in Orange County, with occasional visits to other locations as needed, including Santa Clarita and Chino.

About This Position:

A Farmscape Community Farmer works on our Agrihood team to maintain urban and suburban farms within neighborhoods throughout California, and provide farm and nature related education and events for community residents. A Farmscape Community Farmer is equally well-skilled in small-scale, mixed-crop farm operations using organic methods and leading vibrant, engaging activities, workshops, and events. They are someone who believes in the magic of farming and gardening and wants to share your love, passion, and knowledge with everyone around you.

About You:

You’re as comfortable broadforking a recently harvested bed in winter as you are hosting a community potluck in spring. You would harvest green beans for 2 hours in the sun with folks from the neighborhood and do it with a smile. You were probably a camp counselor every summer in your teens. You bring the vibe and set the pace. Kids follow you around. Adults follow you around. Your coworkers love you so much they bring you coffee on cold mornings. The residents love you so much they bake you cookies. You want to teach a workshop on composting to 4 people and you want to make popcorn for 40. You’re just as willing to fill out spreadsheets with the latest harvest logs or drive across town to another farm as you are to harvest two tubs of hakurei turnips. You know what a hakurei turnip is. When people walk by the farm you say hi and ask them to participate. You believe in local food systems. You know urban farming isn’t bucolic but it’s still beautiful.

Schedule: Thursday, Saturday, and potential additional shifts as available

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with farming team to maintain agrihood farms, including planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, etc
• Lead fun, productive and educational experiences for residents during volunteer shifts
• Plan, prepare and host a variety of events related to farming, farm-to-table culinary and natural crafting/art.
• Maintaining a disciplined and well-paced work environment
• Ensuring premium experience of all visitors to the farm
• Maintaining sanitary, safe and organized work and storage areas
• Maintain simple farm budgets and administrative documentation
• Collect and report data pertaining to harvest yields, volunteer hours and supplies
• Responsible for all communications and scheduling with resident participants
• Assist with annual events and workshops
• Participate in ongoing training and development workshops and opportunities

Qualifications:

• Applicants should have 2+ years organic growing experience, with knowledge of vegetable cultivation and garden maintenance
• Farm or garden management experience is a plus
• Relevant education or certifications is a plus
• Must be a good communicator
• Must have some computer skills (google suite), personal device and personal vehicle
• Must implement sustainable practices such as water conservation, pollinator consciousness, soil care, etc
• Demonstrate creativity in coming up with ideas for events, crafts, workshops and community gatherings that are meaningful and sustainable
• Comfortable leading and speaking to groups

Benefits:

Paid vacation, monthly smartphone and audiobook reimbursements, mileage reimbursement for driving during work shifts. Benefits for full-time employees also include Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan.

Fair Chance Statement Farmscape complies with the San Francisco, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). We will not inquire about or consider your criminal history until after a conditional offer has been extended. If a background check reveals a conviction that we believe may be directly related to the duties of this position, we will:

• Provide a written individualized assessment,
• Include a copy of the background check, and
• Give you at least five (5) business days to respond with relevant information or documentation.

A past conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We review each case individually and consider time passed, relevance to job duties, and any evidence of rehabilitation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Farmscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us.