2026 Crop Production Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Wolfe's Neck Center is seeking a strongly motivated Crop Production Coordinator with 2-3 seasons of farming experience in the Northeast to assist our Farm Operations Manager in day to day operations on our 3.5 acre MOFGA Certified Organic market garden and hightunnels. Wolfe's Neck Center's chemical-free production supplies fresh produce for our onsite Farm Store, culinary operations and Farm-to-Table events. This position can serve as an excellent opportunity to learn and grow leadership and farming skills in a fast paced production environment.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn and can work both independently and in group settings. While tractors serve a purpose in our production, our scale of production depends on hands and hand tools for cultivation of weeds, planting and harvesting. Candidates will be required to use their body daily in farming tasks that require physical exertion, pace setting and effort. Wolfe's Neck Center is a vibrant farm-based nonprofit organization hosting community events, research trials, and summer Farm Camp for 5-12 year-olds. The Crop Production Coordinator may intersect with all aspects of the organization.

Position dates: March 16th 2026-November 1st 2026

Responsibilities

• Implement spring seeding and spring crop plan created by Farm Operations Manager
• Contribute to and co-design second & third crop plan
• Prepare beds, plant/harvest crops
• Ensure proper crop maintenance and weed cultivation for all crops
• Maintain proper greenhouse irrigation and ventilation schedules
• Help orient volunteer groups on large projects
• Maintain a clean wash/pack station and walk in cooler
• Keep daily records in accordance with MOFGA inspection standards
• Communicate with Farm Store/culinary/research staff regarding daily and weekly needs
• Maintain a fully stocked Farm Store display and ensure proper cold storage of produce
• Maintain effective usage of pest control materials (row-cover/have-a-heart-traps)
• Participate in meetings and cross departmental projects as requested

Qualifications

• 21 years or older and clean driving record, ability to operate farm vehicles
• Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions
• 2-3 growing seasons on a farm producing fruits & vegetables in the Northeast
• Training in and/or knowledge of any of the following: sustainable agriculture, organic farming, environmental science, soils, botany
• Familiarity with drip irrigation, harvest/wash/pack operations, hightunnel ventilation
• Familiarity with tractors, willingness to learn to operate.
• Familiarity with seeding & seedling health, crop planning, crop rotations
• Willingness to learn, and be trained in areas requiring additional experience.
• The ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take initiative, be creative, and communicate effectively
• Punctual and organized
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work actively for long periods of time
• Effective working independently & in a team environment

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. If you do not fit this description perfectly but believe that you would be a good fit for this position, please do not hesitate to reach out with questions or apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment welcomes a diverse pool of candidates. In accordance with federal Equal Opportunity laws, Wolfe's Neck Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, veteran status, or physical or mental disability in the hiring of its employees. Applicants are selected based on their ability to perform the essential functions of the job, prior work experience, and references from previous employers.