Local Food and Farming Jobs in New York State
Local Food and Farming Jobs: The Groundswell Center for Local Food and Farming is hiring, Ithaca, NY
To learn more and to apply for these local food and farming jobs, visit our web site, groundswellcenter.org/employment
Position Title: FARMING & BUSINESS SPECIALIST
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Start Date: March 2017 is ideal
Employment terms: This is a full-time salaried position, averaging 35 hours/week. Due to the seasonal nature of responsibilities, this position is 40 hours/week April – October and closer to 30 hours/week November – March. The position is grant funded until December 2017, with the possibility to renew based on funding and performance.
Salary & Benefits: $32,000 – 37,000/year depending on experience. Health benefits provided through Center for Transformative Action.
This position primary supports the farming and business aspirations of a diverse group of farmers enrolled in the Incubator Farm Program and coordinates Groundswell’s Farm Business courses.
Position Title: DEVELOPMENT & FUNDRAISING MANAGER
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Start Date: March 2017
Employment terms: This is a 30 hour/week position with the possibility to increase to 39 hours/week after 3 months. This position is grant funded until December 2017, with the possibility to renew based on funding and performance.
Salary & Benefits: $29,000 – 36,000/year depending on qualifications. Health benefits provided through Center for Transformative Action.
This position primarily manages the donor development and fundraising needs of the organization by working closely with Groundswell board and director.
Position Title: FARMING ASSISTANT
Application Deadline: February 25, 2017
Position Start Date: Flexible, ideally April
Employment terms: This is a part-time, seasonal position, 15-19 hours/week April – October 2017. An opportunity to increase hours and position term may become available depending on funding.
Salary & Benefits: $15-17/hour depending on qualifications. Health benefits are not available for this position.
This position primarily assists the Farming & Business Specialist to support the production aspirations of a diverse group of farmers enrolled in the Incubator Farm Program by working closely with GS Staff and by maintaining the Incubator Farm site.
Groundswell Center is a project of The Center for Transformative Action. CTA is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are hired on the basis of their merit, ability and experience without regard to race, creed, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, sexual preference, or disability. Apply for these local food and farming jobs today.
Groundswell Center is a proud member of the Diversity Consortium of Tompkins County.
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