Farm Manager

Full Time Hourly Position

The primary responsibilities of the Farm Manager are to oversee the facilities of the Sanctuary, including six barns, multiple run-ins, grounds, fencing and water systems, to supervise employees in performing daily work, and to manage the overall operation of the farm. This is a staff management position; Farm Hands and Barn Hands report to this role.

Responsibilities

Facilities Operations

  • Ensure hay is distributed to all fields, barns and run-ins daily

  • Ensure clean water is distributed to all fields, barns and run-ins daily

  • Ensure staging areas are supplied with hay and bedding daily

  • Ensure facilities are a clean, safe, accessible and welcoming environment for all

  • Develop and oversee facilities maintenance calendar of daily, weekly, monthly and other periodic activities

  • Perform or oversee scraping and cleaning of open barn areas

  • Manage inventory of hay and bedding; work with suppliers to order replenishments and coordinate delivery as needed to ensure availability when needed

  • Manage inventory of equipment (UTVs, skid steer, tractor, trucks, trailers); ensure maintained in good working condition

  • Inspect and repair fencing and gates periodically or as needed

  • Perform or oversee burial of equines.

  • Ensure all staff adheres to workplace safety requirements

Staff Management

  • Hire, train and terminate staff

  • Schedule all work shifts

  • Review and approve all timesheets

  • Give feedback on job performance and coach on improvements

  • Resolve problems and manage issues escalated by staff and/or volunteers

  • Recognize employees for good work, anniversaries and accomplishments

Other

  • Perform daily hands-on work as needed, including but not limited to hay unloading, cleaning, feeding, watering

  • Support other Sanctuary activities as needed

Qualifications

  • At least five (5) years progressive experience managing large facilities and at least three (3) years experience managing staff

  • Willing and able to perform all responsibilities and duties

  • Experience driving multiple pieces of equipment including: tractor, skid steer, UTV/ATV

  • Experience performing basic equipment repairs

  • Experience performing basic carpentry tasks

  • Welcoming and tolerant personality with a sense of humor

  • Able to effectively prioritize responsibilities, organize workload and respond promptly to urgent situations.

  • Inspired to learn and improve and open to taking direction

  • Excellent communication skills and willingness to have open honest discussions

  • Demonstrates and maintains a positive and respectful attitude

  • Strong team player always willing to help and develop others

  • Strong customer service mindset and high expectations for quality

  • Able to perform strenuous physical labor, and consistently lift and carry at least 50 pounds unassisted

  • Capable of working in harsh/all weather conditions

  • Willing and able to work weekend and holiday shifts

  • Willing and able to work long overtime hours in emergencies

  • Prior animal rescue experience a plus

  • Must have the legal right to work in the United States

Schedule

  • 7:00am - 4:00pm with one hour lunch break

  • Five (5) days a week including at least one weekend day

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay commensurate with experience, with opportunity for increases with excellent performance

  • Healthcare stipend

  • Paid time off, sick days, holiday pay

How to Apply

Download and complete the Job Application below. Submit completed application along with a cover letter and resume to info@rosemaryfarm.org. In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related experience and accomplishments, and your professional goals. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Rosemary Farm Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The Sanctuary celebrates the unique differences of each employee because they make the team better. Rosemary Farm does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where it operates.